The Honda Hybrid drive system was one of the first to go into mass production, the Honda Insight model was the first one to use the system. Honda then introduced the Hybrid drive-train into the Civic and it was received well by customers. Along with the Toyota Prius the Civic Hybrid has been an ambassador of how Hybrid cars can work with normal life.
A report from Exxon Mobil has stated that by 2040 it predicts half of the cars on the road will be low or zero emission vehicles. With consumer behaviour changing so rapidly car manufacturers have to adapt their models to ensure they are still in the race in 2040. Increased popularity for eco-friendly vehicles will almost certainly result in increased competition between manufacturers, meaning that many will be preparing to go the extra mile and produce the best models possible over the coming years.
The next stage for producing low and zero emission vehicles is to take hybrid technology to the next level. While some companies are still planning this Honda the Japanese car maker will be launching this for the new Honda 2012 models.
Honda has unveiled a next generation hybrid system for its entire hybrid range going forward; it will be a two-motor system. With two electric motors instead of just one, cars fitted with the new system are expected to be more environmentally-friendly and will have better general performance. It is a misconception that hybrid cars are "slow", the ones already on sale are as fast as "normal" cars but the new twin-motor system will help put these rumours to rest.
Other car manufacturers will react to Honda's latest introduction and introduce their own next generation hybrids. This level of competition is good for us consumers and for Hybrid technology as a whole. It will push companies to find the best, cheapest and most reliable technology to boost consumer confidence in Hybrid models.
Author Resource:-
Joanna Small - Automotive Journalist and Enthusiast
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