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Steam
Dave Hinz wrote:
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?
http://www.wired.com/news/autotech/0,2554,66949,00.html
http://www.stealthtdi.com/Emissions.html
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