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Originally Posted by jcwils@bellsouth.net
I agree. It seems the system from GM would have to be called hybrid ultralite. Then the system of others with about 20 hp from the motor would be in the middle and Toyota's cars seem to be the "most hybrid". Of course they all run on gas until we can plug them in.
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Its 14,000-watt electric motor works closely with the Vortec 5.3L V8 engine to boost city fuel economy by 2 MPG without a loss in power, compared to a conventional Silverado Classic with the same engine.(1) That’s gas mileage that comparable Triton and HEMI gas engines can’t touch(2)
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14,000 / 746 = 18.8 horsepower....
The Silverado is a little "lighter" than IMA. I'm actually impressed that the GM is a true Flywheel Alternator Starter (not a BAS) and that it actually does regen and assist.