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World’s first affordable diesel hybrid powertrain

By Mike Hanlon

22:00 November 13, 2006 PST

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World’s first affordable diesel hybrid powertrain

World’s first affordable diesel hybrid powertrain

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Driving the Zytek dual-mode hybrid

The driver of the Zytek dual-mode diesel hybrid can choose from standard or high regenerative braking and can also select one of three control calibrations:

• ‘Economy’ is ideal for city driving. Use of the engine is minimised and maximum power is limited to increase the range on pure electric power.

• ‘Drive’ is ideal for mixed usage. Full power is available and the engine will automatically stop/start when appropriate.

• ‘Sport’ disables the stop/start function and allows maximum power and acceleration

The high regen mode is available in all of the above calibrations, allowing the driver to store more regenerative energy, giving even greater fuel economy and lower emissions.

The sophisticated control system makes powerblending imperceptible to the driver, with acceleration from zero to maximum with no torque interruptions. Acceleration from zero to 62mph (100kph) takes just 12 seconds and the car can cruise comfortably at highway speeds. With perfectly balanced corner weights, the vehicle’s dynamics are also comparable with the standard car. In all ways, the Zytek dual-mode diesel hybrid offers the driving experience of a conventional small family car.

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