issue with turbine engines is the speed variation needed for automative applications.
They operate at a narrow rpm band most effectively
Series hybrid would be awsome.
I recall seeing something where i guy did this with a Hummer..
have to search for it again - but he has some CRAZY MPG as the setup charged the batteries in like an hour.
Steve
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Steve - AKA Doofus McFancypants
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"If there's a new way, I'll be the first in line - But it better work this time"
First Milestone passed - 30 MPG (city) 5/15/08
Best City Tank - 8/31/09- 34.3 MPG (EPA= 20)
Best Highway Tank - 5/20/09 - 36.5 MPG (EPA= 28)
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In effort to drive less:
Miles NOT driven in 2009 = 648 (Work from home and Alt Transporatation)
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