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Honda Motors has just announced the launch of its Electric Vehicle Demonstration Program. The company conducted the first public test drive of the Honda Fit EV prototype and the Honda Accord “Plug-In Hybrid” test vehicle outfitted with the new two-motor plug-in hybrid system at Torrance.
The Japanese automaker had previously revealed the plug-in hybrid platform at the Los Angeles Auto Show, which showcased Honda’s next-generation two-motor hybrid system. This new hybrid system is designed for mid-size to larger vehicles and will be introduced in a future Honda model in 2012.
The company noted that the plug-in hybrid is intended to be compatible with ones daily driving habits. The user will get the advantage of taking short, frequent trips in its all-electric mode, while also utilizing the long-distance driving capabilities when needed. The Honda two-motor system continuously moves through three different modes, all-electric, gasoline-electric and engine direct-drive mode, to maximize driving efficiency. The plug-in hybrid also uses regenerative braking to charge the battery.
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