Fiat 500 Hybrid in the works

An entry-level hybrid drivetrain that Fiat is currently developing could reduce the CO2 emissions of its petrol-powered city cars to only 80g/km.

The Hybrid Powertrain concept matches Fiat’s forthcoming dual-clutch transmission and the new 900cc TwinAir two-cylinder turbo petrol engine. Fiat engineers arrived at the new idea of fitting a small electric motor into the body of the gearbox. Powered by a small battery pack, this motor will turn the gearbox’s internal shafts and gears. When the petrol engine is idle, this will power the car.
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rxh8me9000 - 6/4/2010 4:52:26 PM

+3 Boost

I really dont see this car selling good. Maybe its just me.