Ferrari showing off a new prototype for their vision with hybrid engines. The 599 HY Ferrarri KERS concept is intended to give an idea of how Ferrari are looking to
adopt hybrid and other green technologies for the next four years. With tough new CO2 emissions in the works, Ferrari are looking to cut fuel by 40% over the next few years, or risk being squeezed out. They plan to have a green technology throughout the line-up in 2015.
The spokesman noted the concept would cost twice as much as 207,000 gasoline £ 559 GTB Fiorano-based concept. But, the price must fall to below £ 300,000 in the next four years. The HY KERS Formula One concept uses a system developed is called Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS). This system allows for regenerative braking, but it will not run the vehicle on electric power alone.
Two-seater comes with a 6.0-liter V12 mated to an electric motor powered by lithium ion batteries. The prototype has a top speed of 200 mph and can go from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. That's faster than the standard version. It can reach 125 mph in 10.4 seconds and has a top speed of 200 mph. But the extra power also comes at a greater efficiency, with a 35% increase in CO2 emissions (down to 270 g / km) and their estimated fuel efficiency of 25 mpg (up from 16 mpg).
Battery set low on the floor, a lower center of gravity, allowing for better 'cornering dynamics. "They also did not affect the functionality of interior spaces. Ferrari painted green concepts, making it stand out from the rest of the Ferrari line-up. The company is hoping this is the leading edge of their goal to reduce fuel use throughout their line-up with at least 40%.
