The Infiniti M35h is going to be one-of-a-kind. It will be suited with the advanced Infiniti Direct Response Hybrid system, which includes a unique powertrain with compact Lithium-ion battery, and will be capable of traveling faster and farther on electric-only mode than any other conventional hybrid.

As with all hybrids, the M35h is a great option for drivers looking to reduce fuel consumption and protect the environment. However, there were concerns that pedestrians might have trouble hearing the vehicle approach since it is not powered by a traditional engine. Infiniti assessed the risk and devised a solution which will appear for the first time in this upcoming hybrid. The safety system is called Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) and it is an audible pedestrian warning system that is designed to ensure the safety of others on the road.

The system will function by emitting a range of high and low sounds to warn pedestrians of the approaching vehicle. The system works from when the vehicle starts up to when the vehicle reaches 20 miles per hour, with sound levels varying according to how fast the vehicle is going.
To learn more about our all-new hybrid or to learn how the VSP functions to ensure pedestrian safety, stop in and see us at your local Ft. Lauderdale Infiniti dealer. Our friendly sales staff wants to help make the Ft. Lauderdale Infiniti M 35h yours, so stop in and see us today!

The UQM systems were purchased as part of the partnership’s advanced hybrid electric technology program which has the objective of incorporating an advanced set of control systems and more efficient components into the hybrid electric bus to provide additional fuel efficiency improvements of 15 percent to 20 percent, or an overall improvement of up to 40 percent over standard diesel-powered vehicles. The partnership’s goal is to field the first production vehicles utilizing advanced hybrid electric technology in fiscal 2009.

“We are pleased that the MTA partnership has selected our 150 kW propulsion system for their advanced hybrid electric technology program. Our 150 kW propulsion system, with its exceptional torque and light weight, will improve the acceleration of the bus, while maximizing the range between recharges due to its highly energy efficient operation,” said William G. Rankin, President and Chief Executive Officer of UQM Technologies, Inc. “We look forward to additional orders for this bus as this technology is placed in service in 2009.”