Hybrid and electric vehicles
Carmichael, L. E. (Lindsey E.)2015
eBook
Abstract: In this title, discover what hybrid and electric vehicles are, their history, how we use them today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about exciting new ways to power cars, including plug-in hybrid technology, lithium batteries, fuel cells, and solar-electric systems.
Main title:
Hybrid and electric vehicles / by L.E. Carmichael.
Author:
Carmichael, L. E. (Lindsey E.), authorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
Minneapolis, Minnesota : ABDO Publishing Company, [2013]Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2015.
Collation:
1 online resource (15 entries) : 31 images ; digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 112 pages : illustrations (chiefly color)
Contents:
Chapter 1. Running on fumes -- Chapter 2. The horseless carriage -- Chapter 3. Internal combustion engine vehicles -- Chapter 4. Electric vehicles -- Chapter 5. Hybrids -- Chapter 6. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles -- Chapter 7. Lithium batteries: promise and peril -- Chapter 8. Fuel cell vehicles -- Chapter 9. Driving toward tomorrow -- Glossary -- Additional resources -- About the author -- About the content consultant.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781784029272 (electronic version)9781617834639 (invalid)
Dewey class:
629.2293
LC class:
TL221.15
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
502041
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