Are Hybrids the savior of the auto industry

[Grumpy]

The US is well behind the UK in the diesel department but you have to remember your comparing a US gal to the rest of the world.

[merrylander]

For some unknown reason the US uses the Queen Charlotte system of liquid measure.

[Grumpy]

Another thing to consider is what MPH is the rest of the world using to test MPG. Up until a year or so ago we tested at 55 with no AC on and very slow starts. Hence the lower MP ratings of newer vehicles compared to those of old.

[Combwork]

Originally Posted by Grumpy

Another thing to consider is what MPH is the rest of the world using to test MPG. Up until a year or so ago we tested at 55 with no AC on and very slow starts. Hence the lower MP ratings of newer vehicles compared to those of old.

This site gives comparison figures between manufacturers tests and 'real life' driving. http://www.green-car-guide.com/news/...l-life-mpg.htm It's a UK site so the difference between US and UK gallon has to be allowed for. While I was checking I found the US gallon is 1/5th smaller than the UK gallon, not 1/8th.
For some unknown reason the US uses the Queen Charlotte system of liquid measure. (Merrylander) OK, let me get my head round this one. The U.S.A. who fought a long and bloody battle to kick England's king back over the water adopted a measuring system named after the wife of George 3rd. Meanwhile, I was going to be smart and give the origin of the Imperial Gallon but gave up when I found this 20 minims = 1 fluid scruple. WTF? That's straight out of Harry Potter.

[merrylander]

Beats me. BTW I was not the one comparing hydrogen powered vehicles to golf carts.

[Combwork]

Originally Posted by merrylander

Beats me. BTW I was not the one comparing hydrogen powered vehicles to golf carts.

Sorry; hand to brain coordination isn't always my thing.

[merrylander]

Originally Posted by Combwork

Sorry; hand to brain coordination isn't always my thing.

You too?