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With the soaring gas prices being seen around the country today, there has been renewed interest in the benefits of Smart cars. However, these cars are not so easily found in most dealerships, meaning you need to do a little digging to find one. The best place to start is online, since they often offer the best prices.
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What is the difference between a smart car and an electric car?
A Smart car can have an internal combustion engine. An electric car is....electric
Is the smart car fortwo an electric car?
The one released at current is not, it has a small engine and is very economical though, there is an electric one on trial though but as yet no news of when its likely to be released. The smart car UK information center. Actually the smart 4 2 gets 50 mpg and it is not electric. They are making cars that run on electricity. The smart is around $20,000.
Do you have to plug a smart car into a wall socket?
No. The Smart cars use internal combustion engines - they're not electric.
What is the song of this Smart ed commercial found on youtube 2012 smart fortwo electric drive The Future has Arrived?
The song featured in the 2012 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive commercial titled "The Future has Arrived" is "The Future" by the band The Dandy Warhols. This upbeat track complements the commercial's theme of innovation and sustainability associated with electric vehicles. You can find the ad on YouTube, showcasing the Smart car's eco-friendly features.
Why wont your key turn in ignition of your smart car?
You still need a key to enter a smart or hybrid car. What you do not need to start the engine in the same way as for a petrol or diesel engine. What you will need to do is enable the power on button in a smart car with the key to start the electric motor in the smart car.
What mechanism powers the smart car?
The current production Smart car (as of July 2014) is an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. The Smart car has rated power output of 27 horsepower and 89 foot-pounds of torque.
What mechanism powers a smart car?
I will assume you are asking about the Smart Fortwo car. The gasoline version is powered by a 1 liter 3 cylinder 70 h.p. engine. The electric version is power by an electric motor driven by a 17.6 kWh battery.
Is an electric smart car a good choice for longer distances?
While you could use an electric car, your best choice would a hybrid car. You live too far away to make the trip to town every time. If you are delayed you may find yourself in need of a charge with no charging station near.
Before Purchasing an Electric Smart Car?
Before purchasing an electric Smart car, the driving distance on a full charge should be considered. Even mid size electric cars today are plagued by limited range capabilities, and the Smart electric must overcome this obstacle with less space for battery cells. Owning one may not be worth it if won't be able to go for more than 50 miles at a time.
Where can one find information about smart car roadster?
Information about this car can be found on Smart's own webpage. Further information can be found on Wikipedia, where there is a page dedicated to this particular car.
What is the safety rating on the Smart Car?
The 2010 Smart Car was given a 8.5 out of 10 safety rating by U.S. News. To find out more information about the safety of the Smart Car you can visit sites such as Consumerreports.org or Usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks
Is a smart car a good car?
The smart car is exactly what it says. A smarter way to drive It gets around 120-150 miles per charge. The downside to having a smart car is, since it's so small, the chances of you surviving a major car crash are less than 50%. The Smart Car electric can go 82 miles on a charge. The gasoline version gets 33 city 44 highway. A decent second car but not a good primary car.
