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My gripe with hybrids are they are mechanically complex. More than a standard gas engine or a full electric powertrain. Worst of both worlds.
by cpursley 10y ago
My gripe with hybrids are they are mechanically complex. More than a standard gas engine or a full electric powertrain. Worst of both worlds.
- bit_logic 10y agoLook at the maintenance and reliability for Prius. The data shows this is clearly not true.
- pilom 10y agoTotally agree, the transmission for the Prius is astounding. It is truly amazing that they replaced everything about past transmissions with a single planetary gear system and it works beautifully.
- BBTN6 10y agoWho cares about complexity if they're reliable? Toyota and Ford hybrids have been successfully used by cab companies for quite some time now. The old Honda IMA setup was troublesome, but their new setup is great. It's not like standard gas power trains are simple anymore either--turbocharging, direct injection, and dual clutch transmissions are common, even in affordable cars.