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Originally Posted by MLL67RSSS
Ever heard the saying "Never underestimate the power of large groups of stupid people." 
Many years ago I contracted at Delco and worked on some hybrid prototypes. I found the complexity rather overwhelming with all the computer and sensor sytems to control the IC engine, AC induction motor with electronically controlled clutches on either side, the electronics to convert DC battery pack power to 3-phase AC for the motor, regenerative braking, etc., etc., etc. Especially considering how long it took, how many dealer visits, and lots of $$$$$ it took just to finally properly diagnose an intermittant electronics problem with my son's '92 Lumina. If you have problems with your hybrid get rid of it quick, warranty or not!
I find it especially humorous when I see that Apple laptop commercial where they're concerned about a single laptop battery ending up in landfills. What about the 300 pounds of batteries in your Prius?!?!?!?!
Now they're hoping to push plug-in hybrid/electric cars. What happens when all those people come home turn on the AC and plug their car into the power grid? Energy will be burned whether it's in the car or at the power station.
In my view I think on my own and am not so gullible and easy to brainwash as the masses are. You are not alone MrIcky!
Although driving a Prius does have the potential for being very exciting. Probably haven't heard about it since it doesn't fit the mass media's brainwashing agenda. Read this: http://www.seattleweekly.com/2009-04...erfect-prius/1 |
I don't know how in the world you can complain about the amount of computer systems in a hybrid. Have you looked at what computers control in regular cars? A LOT. That's what happens as the world moves on.
I don't know why you'd complain about regenerative braking. Pretty neat stuff, I think.