Thread: The "I'm not a hybrid" hybrid idea
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Old 08-25-2009, 12:15 AM   #6 (permalink)
Clev
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Originally Posted by Christ View Post
B/c your car doesn't run on 12V, even though they're 12V (nominal) batteries.
Plus, your e-motor would be more efficient and powerful at a higher voltage, say, a golf car motor or Etek at 36-60V
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