Ford shows small car concept
Hybrid uses solar panels to cut power use
Is Ford on a roll? As well as reporting its first full year increase in US car sales since 1999, it's launched a funky-looking small car concept for the Detroit auto show next week.
Though not perhaps the first automotive choice for a PHer, the Reflex is interesting. It's a hybrid and includes rear-hinged doors that open upward. Under the bonnet is a diesel engine coupled to an electric motor which, with a second electric motor attached to the rear axle, gives the Reflex all-wheel-drive capability. It uses a lithium-ion battery pack and could deliver up to 65 mpg, according to Ford. Helping in that endeavour are solar panels that power the head and taillights.
Inside it include a keyless activation system, a rear seat configurable to hold either an adult or two children, plus inflatable seat belts.
We'll have more from the show next week.
waynepixel said:
Nice looking car. There is no way the doors are going into the final production car. Forget it.
TBH I doubt the car will ever get anywhere near a production line. Just ford doing a little publocity stunt to show they are trying to look after the environment, keep the greenies smiling...
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