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Old 08-23-2009, 10:50 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Insight Hybrid... Diesel style
Didn't see anyone posted this, hope I'm not duplicating a post.

Honda Insight Diesel-Electric Hybrid Gets 92 MPG - GoodCleanTech

I definitely like the idea.


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Old 08-23-2009, 10:59 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Me too. Those TDI's get used in lots of other projects LOL.
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Coolio. I get the feeling we've talked about doing this, but I've never seen it done in the flesh.

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Old 08-23-2009, 11:14 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Here's a thread with info

1.2L TDI Honda Insight Build Completed - Insight Central: Honda Insight Forum

There's a link to pics in that thread too.

THIS is the car that should be on the production lines.
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Dou know if the guy had instal the IMA? Last time i checked the was no Electric motor, but still 92mpg wow


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