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106 mpg 'air car' creates buzz, questions

Discussion in 'Science & Technology' started by Celtkin, Aug 8, 2008.

  1. Celtkin

    Celtkin <B>Webmaster</b> Luxury Box

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    http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/08/08/air.car/index.html

    According to the story, the car runs on compressed air at speeds less than 35 MPH. At speeds above 35 MPH, fuel is burned to heat the compressed air and expand it, thereby increasing its range.
     
  2. Silverphin

    Silverphin Well-Known Member

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    Interesting concept.
     
  3. ckparrothead

    ckparrothead Draft Forum Moderator Luxury Box

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    Yeah they've been using this in India, I believe.

    Well ok I guess they dont have these cars on the street yet in India.
     
    Last edited: Aug 8, 2008
  4. CrunchTime

    CrunchTime Administrator Retired Administrator

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    It just goes to prove that high oil prices does encourage innovation .
     

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