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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian
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Wow! That's a lot of reading when you follow the links..
Some very interesting comments about the technology and,
the politics of the technology.
One commenter noted that if the EPA tested with real-life stops
embedded in the MPG tests, Honda and Prius type hybrids would rule,
since they use zero fuel while stopped.. (I guess the same is true of the Ford hybrids).
To do it right, you need to dump the small starter and alternator,
for a larger more robust motor-generator system. Hence the price tag.
Not really a cheap retrofit path for the older cars..
I guess maybe I'll keep doing it the old fashion way.. Just drive less..
