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Re: Poll: Aussies Unconvinced By Hybrid Cars - $10 Fuel Bills LPG Hybrid On The Way?
Hybrids are nothing more than a romantic notion. Yes they may use less fuel, especially in urban stop/start driving situations, but most of Australia doesn't suffer from those kinds of conditions.
As far as I'm concerned it still may not be ideal, but a better and more workable solution would be a torquey, fuel efficiant diesel, better for long distance running and without the battery pack disposal issues of a hybrid.
But why aren't Holden, Ford and Toyota capitalising on Aussie conditions to build better cars. Think about it, a solar panel in the roof to take advantage of all that sunshine could be used to keep the interior cool when parked and assist the air con when running, thereby reducing load on the engine.
Alright... I'm getting carried away and off topic. I just don't think hybrids are the answer for local manufacturers, especially with a shrinking large car segment. Something mid-size, built here and diesel powered (or at least the option of) would be much better.
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