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Hybrid with Three Wheels is Back
T-Rex is a very interesting hybrid created by Canadian auto/bike builder Campagna Corporation located in Quebec. The main feature of the hybrid in that it is indeed a middle ground between a car and a motorcycle, taking the best features from each of the "parents." The three wheeled vehicle is designed for two passengers sitting side by side, with adjustable seat backs, foot-pedal box, and 3-point retractable safety belts. Thus, making it much more secure than a conventional bike.Even though T-Rex has been commercially available since the early 1990s, major changes were made to ensure the 2007 model is more efficient in fuel consumption. Using only a 1.4 Liter, 4-cylinder engine, it accelerates from 0-97 km/h (0-60 mph) in 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 253 km/h (157 mph). The manual transmission, although controlled by hand, more closely resembles motorcycle transmissions than that of a car.
Due to the absence of doors or windshield (optional), the vehicle maintains a very low weight. In addition, thanks to its low center of gravity, two front wheels and wide single rear wheel, the vehicle can achieve turning g-forces greater than a substantial majority of four-wheeled vehicles. Its distinctive, unusual look and style has made it a collector's item for both car and motorcycle enthusiasts. See it in action in the following video.
6 thoughts:
Multiple inheritance !! The huge tyre at the back must be expensive...do you think it is better suited for cities with frequent traffic jams like in India...??
Wow, its for sell? look at the way it is, it wont be that safe for travelling, is it? well, i'd like to have one..., waiting for it to get cheaper..,
I love it! This is the kind of car I'd love to have one day!!!
I've heard that hybrids are not saving people as much money as they'd like, but I definitely want to look into a hybrid. I drive a compact now, and it's just the right size for me - but I feel bad for my brother who is 6'5"!
If it has been available for that long, I wonder why you don't see more of them.
@Mike: Maybe not many were produced?
Anyone know the number of T-rexs made?
Man, those things are awesome! I'd love to have one if I had the money. You don't see many around I'm guessing because they are expensive and not very practical for everyday/ordinary use. I remember watching MTV Cribs (I think it was lol) and a famous rapper (I forget who :S) had one, it was super loud, super fast, and super awesome. Would be a cool alternative for a motorcycle, but not such a great idea if you have a family lol.
What do you think? Post your thoughts..