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Hybrid vehicle having improved arrangement structure

US11780314B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 2020
Grant dateOct 10, 2023
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Y2200/92
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hybrid vehicle having an improved arrangement structure is provided. The hybrid vehicle includes a fuel tank which provides fuel to an engine, and is disposed in a first area which is recessed upward from the under surface of the exterior of a vehicle body. A battery provides an electric driving force to a vehicle, and is disposed in a second area which is recessed downward between the bottom of the interior of the vehicle body and a rear seat. The first area is disposed further forward than the second area in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle body.

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