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Old 01-31-2012, 06:45 PM   #321
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Originally Posted by serialk11r View Post
So you know how everyone hates hybrids? And for that matter, automatic transmissions?
What if...they came out with a parallel/series hybrid that had say, 4 pedals and manual transmission :O 3 typical pedals, and then 1 pedal for the parallel hybrid motor. IMO, that would be a blast to drive :P Hell, how about a CVT that has a sliding bar for the gear ratio control.

Maybe I'm just insane.
Someone did something similar.

http://99mpg.com/mima/operation/

For first gen insights, it's a joystick to throttle back or accelerate the electric motor for maximum power or MPG. You mount it next to the manual shifter. Effectively a second throttle.
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