Ford exec: Japanese hogging hybrid parts
#31
Re: Ford exec: Japanese hogging hybrid parts
Originally Posted by lakedude
I agree. After taking a second look at BAS it does seem to have some merit. I wouldn't call it a hybrid with a straight face but the idea is a sound one. Since a BAS takes the place and saves the cost of both the starter and the alternator it should be a very cheep and easy mod (so why don't we have zillions of them on the road by now?).
Peace,
Martin
#32
Re: Ford exec: Japanese hogging hybrid parts
Originally Posted by fernando_g
Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I read somewhere that Europeans are considering legislation for ALL vehicles to have at least an auto-stop feature, which in its simplest way is a BAS.
cant say i've heard that one, but it doesnt surprise me.
#33
Re: Ford exec: Japanese hogging hybrid parts
Originally Posted by DeepMarket
Where did you hear that?
cant say i've heard that one, but it doesnt surprise me.
cant say i've heard that one, but it doesnt surprise me.
#34
Re: Ford exec: Japanese hogging hybrid parts
Originally Posted by AshenGrey
I vaguely remember reading about some sort of legislation to that effect. I don't know if it passed, however. But it's an awesome idea. BAS adds about !5% to FE, costs under a grand in hardware, and cuts emissions significantly.
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