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September 3rd, 2009 - 13:18
No. Hybrids are a step in the right direction, but while they emit less CO2, they still burn gasoline and they still emit carbon dioxide, which causes global warming.
If everyone drove a hybrid instead of a regular gas car, we would reduce worldwide greenhouse gas emissions, but not nearly enough to stop global warming.
Electric cars would reduce emissions even further, although they also are responsible for some CO2 emissions because some of our power comes from coal power plants, and burning coal emits CO2 as well. However, electric cars create less CO2 emissions than even hybrids.
In addition to switching to hybrids and electric cars, we need to take more steps. For example, becoming more energy efficient, swithing to renewable power plants and getting rid of coal power plants, biking and using public transportation, etc.
September 3rd, 2009 - 13:23
Someone didn't do their math, that's all. Personally, I can't see paying even $10,000 for something that will be virtually worthless in 10 years. And I especially can't see paying $30,000 for something that will only be worth $19,000 the moment I drive if off the lot!
September 3rd, 2009 - 13:34
I mean honestly. This is really what women do. They get all riled up and then start throwing out emotional comments and shit.
There’s actually this thing where like… okay, you see someone who’s decorated their car with like bumper stickers and whatnot, they did that cause it’s personalizing their car… the problem is that if you do something they don’t like like say not honking cause you love something, they get all offended and take it personally.
This is what women do WITH LIFE.
September 3rd, 2009 - 13:39
a) I DUN NO. YOU SHOULD PROBABLY TELL ME WHERE WASTE GOES…
b) Yes. Hydrogen is produced by ionizing water, therefor separating the hydrogen and oxygen. It costs electricity. However, batteries hurt the environment too, and the gains are just too small. I mean, the Volt tries hard, but it’s still churning fuel.
c) What the fuck shit is that supposed to be about? I have a job, my girlfriend lives with me, and we live in a place of our own…
September 3rd, 2009 - 17:10
Most chemtrailers are women, too.
September 3rd, 2009 - 18:59
You should look at a life cycle analysis of hybrid vehicles. If you type it in on Google (or better, Google Scholar) you'll find a bunch of info.
This would take into consideration everything that went into building the car, the lifetime of the car, and the disposal.
Typically when hybrids are promoted to consumers, only the fuel efficiency while the car is actually in use is considered, but there are other things involved in the car's life cycle.
There is a lot of complexity involved in such an analysis, but I think the general consensus among the scientific community is that Hybrid is better than New, but a used car is better than a hybrid.
It's still better to get a fuel efficient old car, (such as an old Saturn), rather than a new hybrid.
September 3rd, 2009 - 19:35
They use the gasoline engine to drive the car and to charge the batteries.
September 3rd, 2009 - 23:03
Solar Panels aren’t very efficient.
They don’t make enough power to do anything much considering the small space you’d have to work with.
And if you don’t want to pay for electricity, go live in the damn woods. -_-
OR DO SOME SCIENCE AND BUILD YOUR OWN POWER MAKIN’ MACHINE.
September 3rd, 2009 - 23:42
Nuclear energy is clean.
Coal is just plain SHIT.
Yes there is always newer technology, but solar isn’t the way to go. Wind power and Ocean generators are neat ideas and could work on small scales, but ultimately “green” freaks don’t understand the concept of proper energy generation.
They’re also all crazy.
September 4th, 2009 - 00:46
I have a 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid and I have no problems on the highway. I can drive 60-70 mph, accelerate as necessary and still get 45-50 miles per gallon.
September 4th, 2009 - 01:52
Nah you don’t need a special license… just a VERY large wallet.
September 4th, 2009 - 02:14
The three best hybrids are:
Toyota Prius
Honda Insight
Ford Fusion
Don't buy a "mild hybrid" that doesn't actually propel the car with batteries. Some SUVs say they're hybrids, but don't really save much gas.
Hybrids make the most sense in a city or where your mom is driving relatively slow speeds (e.g., 30 miles per hour).
September 4th, 2009 - 09:24
actually caught a glimpse of pimp my ride.. u can link a boombox loaded w sounds( comes out ur speakers) of other cars engines link it to your when u rev u get any car u want,lol that could b just the toy to ween off of noise
sadly this was linked to a minivan or something but sonded like an expensive fast car, LMAO
September 4th, 2009 - 12:34
oh please…..if you commute less than 20 miles a day and NEVER go 40 or 50 miles take a cab and sell the car
September 4th, 2009 - 18:44
They charge their own batteries, so there is NOT the problem with power plants.
The trade off with them is that they are very expensive, they don't get THAT much more mileage, and battery replacement is astronomical!!
September 4th, 2009 - 20:28
Check “Who is a total tool who believes something because there’s this magical thing on the internet that I watched and now I’m so much more aware and smarter than everyone so I must spread the word!”
Hydrogen is a much more reliable source.
I’m not adverse to electric motors in things, but the best things out there either combust/detonate or expand (pneumatics).
The the “Big 3″ don’t even give a care. They make cars for other countries and military. They will always have money.
September 4th, 2009 - 22:10
Simple solutions to all!
Firstly, legislate gas milage requirements that only hybrids can meet (with the appropriate exceptions for heavy duty work vehicles). This has worked in other countries. There is just plain no excuse for buying a new vehicle that doesn't get 30 miles to the gallon now.
The manufacturers can easily build that many hybrids. After all, they can build that many non-hybrids. The only real difference is the battery cells. And if you recycle those (answer to the third question) that just makes the whole process much easier.
I'd love to know which hybrids don't get more milage per gallon of gas than their non-hybrid counterparts. It just doesn't make sense.
Edit: after seeing the dolts below me, another thought comes to mind: Educate people as to exactly how hybrids work!
The battery doesn't need charging. You don't plug a hybrid in. When you brake, instead of stopping the wheels entirely like a normal car, a hybrid will engage a flywheel to charge the battery through magnetic induction. The resistance of this flywheel both slows the car down and charges the battery up. This is called "regenerative braking".
And you, "Just me" you wouldn't know a hybrid if it ran you over. Everything you said is completely wrong. Are you working for Fox News?!
Edit #2: The Honda Accord sucked.
September 5th, 2009 - 02:04
EXTRA COOL!!!
September 5th, 2009 - 02:04
Companies currently offering hybrid cars:
Toyota – Prius, Camry, Highlander, Lexus LS-h, GS-h, RX-h.
Nissan – Altima Hybrid
Ford – Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner Hybrid, Mazda Tribute Hybrid.
Honda – Civic Hybrid. (new Insight hybrid next year).
GM – Chevy Malibu, Tahoe, Saturn Aura, Vue, GMC Yukon, Cadillac Escalade.
Chrysler – Aspen Hybrid.
The only two hybrid cars that have no regular-car counterpart are the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight. All the other hybrids are regular cars modified to receive a hybrid drivetrain.
Mercedes Benz, BMW and other carmakers are not currently offering hybrids, but will starting next year.
September 5th, 2009 - 02:59
GM and Chysler already have the hybrid drivetrain technology to build trucks. Back a few years ago, GM, Daimler-Chrysler (back when the two companies were still merged) and BMW all joined forces to develop the 2-Mode hybrid transmission, and it is used in production vehicles. It took 2 years to develop the 2-mode system.
GM put the 2-mode system in its Tahoe Hybrid, Yukon Hybrid and Escalade Hybrids. Chrysler put it in its Aspen Hybrid (which they stopped building two months ago because it wasn't selling well). Daimler/Mercedes Benz is going to put the 2-mode in an upcoming car, but hasn't made any announcements. And BMW will be putting the 2-mode system in its upcoming X6 ActiveHybrid SUV.
September 5th, 2009 - 04:15
your ignorance is overwhelming cause u picked a “cool” name doesnt mean u know anything
nuclear gives u clean air but WHERE are ur storing the waste numb nuts?
yes costs to products electricity but it cost more to produce hydrogen that s was my point & there isnt any infrastructure to supply.thats it was tried already & axed.
electric car was there in the begining.
i can tell u lack sex, get outta ur parents basement & get a job so u can get a gf/bf thats after u get some manners re woman.
September 5th, 2009 - 08:59
ur basing ur answers on older technology, they are always improving the efficiency, if dont KNOW they have companies in my hometwn that build them & other green technologies as well.
ur message is BS, many ppl live off the grid especially at a cottage when it costs more to link hydro in a rural area, seems u dont have any personal knowledge of the subject at all.
September 5th, 2009 - 13:13
The electric part of the hybrid vehicle is only used in town for stop and go or low speed operation. Most hybrids use their gasoline engines for highway driving, and while the gasoline engine is running, it also recharges the batteries.
September 5th, 2009 - 21:31
Yes, another way the manufacturer is tricking everyone into this hybrid crap.
If you want a good mpg vehicle, get a diesel. If something were to break on it, a good old mechanic/ or backyard mechanic can fix it. For a lot cheaper too.
September 6th, 2009 - 05:51
I don't think there's any specific target market, unless you count environmentalists.
I own a Prius, and I'm a 26-year-old middle class dude. I've seen hybrid owners of all ages, though certainly poor people can't afford them.
September 6th, 2009 - 06:14
Take a look at the curb weights.
A Civic 4-door from 1984 had a curb weight of 918 kg.
A 2008 Civic 4-door LX has a curb weight of 1194 kg.
Over the years, the cars have grown heavier– They have become bigger and included a lot more safety features.
The 2008 Civic LX is lugging 276 kg of extra weight above the 1984 model (a difference of almost 600 pounds), so gas mileage is going to suffer. Putting in a more efficient hybrid powertrain in the 2008 Civic simply gains back some of that gas mileage lost due to the weight gain.
That's why you can't really compare the hybrids today to the cars from 15 years ago– The cars are built to different structural and safety standards.
September 6th, 2009 - 06:25
IF they have soo much $ why is teh govt bailing them out?
this isnt the only place i get my info PS im a woman not a man numb nuts
hydrogen might b “more reliable but it costs more to produce.
LMAO
September 6th, 2009 - 10:37
ITs not that i dont want to pay 4 electricity its that i know WHERE mine comes from & I want to contribute to cleaner nrg,
Also IF i got a blackout I wouldnt care would i, how soon some of us forget the big blackout .. or do u live someplace that wasnt affected???
we are getting more wind turbines but still using nuclear & coal neither is CLEAN.
September 6th, 2009 - 11:15
License is all about axle’s and air bakes.
September 6th, 2009 - 19:11
It doesn’t cost more to produce. Electricity comes from somewhere, it costs money to produce also. I can make hydrogen in my garage or basement.
The reason we haven’t changed over is not due to money grubbling, it’s due to reliability. The piston engine is tried and true, and the wankel too, AND the turbine engine.
I didn’t at any point say you were a male or female, but now that I know it makes more sense. Women tend to get overly defensive and emotional about these things…..