Mercury Mariner Hybrid
Gas Mileage and Environmental Information
There is no doubt that the Mercury Mariner Hybrid is definitely among the cleanest and greenest vehicles designed and developed by Ford Motor Company. The hybrid truck is qualifying for the strict Super Low Emissions Vehicle or SULEV classification, a clean-air standard adopted by most states in the US. As a proof of the vehicle's green features, it is even qualified for the label of the more meritorious AT-PZEV or Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle.
Specifically, Mercury Mariner Hybrid produces maximum carbon monoxide emission of just 1 gram each mile. Nitrogen oxide is at 0.02 gram each mile, while unburned hydrocarbon is at 0.01 gram each mile. The figures are so minimal compared to emissions produced by regular cars.
The fuel economy is very impressive at 33 miles per gallon in city driving and 29 miles per gallon in highway driving. The hybrid truck is distinct in that it could attain greater fuel economy when driving in the city. The electric motor could prompt the vehicle to a speed of about 25 miles per hour even without gasoline engine assistance. Frequent stops would not be a problem as using the brakes makes regenerative braking system at work for battery charging.
Remarkable fuel economy is achieved by Mercury Mariner Hybrid in three ways. First, the vehicle has power train technologies that stretch the mileage of every gasoline gallon. Second, the CVT system maintains running of engine. Lastly, shutting down engine during stoplights, deceleration and low speeds help reduce fuel consumption.
Ford is committed to maintain efforts for research and development of better fuel-efficient and environmentally sound technologies. Thus, the company is active in the development of its own fuel cell technology. It is expected that when Ford succeeds in doing so, Mercury Mariner Hybrid would surely benefit as the potential technology could readily be integrated into the truck. That would make for a further greener Mercury Mariner Hybrid.
