A plug-in concept from Volvo brings the power inside the wheels for increased efficiency and extra mileage
By Seth FletcherPosted 03.13.2008 at 4:29 pm20 Comments
The ReCharge, Volvo’s concept plug-in hybrid, could squeeze 160 miles from a gallon of gas by tossing out the power-wasting transmission. It packs a small electric motor inside each wheel, so that no power is lost in the drivetrain. Here’s a look at the next generation of fuel-efficiency