Ferrari 599 shows hybrid concept in Geneva

Another 2.5 years ago we wrote that Ferrari hybrid technology does not exclude early this year, Ferrari boss Luca Cordero di Montezemolo in Geneva openly that it is actively working with hybrid technology. Halfway through this year we wrote a message on here. Geneva 2010 comes into view and there will be a Ferrari 599 hybrid concept presented.

Think not directly to a full-hybrid sports car, but use of mild hybrid technology. In Formula 1 experience is gained with KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) that stores braking energy and then releases when accelerating. This technology will be used in the 599 hybrid concept. Besides dealing with the braking, the sports car also receives a start-stop system to further reduce consumption.

When driving in urban areas the adjustments a saving of approximately 30 percent yield. The current 599 in the city reported a consumption of 32.7 liters per 100 km. This would then be reduced to about 22.9 liters per 100 km / h, ie from 1 to 3 to 1 to 4.3.