As the Fleetwood Enterprises RV Group presented its Hybrid motorhome on December 26, 2008, Pedata RV Center and other dealers across the nation took notice. The introduction of new technologies advantageous in today's economy and environment make looking towards the future with a bright outlook that much easier.
Amid the many negative news items, the countless dealers struggling under the weight of the current economical gloom, and the recent loss of not only financing options for consumers, but financing options for the dealers themselves…the Fleetwood's Hybrid RV was a welcome, and hopeful, respite. Clint Ethington of Pedata RV Center labeled the Fleetwood RV "my new symbol of hope for the industry. I love when new technology offers new possibilities to RVers and when it can happen at a time when many are down on the industry it's even better. And when it can happen when consumers are down on EVERYTHING across industry lines…it's amazing."
The Fleetwood Hybrid (http://www.fleetwood.com/) Details:
* ecoFRED hybrid electric power chassis by Freightliner Custom Chassis
* increased fuel economy up to 42%
* easy refueling at any diesel fuel station
* zero compromise in payload capacity
* internal combustion diesel engine/electric motor driven by lithium-ion batteries
* Eaton 6-speed, automated-manual transmission
* Towing capacity of 37,000 lbs.
* Lithium-ion batteries recharged through operation of diesel
We have recently been seeing information on the Water for Fuel website about how people can convert their cars and trucks to run on water for fuel. We wonder whether that same technology could be applied to RVs to avoid the expense of having to purchase a new hybrid recreational vehicle.
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