hybrid cars presentation for history
TRANSCRIPT
Introduction
• Honda’s Insight was the first hybrid car in the US
• It was first introduced in 1999
• 61 mpg city and 70 mpg highway
The Second hybrid car
• Toyota’s extremely popular Prius, was introduced in 2001 in the US
• 52 mpg city and 45 mpg highway
How They work Part. II
• Energy from wheels propels motor, serves as generator
• Makes electricity where it would normally be lost
How They Work Part. III
• Electric motor is used for uphill climbs, accelerating and or passing
• Engine shuts off when the car stops and turns back on when accelerated