THIS TESLA RUNS ON GASOLINE (AND METHANOL) - OBRIST HYPERHYBRID INTERVIEW & TEST DRIVE

EV Channels Review

This video introduces the Obrist Hyper Hybrid system, a series hybrid generator designed to extend the range of electric vehicles. The system, tested in a Tesla Model 3 prototype, utilizes a small, two-cylinder engine running on e-methanol as a generator to charge a dedicated battery. The reviewer notes the system's potential for significantly improved efficiency, citing a figure of around 2.1 liters per 100 kilometers. Key advantages highlighted include the potential for smaller batteries in EVs, reduced reliance on charging infrastructure in remote areas, and the use of sustainable e-methanol. The prototype demonstrated impressive noise and vibration isolation, with the engine only becoming noticeable at higher RPMs. While the system is still in development, Obrist aims to license it to established automakers, with production potentially starting in 2025-2026. The reviewer expresses initial skepticism but finds the concept increasingly compelling, especially considering the global energy challenges.