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> The additional vehicle complexity is unnecessary The best selling hybrids on the market aren't simply ICE vehicles with extra stuff slapped on. Most series-
by kube-system 2y ago
> The additional vehicle complexity is unnecessary
The best selling hybrids on the market aren't simply ICE vehicles with extra stuff slapped on. Most series-parallel designs eliminate the need for many parts that an ICE car would have. For example, many hybrids don't have a starter, accessory belt, torque converter, or multi-ratio transmissions. Due to this, many hybrids have hundreds of fewer moving parts than comparable ICE vehicles.
- enragedcacti 2y agoOn top of that the oomph of the electric motor lets hybrids get away with naturally aspirated Atkinson cycle engines. Efficiency focused ICE cars usually need a turbo and all it's associated complexity to make up for their small displacement.