Hybrid Electric Car Types
56Hybrid diesel-electric motorcycles have been created having a top speed of around 800 mph with a very affordable retail price of $500. Several known automobile manufacturers have also joined the bandwagon like Honda, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Nissan and Toyota. These big names are currently innovating to continuously provide well-performing vehicles with all the advantages.
HEVs have been very specific in being made available for future taxicab models. Since these vehicles are usually on the go all day long, fuel and emission can be improved through automatic engine shutdown, regenerative braking and idling. There are plug-in models in which taxicabs can conveniently recharge batteries at designated stands throughout the city. Plug-in hybrid electric models are also available in the form of sedans and mini-cars.
Hybrid-electric buses and trucks are also circulating due to the many advantages offered. The diesel engine is smaller which means that it is more efficient. There is also a 1.9-liter diesel engine instead of the 7.0, emitting less harmful gases. Emission reduction has been reported to be around 30% while fuel efficiency is around 40%. Some hybrid-electric buses have gas turbine generators. More efforts are exerted to convert other means of transportation like trains.
Several other types of HEVs are available today and are being used in various projects. The military uses diesel-electric hybrid trucks which has a fuel cell auxiliary power and diesel electric unit. The United States Army began using hybrid electric drives for all vehicle systems and subsystems. Other notable trucks have also found their purpose in commercial sectors, scientific projects and mining endeavors.
Hybrid Electric Car Types in the News
- IntelliChoice.com Survey Finds Hybrid and Diesel Cars Beat Standard Models on CostThe Auto Channel9 hours ago
IRVINE, Calif.-- IntelliChoice.com’s fourth annual survey of eco-friendly vehicles, released today, shows that most 2009 hybrid and clean diesel cars, trucks and SUVs deliver a lower cost of ownership compared to standard versions of the same vehicles.
- Korea's Hyundai Begins Its Hybrid PushBusinessWeek32 hours ago
There's no stopping Hyundai Motor these days. In yet another display of its determination to expand globally, the Korean automaker began selling the world's first LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) hybrid cars on July 8. Although Hyundai will be selling them only in South Korea for now, the LPG hybrids are harbingers of bigger ambitions.
- 1.7 Million Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles to be on the Worldâs Roadways by 2015, Forecasts Pike ResearchThe Auto Channel21 hours ago
BOULDER, Colo. July 8, 2009; Major automakers are preparing to launch the first models in a new generation of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in 2010, the development of which has been aided by a mix of consumer demand for fuel efficient cars and considerable government incentives.
- NeoHydro Signs License Agreement for Green Interactive Hybrid SystemThe Auto Channel1 second ago
CALGARY, Alberta--NeoHydro Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:NHYT), is pleased to announce the signing of a license agreement for the Green Interactive Hybrid System™ . This unique patented system is proven to cause an engine to operate with more efficiency, less fuel consumption, and increased horsepower.
- Study shows significant savings in alt-fuel carsMarket Watch6 hours ago
Eco-politics aside, there's a real cash advantage to opting for hybrid and diesel vehicles over gas-powered offerings, despite the costlier price tag, according to a published survey.
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