Five Hybrid Concepts That Should Be Produced
Here at The Green Motorist not only do we focus on the hybrid cars of today, we also look to the hybrid cars of the future. One of the most fun aspects of looking into the future for possible cars is all of the neat concepts that are being designed. I have compiled a list of the five hybrid concepts that I want to see make it to full production status.
1. Chevy Volt – Last week I bragged on the Chevy Volt which has an expected release date of 2010 (although some speculation puts it at 2009). Out of the five cars listed, this one appeals to me the most from an aesthetic standpoint.
2. Honda FCX Clarity – This is an odd addition to the list but I couldn’t leave it off. The Honda FCX Clarity is going to be released in very limited numbers in Southern California this year so it isn’t technically in full-production mode. The FCX Clarity is a hydrogen-powered fuel cell sedan that produces zero emissions.
3. Mitsubishi Colt EV – This teeny little Mitsubishi actually seats five. The engine is based on the Mitsubishi In-wheel Motor Electric Vehicle (MIEV) concept which utilizes lithium-ion batteries. The Mitsubishi Colt EV is scheduled for production in 2010.
4. Volkswagen TwinDrive Golf Hybrid – The hybrid Golf is another vehicle scheduled for release in 2010. Unlike other hybrid concept projects listed here, the Volkswagen project was actually initiated by the German government. The project will be the culmination of work by eight German-based companies.
5. Nissan’s Unnamed Electric Vehicle – Nissan is already a player in the hybrid car industry with the Altima but the designers at Nissan have an electric vehicle concept in the works. Industry leaders are saying that the design may be based off of the Nissan Mixim concept car.
These five concept cars will greatly diversify the current hybrids available on the market. Whether you’re looking to go green with a little speed and a fantastic design (a la the Chevy Volt) or keep your vehicle small and practical (like the Mitsubishi Colt EV), one of these concepts will meet your needs.
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Great post - I too, am looking forward to what Nissan has in store.
Same here - the Nissan concepts always look so cool. Now if only they’d make a GT-R Hybrid at a price point I could afford hehe.
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