Mindset – 100 MPG+ range extended hybrid from Switzerland
This is one innovate little car from Switzerland. It can run in all electric mode for 60 to 120 miles (depending on driving style) and then with the flip of a switch the Range Extender (small gas motor) can be activated and take you 500 more miles without refueling. But that is just the beginning of the innovation.
The tall and narrow wheels are the most noticeable difference between the Mindset and other cars and just one of the tricks used to lower the cars overall drag coefficient. Special attention has also been made to reduce weight while increasing the chassis strength making this cars safe and ultra-lightweight. It also regenerates electricity during breaking like many hybrids.
If the required funding is obtained this car should go into production late 2009 or early 2010. But like most of the great new plug-in hybrids and range-extended electric cars, only time will tell. There is also no word on pricing. The good news is that this is another great example of a car that would get more than 100 MPG.
Learn more at www.mindset.ch.
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