Everything You Wanted to Know About HybridsDavid ButkeAutomotive Instructordave.butke@mcc.edu

WHAT IS A HYBRID?A hybrid is a vehicle that is propelled by two power sources.

OBJECTIVESTypes of hybrid vehiclesHybrid vehicle operationCommonly asked questions about hybridsThe pay back rate of hybridsAdvantages and disadvantages of owning a hybrid

LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLESFull hybrid They feature idle-stop functionRegenerative brakingMost are capable of using the electric motor alone to propel the vehicleThe electric motor also assists the engineBattery voltages are about 200 to 300 volts

LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLESMedium hybridThey feature idle-stop functionRegenerative brakingMost are not capable of using the electric motor alone to propel the vehicleThe electric motor usually assists the engineBattery voltages are about 144 to 158 volts

LEVELS OF HYBRID VEHICLESMild HybridThey feature idle-stop functionRegenerative brakingAre not capable of using the electric motor to propel the vehicleThese systems are usually 42 volts or less

Basic ComponentsPower plant ICEElectric motor / GeneratorBattery TransmissionInverter

TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLESSeries hybrid Vehicle propulsion is by a electric motor onlyICE is used for charging the HV battery

TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLESParallel hybridUses multiple propulsion energy sourcesThis means the electric motor and ICE propels the vehicle

TYPES OF HYBRID VEHICLESSeries-parallel hybridThese vehicles can operate using the electric motor alone or with assist of the ICEThey combine both functions of series and parallel design

HOW DO I START THIS THING?

IS THIS VEHICLE RUNNING?

MaintenanceHybrid vehicles require the same maintenance as regular vehiclesHowever, 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 milesManufacture battery warranties Honda8 years / 80,000 milesToyota8 years / 100,000 milesFord 8 years / 100,000 milesGeneral Motors8 years / 100,000 miles

ARE HYBRID VEHICLES SAFE?YES!The following will disable the high voltage systemHigh voltage interlock circuitAirbag deploymentHigh voltage leakRemoving 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 frameworkin 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 toYear Make ModelMSRPPremiumMPGFuel CostFuel SavingsBreak Even2010ToyotaPrius$22,400.00None46.5$880.652010Ford Escape$25,305.0025$1,638.00$378.0016.388888892010Ford Escape Hybrid$31,500.00$6,195.0032.5$1,260.002010Toyota Camery$23,165.0022.5$1,820.00$597.614.9948963372010Toyota Camery Hybrid$26,150.00$2,985.0033.5$1,222.392010Ford Fusion$24,330.0022.2$1,844.59$780.954.2192201812010Ford Fusion Hybrid $27,625.00$3,295.0038.5$1,063.642010Honda Civic$18,700.0030$1,365.00$401.4712.703315322010Honda Civic Hybrid$23,800.00$5,100.0042.5$963.532010Toyota Highlander $33,070.0023.5$1,742.55$167.559.7284392722010Toyota Highlander Hybrid$34,700.00$1,630.0026$1,575.00

SHOULD I BUY A HYBRID?

Hybrid Combined Annual Annual Hybrid Years toYear Make ModelMSRPPremiumMPGFuel CostFuel SavingsBreak Even2010ToyotaPrius$22,400.00None46.5$1,467.742010Ford Escape$25,305.0025$2,730.00$630.009.8333333332010Ford Escape Hybrid$31,500.00$6,195.0032.5$2,100.002010Toyota Camery$23,165.0022.5$3,033.33$996.022.9969277732010Toyota Camery Hybrid$26,150.00$2,985.0033.5$2,037.312010Ford Fusion$24,330.0022.2$3,074.32$1,301.602.5314996932010Ford Fusion Hybrid $27,625.00$3,295.0038.5$1,772.722010Honda Civic$18,700.0030$2,275.00$669.127.621951222010Honda Civic Hybrid$23,800.00$5,100.0042.5$1,605.882010Toyota Highlander $33,070.0023.5$2,904.25$279.255.8370635632010Toyota Highlander Hybrid$34,700.00$1,630.0026$2,625.00

HYBRID VEHICLE VS REGULAR VEHICLEAdvantages Better mileage Improved acceleration (most of the time)Less dependence on fossil fuelsLower emissionsSome states provide incentives for driving a hybridGreat driving experience

DisadvantagesLittle highway mileage increaseHigh initial costNeeds high fuel cost to be worthwhileCould cost more to repairExtra maintenance itemsSome hybrids need special tires

QUESTIONS?