http://www.hybridcars.com/chevrolet-vol ... ast-28201/
Extraits:
The Stir-Lec II was a second generation experimental hybrid vehicle that operated similarly to the upcoming Volt. Using an Opel Kadett small two-door sedan, the Stir-Lec II was equipped with an eight horsepower single cylinder Stirling external combustion engine (fuel is burned in a separate chamber from the engine). Installed in the rear cargo area, the small engine operated at a constant speed and drove an alternator to charge the 14 lead acid battery pack located in the engine compartment. Electricity from the batteries was directed to a 20-hp dc motor that turned the rear wheels.
Stir-Lec II served up a top speed of 60 mph, had a range of 25 miles at 30 mph on batteries alone and could travel 150 miles at 30 mph with the charging system running (limited by a 5-gallon fuel tank).
A souligner dans cet article de juin 2010:
I saw the car at GM’s exhibit at the 1974 World’s Fair in Spokane, Wash. At the time I was intrigued by its ability to operate in electric only mode, gas engine only or a combination of both—just like many of today’s hybrids.
