muscle-power + hybrid fuel/electric engine

[rbrowning]

This is a neat looking little three seater that wound appear fairly aerodynamic but I really have to question a pedal powered vehicle to commute to work. I hope they have a shower in their office! And I thought that most people can sustain about 1/10th HP for any significant distance, how much is that really going to help?

Antro SOLO human-electric-hybrid aims for double the fun

[Bicycle Bob]

Millions of people commute by pedal power, and have for a hundred years. I did it myself for years without seeing any wrinkled noses at work. However, in this case, I think you are right to say that the human power is an insignificant contribution, except as a time-saving exercise machine. John Tetz has a lovely velomobile with a small engine that he just uses for hills, and he gets 1,000 MPG. Used regularly, a streamlined pedal trike will have you fit enough to cruise at 30 MPH for hours. If you work downtown, bike commuting will usually be the fastest way to go, door-to-door, and you don't have to drive to the gym or the cardiologist, either.