... have a look-see, if and when you find time: ProPulse® is an unmatched hybrid electric drive system that provides dramatic benefit for military fleet performance. A hybrid system free of batteries. No torque converter, no automatic transmission, no transfer case no drive shafts, either. Very nice. I wonder how reliable they'll be. Courtesy, - Samuel, '04 Prius ////////////////////////////////////////////////////
The ProPulse system from Oshkosh Defense not only provides fuel savings, it also allows the 8x8 to operate as a mobile power source Oshkosh has very good design and engineering. Most of their military trucks have Tak-4 independent suspension, which really helps ride quality off road. Oshkosh also claims Tak-4 helps with handling and braking Check out the Oshkosh HEMTT A3 on the proving grounds. http://www.oshkoshdefense.com/defense/A3_video.cfm That Tak-4 suspension really does an amazing job for ride quality