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Hybrid Tugs

Discussion in 'Environmental Discussion' started by tripp, Mar 1, 2007.

  1. tripp

    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    Hybrid tugs may soon be hitting a port near you...

    Read about 'em here.
     
    #1 tripp, Mar 1, 2007
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    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    Pretty cool!

    Now they need to start thinking about applying this techology to police and security vehicles that sit in parking lots for 24/hrs with the engine on. :angry:
     
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  3. tripp

    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(F8L @ Mar 1 2007, 08:28 PM) [snapback]398855[/snapback]</div>
    Yup. The problem with the prius for these roles is its size and lack of power. A hybrid crown vic (or something similar) would save police departments a lot of money on fuel for sure.
     
    #3 tripp, Mar 1, 2007
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    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    HiHy? The Toronto Fire Dept. has 9 of them.
     
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    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    I'm thinking patrol cars in this case. SUVs are worthless for high-speed chases unless you wanna die in a rollover.
     
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