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Old 02-23-2009, 07:58 PM   #44 (permalink)
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I don't know why there isn't a diesel hybrid. Just a big enough diesel to keep you moving on the hiway and recharge a bit (and give you some decent biofuel options), and an electric motor to help with the acceleration up to speed and around town.
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