Ferrari Explains The HY-KERS Hybrid System In Video

Becoming green, or at least putting in the effort to appear green, is the norm nowadays across the automotive world. Recognising that trend is crucial to understanding why niche, low-volume car companies are going out of their way to cut consumption and emissions: Just look at Lamborghini's go-green efforts and Ferrari's 599 HY-KERS hybrid system, which pairs a V12 engine and a seven-speed twin-clutch transmission to flat lithium ion batteries and an electric motor.

Higher development costs aside, the biggest stumbling block for the eventual inclusion of such hybrid systems is weight. How Ferrari manages the weight increase without affecting the handling of its model is really the crux of the matter. Still, a system that adds 99 bhp and reduces emissions by 35 percent surely deserves further exploration. For now, enjoy and learn from the video on how the HY-KERS hybrid system works!

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