"Hydrogen Hybrid Supercar Revealed in Las Vegas"
source: http://www.hybridcars.com/fuels/hydrogen-hybrid-supercar-25231.html
Summary: Texas-based Ronn Motor Company has launched "Hydrogen hybrid Supercars" on November 6th, 2008. The supercar is called "The Scorpion" which can reach 200 mph (miles per hour) while using only 40 mpg (miles per gallon). The Scorpion is powered by a hydrogen-assisted Acura 3.5-liter V-6 engine. Its power can be ranged from 289 to 450 horsepower depending on the enginge customers choose. Unlike most hydrogen systems which utilize fuel cells and electric motor, these supercars employ only hydrogen and gasoline by adding hydrogen to internal combustion in order to improve fuel efficiency. The dual computer processors of the on-board hydrogen system charge water in a small tank to release hydrogen molecules and then inject them into the powertrain as needed. Because the cost is high (The Scorpion price is around $150,000 to $250,000), it is difficult to reach the mass market.
Response: I think the price is too high so only little people (who are rich ;p) can buy and use it. Although the price of fuel is high, most people still need to use it because they cannot easily afford those supercars. However, the development in this technology gives options to people who don't want to use oils and will reduce cost in the future if they keep doing research. So keep working... Scientist and engineers :)
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It's so interesting to compare your news to the article that Ying found! It is interesting how expensive these cars are. Is the hybrid technology the same or different to the hybrid technology that is found in a more common hybrid car, like the Toyota Prius?
Hmmm, this might make a really interesting story for the final project - you (or one of your group members) could compare and contrast the different hybrid technologies for different types of cars - regular sedans, sports cars, semi-trucks, buses, etc. You might even be able to do this for your group photostory!
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