Product Description
Get all the information you need on the revolutionary vehicles that are gaining popularity in today's automotive industry. This easy-to-read book addresses the movement of technology towards new and upcoming electric vehicles, with a focus on the hybrids in use today and the fuel cell vehicles of tomorrow. Expansive coverage includes the political and social impact of these vehicles, as well as the basic theories of alternative vehicles as they relate to construction, electricity, batteries, and motors. The book ends with a look into the future, focusing in on vehicles under development.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 2 reviews)

HEV and BEV textbook by Eduardo Roma Burgos (São Paulo, Brazil)

5 Stars
August 02, 2009
Most probably the best textbook on hybrid, electric and fuel-cell vehicles currently available. Excellent service, excellent book. Eduardo Roma Burgos.

Very Useful for a Beginner by M. Moss (UK)

4 Stars
March 01, 2009
I am impressed with this book. It walks you through the basics of the technology and market. I felt a little like being at school when doing the tests at the end of each chapter.....but it does make you re-read the part you didnt really understand.

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