Mazda to focus on more efficient engines and weight reductions before hybrids

Discussion in 'Other Cars' started by cwerdna, Mar 27, 2009.

  1. cwerdna

    cwerdna Senior Member

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    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    That's just the nature of the rotary engine. It also uses oil. You gotta top up every other time you refuel the gas tank.
     
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    Does its lighter weight offset this in their series hybrid?