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OBJECTIVES
• Types of hybrid vehicles
• Hybrid vehicle operation
• Commonly asked questions about hybrids
• The pay back rate of hybrids
• Advantages and disadvantages of owning a hybrid
LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Full hybrid – They feature idle-stop function– Regenerative braking– Most are capable of using the electric motor
alone to propel the vehicle– The electric motor also assists the engine– Battery voltages are about 200 to 300 volts
LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Medium hybrid– They feature idle-stop function– Regenerative braking– Most are not capable of using the electric
motor alone to propel the vehicle– The electric motor usually assists the engine– Battery voltages are about 144 to 158 volts
LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Mild Hybrid– They feature idle-stop function– Regenerative braking– Are not capable of using the electric motor to
propel the vehicle– These systems are usually 42 volts or less
TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Series hybrid – Vehicle propulsion is by a electric motor only– ICE is used for charging the HV battery
TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Parallel hybrid– Uses multiple propulsion energy sources– This means the electric motor and ICE propels the vehicle
TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLES
• Series-parallel hybrid– These vehicles can operate using the electric motor alone
or with assist of the ICE– They combine both functions of series and parallel design
Maintenance
• Hybrid vehicles require the same maintenance as regular vehicles
• However, some hybrids require inverter flushes and battery filter changes.
• There be additional costs involved in replacing low rolling resistance tires.
• Vehicle repairs may cost more than a regular vehicle
HOW LONG WILL A HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY LAST?
• Most hybrid high voltage batteries last 180,000 to 240,000 miles
• Manufacture battery warranties – Honda
• 8 years / 80,000 miles
– Toyota• 8 years / 100,000 miles
– Ford • 8 years / 100,000 miles
– General Motors• 8 years / 100,000 miles
ARE HYBRID VEHICLES SAFE?
• YES!– The following will disable the high voltage
system• High voltage interlock circuit• Airbag deployment• High voltage leak• Removing battery negative
WHAT HAPPENS IF A HYBRID VEHICLE IS SUBMERGED IN
WATER?
• There is no risk of electric shock from touching the car's body or framework—in or out of the water.
IS IT EXPENSIVE TO INSURE A HYBRID VEHICLE?
• Some insurance companies indicate that drivers of hybrid vehicles are a lower risk.– May save 5-10% on insurance costs by
owning a hybrid vehicle
SHOULD I BUY A HYBRID?
Hybrid Combined Annual Annual Hybrid Years to
Year Make Model MSRPPremium MPG Fuel Cost Fuel Savings Break Even
2010 Toyota Prius $22,400.00 None 46.5 $880.65
2010 Ford Escape $25,305.00 25 $1,638.00
$378.00 16.388888892010 Ford Escape Hybrid $31,500.00 $6,195.00 32.5 $1,260.00
2010 Toyota Camery $23,165.00 22.5 $1,820.00
$597.61 4.9948963372010 Toyota Camery Hybrid $26,150.00 $2,985.00 33.5 $1,222.39
2010 Ford Fusion $24,330.00 22.2 $1,844.59
$780.95 4.2192201812010 Ford Fusion Hybrid $27,625.00 $3,295.00 38.5 $1,063.64
2010 Honda Civic $18,700.00 30 $1,365.00
$401.47 12.703315322010 Honda Civic Hybrid $23,800.00 $5,100.00 42.5 $963.53
2010 Toyota Highlander $33,070.00 23.5 $1,742.55
$167.55 9.7284392722010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid $34,700.00 $1,630.00 26 $1,575.00
SHOULD I BUY A HYBRID?
Hybrid Combined Annual Annual Hybrid Years to
Year Make Model MSRPPremium MPG Fuel Cost Fuel Savings Break Even
2010 Toyota Prius $22,400.00 None 46.5 $1,467.74
2010 Ford Escape $25,305.00 25 $2,730.00
$630.00 9.8333333332010 Ford Escape Hybrid $31,500.00 $6,195.00 32.5 $2,100.00
2010 Toyota Camery $23,165.00 22.5 $3,033.33
$996.02 2.9969277732010 Toyota Camery Hybrid $26,150.00 $2,985.00 33.5 $2,037.31
2010 Ford Fusion $24,330.00 22.2 $3,074.32
$1,301.60 2.5314996932010 Ford Fusion Hybrid $27,625.00 $3,295.00 38.5 $1,772.72
2010 Honda Civic $18,700.00 30 $2,275.00
$669.12 7.621951222010 Honda Civic Hybrid $23,800.00 $5,100.00 42.5 $1,605.88
2010 Toyota Highlander $33,070.00 23.5 $2,904.25
$279.25 5.8370635632010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid $34,700.00 $1,630.00 26 $2,625.00
HYBRID VEHICLE VS REGULAR VEHICLE
Advantages
• Better mileage • Improved acceleration
(most of the time)• Less dependence on
fossil fuels• Lower emissions• Some states provide
incentives for driving a hybrid
• Great driving experience
Disadvantages
• Little highway mileage increase
• High initial cost• Needs high fuel cost to
be worthwhile• Could cost more to repair• Extra maintenance items• Some hybrids need
special tires