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Hybrids and non-gas engines are usually more expensive and cost more then a normal vehicle. If you are in the market for one you should know the ups and downs of what is out there and what people are saying about them. I've been looking at Jeep Liberty Diesels since 2004 and have learned much by studying the internet. I hope you enjoy some of the fun stuff that is available.
Aptera-A very sleek, water and air mix, with a goal to be the highest rated use of fuel in the world. Futuristic for sure. It runs on batteries and charges in 2-4 hours.
Argonne-Information on the benefits of corn as a source of Ethanol.
Bill H.R. 1744-This bill provides economic incentives, as in tax breaks, for those who purchase hybrid vehicles.
Cal Cars-Their goal is to provide the best in hybrid vehicles which have no loss in abilities. 100 mpg anyone?
Coval Partners-A California company. Coval has developed effective partnerships with vehicle, battery, motor controls, fuel cell, and other component suppliers.
Driving the Future-Photo-Voltaic rooftop solar systems lower peak daytime electric demand, and generate credits for using cheap night-time electric capacity for charging plug-capable electric cars
Electric and hybrid motorcycles-They are being produced for the masses and ecycle, well, this baby does 180 mpg.
Ford Escape-This is the official site for Ford. Flash site.
Fuel Economy-Government Site which lists the latest hybrids on the block. It also has information on Fuel Cells and how they will fit into the upcoming vehicles. Also find the best vehicle for fuel efficiency.
General Motors-Alternative Fueled vehicles from trucks to Buses. I'll have to pick up one of their buses for my own use. They are working in various fuels including fuel cells, hybrids, hydrogen and more. Take a look at the short video explaining their goals.
Hybrid Car Guide-Information providers about hybrid cars. They have some good information and lots of pictures which I like.
Hybrid Cars-These cars, trucks and SUV's run on electricity and gas. This page is where you can get quotes and study before you buy.
Hydraulic hybrids operate basically the same way as gasoline-electric hybrids, but they use a motor-pump instead of an electric motor-generator—and an accumulator rather than the battery pack. One, two, three, four,
In early 2005, Dana plans to demonstrate its hydraulic hybrid in a Mack Trucks LE 613 refuse truck. Dana's system is based on the Ballina, Australia-based Permo-Drive Technologies' Regenerative Drive System.
ISE Corporation-There are at least 4 different types of hybrid buses.
Mixed Power-Hybrid vehicles. Private site deals with some interesting information of interest to new buyers. Comes with a forum. Seems to be tightly built.
NREL Their goal is to help develop hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrids and fuel cell vehicles (FCVs); moving them from research and development to the marketplace.
RUF Dual Mode Transportation System-Tired of the busses and trains? Then ride the rails with this new concept out of Denmark.
The SHEP (stored hydraulic energy propulsion) system captures energy used during braking and recycles the energy back into the vehicle at the time it needs it most; when accelerating from a dead stop. This is the time at which the engine is performing least efficiently, burning the most fuel, and emitting the most pollutants.
Tribrids-What are they? I believe the idea behind these vehicles is one that has hybrid capabilities plus an added third ability such as solar panels on top of the vehicle.
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