james.zito@ps.ge.com wrote:
> One of the issues with the hybirds is they don't give good mileage unless
> you do a ton of stop and go driving. There is no way they can.
> The entire design of the drivetrain is based on regenerative braking keeping
> the batteries charged.
They're also charged by the engine running. Braking alone will not
recharge them to 100%.
> If all you do is drive highway miles
> your mileage is gonna suck,
I wouldn't say "suck" - even on the highway, they're better than most cars.
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