Hybrid Technology

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Do you want to make a difference?

Do you want to leave a smaller carbon footprint? Do you want a greener company image? Do you want the best fuel economy ever offered in a full size truck? If you said yes to any of these questions then Lakewood has the truck for you. We have two 2010 1500 crew Hybrids in stock and ready to go. With over $12000 in discounts these trucks won't last long!

Hybrid Truck Drivetrain

The trucks are equipped with GM's 2-Mode Hybrid System:

An electronic variable transmission (EVT) allows infinitely variable gearing when it's advantageous for a truck's efficiency, but automatically changes modes to act as a conventional transmission (with four fixed gear ratios) when necessary, typically when you're driving at higher speeds or have increased hauling needs.

The trucks' Hybrid Optimizing System (HOS) constantly sends information to the EVT, optimizing transmission operations for best performance and economy.

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The Energy storage system (ESS) is a 300-volt battery that's located in the chassis, underneath a truck's rear seats. It provides power to the EVT and stores the energy it captures during deceleration, when braking, and when the system converts one of the truck's two electric motors into a generator.

The ESS powers the A/C compressor and the Accessory Power Module (APM), which in turn feeds the truck's 42-volt power steering system, its 12 volt battery and other 12-volt systems.

The big battery is cooled by a system that draws air from within the passenger compartment. It has an 8-year / 100,00 mile warranty, and GM says the ESS has safety features to keep it from over-charging, over-heating, being penetrated by liquids, and from accidental access to its components.

Chevrolet_Hybrid_Engine The 6.0L V-8 engine runs on regular gas and the engine is equipped with an Active Fuel Management (AFM) system. A computer controlled late-intake valve closing (LIVC) feature lets the truck run on 4 or 8 cylinders, whichever offers the best performance and economy for the job.

GM doesn't have official EPA ratings for the hybrid truck yet, but based on their own tests and the new Tahoe's ratings, the company expects a 40 percent increase in city fuel economy when compared to a similar conventional Silverado.