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Old 04-29-2009, 02:13 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I think there are definitely ideas that are used in mild hybrids to date that could be very useful. Things such as auto start/stop and regenerative braking with smart alternators and a deep cycle battery. These things cost very little in new car construction and can provide some great benefits. Does this make the car not a mild hybrid since the regenerative braking isn't actively powering the car? I'm not sure, but there are definitely technologies like this that should be on every new car.
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