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Hybrid Sports Cars by James Gunaseelan Many are wondering that if a hybrid power plant can be included into existing models, why they can't be used in hybrid sports cars as well. One such innovation, constructed by a team of high schoolers built a diesel-electric hybrid sports car for under $20,000 using a diesel power plant to push the car's back wheels, while using a 200-amp electric motor to run the front drive system. Even with the diesel operating more often than the electric plant, the vehicle brags about 50 miles per gallon. Although this type of vehicle may not win any awards for environmental savings, the idea of creating a performance sports car with hybrid technology may be boosted when engineers figure out how to use a gas efficient engine in conjunction with an electric motor only during times of peak power demands. The hybrid sports cars built by the students claimed acceleration of zero to 60 in four seconds, making it close to a real sports car. One of the considerations is the weight of many hybrid vehicles, considering the size and weight of the batteries necessary to hold a charge long enough to power the vehicle when the fuel engine is not required. Capacitor discharge is used in hybrid sports cars and only provides power for short bursts during initial take off and during rapid acceleration. Many consumers are demanding more of the costly hybrid vehicles, not willing to settle for slow moving, slow start vehicles in exchange for the cost. The initial investment of a hybrid is higher than their conventional counterparts, which is something that buyers of future hybrid sports cars might be willing to accept, provided the cost was not overwhelming. Simple redesigning of the bodies on existing hybrid platforms will not be enough to lure people into believing they are hybrid sports cars, as the performance is what they are looking for. Without the acceleration and speed, along with maneuverability they are accustomed to feeling, hybrid sports cars are going to be slow to gain popularity. Looks may be a key to sales, but performance is the goal for repeat and increased sales. A person can build a Jaguar onto the frame of a Volkswagen, but once they hit the road, it is still a Volkswagen. True hybrid sports cars may be off in the distance, but once they do hit the market, the younger set may be more willing to embrace the technology. For information on buying and selling new and second hand cars and bikes visit http://www.bharathautomobiles.com/index.php About the Author James Gunaseelan writes for India's Leading Automobile Portal to buy and sell second hand and new automobiles

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Mass. battery maker seeks US loan for plants (Boston Globe)

A123 Systems Inc., the Watertown high-tech company that hopes to manufacture batteries for electric and hybrid cars, said yesterday it applied for $1.84 billion in federal loans from the US Department of Energy to build several new manufacturing plants in the United States. The first plant would be located in Michigan, but some facilities could be built in Massachusetts.

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Gov.: Car Batteries Key To N.Y.'s Financial Future (WCBS-TV New York)

Governor David Paterson may be faced with the worst fiscal situation since the Great Depression, but on Wednesday he came up with sweeping plans to revitalize the economy. But Paterson said he has a plan to literally jump-start the economy. He wants to create a research consortium to develop a rechargeable hybrid electrical battery for cars.

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Ford Forges Ahead With Fusion Hybrid (ABC 15 Phoenix)

You would expect a car with a name like "Fusion" to use alternative energy sources. Starting with the 2010 model, the Ford Fusion will do just that, offering its first hybrid version.

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Company striving to be hybrid car hub (WISH-TV Indianapolis)

An Indianapolis company is looking for federal assistance in order to double production and produce more batteries for hybrid vehicles. Read more at www.WISHTV.com

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Paterson Goes Green in Speech (WROC Rochester)

Ordinarily, it's an insult to be called green. But the Governor wouldn't mind. "The future of energy and transportation policies rest on the development of a plug in, hybrid, electronic vehicle,” said Gov. David Paterson.

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Electric cars could be newsmakers in ’09 (Peoria Journal Star)

While the trials and tribulations of the Big Three auto makers got most of the attention in 2008, electric cars are expected to make news in 2009.   "All of the auto makers are working on electric vehicles in some form," said Jennifer Watts, spokeswoman for the Washington, D.C.-based Electric Drive Transportation Association.

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Watertown’s A 123Systems applies for $1.84 billion in federal loans (Watertown Tab & Press)

Employment might increase at A123Systems’ Arsenal Street research center.

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