Mazda is Developing a Plug-in Hybrid for 2013

Sept. 14, 2012 - PRLog -- Cox Mazda in Bradenton, FL has long been one of the area’s premier auto dealers, and they’re proud to represent an automaker that has consistently been on the forefront of advances in automotive technology. One of the areas most concerning current automakers is the hybrid car segment, and here Mazda will not be outdone. They have recently announced that they are developing a plug-in hybrid vehicle for 2013, and it will use some rather unconventional — and innovative — new technology.
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While it’s currently unknown whether this will be a hybrid take on an existing model in Mazda’s lineup or if it will be a brand new model, some intriguing details have emerged about Mazda’s plug-in hybrid vehicle. For one thing, it will use a rotary engine, something that has fallen out of favor with many automakers, but which Mazda has continued to refine to achieve excellent fuel efficiency numbers.
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The rotary engine could be ideal for a hybrid vehicle, as it is most efficient when operating under a constant low-rpm load, which in theory makes it a perfect fit for the powertrain of a plug-in hybrid. The idea is this: the rotary engine will be running constantly, which will charge the vehicle’s battery back — this will in turn power an electric motor that moves the vehicle. Of course, the rotary engine could also charge the battery while contributing directly to the movement of the wheels — Chevrolet’s Volt offers an example of this.
The use of a rotary engine in a hybrid could be just the beginning, too. While the design is not known for producing a great deal of torque, it’s more versatile than many other engine types, as it can handle a number of different types of fuel — hydrogen, for instance. A plug-in hybrid could very well be the start of a full-on entry by Mazda into the alternative-fuel vehicle segment.

Cox Mazda will be delighted to inform anyone who visits their dealership about Mazda’s latest forays into new fuel-efficient technologies. Additionally, they have the automaker’s latest vehicles as well as an impressive selection of pre-owned models. Their inventory shows their commitment to meeting the automotive needs of the community, and they'd like nothing more than to take area drivers on a test drive today.
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