Here are a few clips from the writeup at the Edison2 website:
Edison2 pursues efficiency through the absolute virtues of low weight and low aerodynamic drag. Although we anticipated developing a hybrid or electric vehicle – hence our name, Edison2 – our studies on efficiency led us away from the significant added weight of batteries needed for an electric or hybrid drive to a one-cylinder, 250cc internal combustion engine fueled by E85.
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Our approach to solving the United States’ energy dependence comes from looking at the big picture and not being distracted by the politically fashionable trends. A very light and aerodynamic car is more efficient than a heavier one with more drag, no matter what type of power source is used.
So, what kind of mileage does it get? I for one woould gladly give up power for efficiency, we are always in too much of a hurry anyway.
ReplyDeleteI still remember back in the 80's, my Dodge Omni 5 speed getting 40 MPG highway. We haven't realy come very far since then, but it usually takes a crisis to cause that kind of change, doesn't it?
Could not find what the mpg is but the specs have the fuel tank maxing at 6.5 gallons and a range of 600 miles. Unless I am missing something that gets the mpg close to 100.
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, Bob it looks like a model toy car you could set on a shelf...not drive... Amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteI looked at the web site. I couldn't find anywhere where it gave gas mileage? Have they not made this vehicle? Is it just a concept?
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