Power-to-weight not yet down enough for feasibility in auto size.

Bob Swinney
"Dave Hinz" wrote in message
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On Wed, 24 May 2006 21:14:58 -0500, Martin H. Eastburn
wrote:
Actually it went to Diesel-Electric. The Diesel motor drives an electric
generator
that then drives DC motors for the drive. Speed control and power better
with DC and electricity.

Right. I'd like to buy a diesel-electric hybrid car, but there aren't
any on the market and I can't imagine the reason. Anyone? I mean, the
benefits of regenerative braking, with the ability to use existing
fueling infrastructure _or_ a biofuel. Why the heck can't I buy one?