For almost $4,000.00 that is, the Poulsen Hybrid is a Power Assist Unit that is hailed as a simple bolt on upgrade for standard gas-powered or diesel vehicles. The device has caused a stir and is raising eyebrows for the device simply has the old car retro-fitted with rear DC motors, controllers, on-board charger and storage batteries. The move has the standard vechicle running … [Read more...]
Trading in your Gas Guzzler – Not Really Saving You Financially
People with gas guzzlers are tempted to do trade-in's which would be the logical choice so many consider exchanging theirs for a newer, more efficient and environmentally friendly hybrid. The move will indeed lessen your carbon footprint but will not necessarily get you savings financially, except for gas that is. Old cars have been known to be notoriously more muscle than … [Read more...]
Lighter yet stronger – The Trend of The Future (Part 2)
The air-conditioning system if replaced with more advanced designs such as in the compressor which have lighter yet more efficient cooling capability also lowers weight considerably. High strength steel along with advanced adhesives is making thinner sheets of metals perform better as heavier and thicker traditional ones. One of the heaviest parts of the car asides from the … [Read more...]
Lighter yet stronger – The Trend of The Future (Part 1)
Technology is the driving force behind the automotive industry and yes they are some of the first industries to jump in with respect to applications for new materials. One of their main concerns is weight which has an overall impact on the efficiency of a car. It has also been the main deterrent for battery powered cars for the weight of the batteries alone account for a lot of … [Read more...]
Ding..ding…ding – Think, a new idea with Electric Vehicles (Part 2)
Since the manufacturer still owns the battery maintenance and other costs such as repair and disposal are to be shouldered and handled by the manufacturer, the car owner simply brings it in, gets a fresh set then drive off. Now that's an idea and even the American firm who would take part in he newly formed company agrees so much they call it a WINNER. The cars would be … [Read more...]