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Irvine's Quantum introduces diesel hybrid electric drive system
High-performance technology can be used in military, commercial applications.
By Kristen SchottPublished: October 23, 2009 10:34 AM
Irvine-based Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide is introducing its newest fuel-efficient drive system: the Q-Force.
The high-performance diesel hybrid electric powertrain took six years to develop. The four-wheel-drive train will be produced for specialized military uses and commercial applications.
This is the most recent project for the company, which also produced the Q-Drive for Irvine-based Fisker Automotive's Karma sports sedan. When fully charged, the green luxury auto doesn't burn fuel for the first 50 miles. Once the electric range is reached, it operates as a normal hybrid.
The Q-Force offers high acceleration and extended range, among other features, that will benefit the U.S. Army in communications, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance, according to Quantum President and CEO Alan Niedzwiecki. He also says it is "well-suited" for homeland security, border patrol, park-service operations and light-duty vehicles.
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The high-performance diesel hybrid electric powertrain took six years to develop. The four-wheel-drive train will be produced for specialized military uses and commercial applications. This is the most recent project for the company, which also produced the Q-Drive for Irvine-based Fisker Automotive's Karma sports sedan. When fully charged, the green luxury auto doesn't burn fuel for the first 50 miles. Once the electric range is reached, it operates as a normal hybrid. The Q-Force offers high acceleration and extended range, among other features, that will benefit the U.S. Army in communications, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance, according to Quantum President and CEO Alan Niedzwiecki. He also says it is "well-suited" for homeland security, border patrol, park-service operations and light-duty vehicles. NEXT PAGE >> Related headlines Aliso Viejo's Buy.com expands internationally Irvine Valley College dedicates new facility 12 O.C. firms named among Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 |
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