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Old 10-23-2009, 11:06 PM   #301 (permalink)
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Hi,

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Originally Posted by tjts1 View Post
The series hybrid fails again.
I agree that the Volt is a poor execution of a serial hybrid. The 1.4L motor is way too big, and the overall weight of the chassis needs to be improved.

The Aptera 2h OTOH is supposed to get 130mpg at worst.

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