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XR3 Plug-in Hybrid Gets Over 200 mpg
By admin | October 23, 2011
XR3 is a plug-in hybrid vehicle scheduled for manufacture by XR3 Motors LLC. It gets 125 mpg on its combustion engine and up to 225 mpg when the combustion and electric system are used in series. More info and plans showing how to build the vehicle yourself are available at: www.rqriley.com You can also join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com This page covers other DIY projects as well as the XR3. But developments on the XR3 will be posted there. The XR3 is in the new Bruce Willis movie, Looper. It’s used as a background vehicle in future scenes, along with the ZAP Alias. Looper is generally about hitmen who travel through time to do their dirty work. The XR3 will apear in a few scenes that take place in the future. Looper will be released in 2012.
Topics: Hybrid | 25 Comments »
October 23rd, 2011 at 5:38 pm
@amramjose We’re working on kits. If you’d like to be on a list to receive info, send a note requesting to be added to the list to rqriley@cox.net
October 23rd, 2011 at 6:29 pm
@amramjose We’re working on kits. If you’d like to be on a list to receive info, send a note requesting to be added to the list to rqriley@cox.net
October 23rd, 2011 at 6:49 pm
There would be one in my future if there was a body kit. I can handle all other costruction but refuse to work foam and fiberglass..I know my limitations.
October 23rd, 2011 at 7:26 pm
Looks good except for the hideously ugly engine cover on the front. Reminds me of an elephant seal’s nose.
October 23rd, 2011 at 8:11 pm
Is there a turnkey? If so does it have a more refined body (ie less of the garage assembled looking rear-end and interior)? I would love something like this but I also don’t want it to look like it was knocked together with MDF.
October 23rd, 2011 at 9:02 pm
@Jakezxz1 – Did you know light bulbs make light? Go away troll…
October 23rd, 2011 at 9:38 pm
Not quite the same as the XR3s I have but very nice nonetheless.
October 23rd, 2011 at 10:23 pm
@MrRicoCollazo Imagine a truck crashing into anything really fast
October 23rd, 2011 at 11:13 pm
Anyone who’s familiar with my work will know that I’ve always operated outside mainstream automotive thinking. And none of these ideas are the ultimate solution. In my book, I go father out on the limb & suggest that unbridled personal mobility (end of Chapter Two) could itself become outmoded. Why waste time and energy transporting your body when it’s your mind that produces the most meaningful results. And your mental presence can be transported over the Internet almost for free.
October 23rd, 2011 at 11:55 pm
@Jakezxz1 When the engine uses all the fuel onboard, then you buy more fuel. And when the batteries run down you recharge them efficiently from a wall plug. But the vehicle will drive on diesel power alone. Electrical energy comes from a variety of sources, depending on the country. Vehicles like the XR3 could significantly reduce oil dependence & CO2. But let’s hear your ideas on solutions. Power system technologies are still in their infancy, and social and mindset ideas are valid too.
October 24th, 2011 at 12:20 am
So, when the engine is out of fuel and electricity, I assume you plug it in somewhere to charge it like most electric cars. So where exactly does the electricity from the plugs come from? OH YEAH! Large Industrious factories! So what problem does this solve exactly? Nothing. It burns diesel AND requires yet more fossil fuels for power.
October 24th, 2011 at 12:29 am
Thanks for your comments. We’re working on being able to supply kits and even finished vehicles. If you’re interesting is being on a list for contact as information becomes available, please send your email address to rqriley@rqriley.com and request being put on a list for followup information. Simply state whether you are interested in a kit or a completed vehicle.
October 24th, 2011 at 1:06 am
genious. i wish, there would exist cars like this….
October 24th, 2011 at 1:26 am
I want one
October 24th, 2011 at 2:12 am
RQ Riley is ahead of his time. Can’t wait for the tilting trike!
October 24th, 2011 at 2:58 am
Did you say TRIPS.WOOOOOOOOOOO.
October 24th, 2011 at 3:34 am
@ MrRiceCollazo Imagine advanced computers in cars being able to override steering wheel comands and getting out of the way of this crazy drunk driver……
October 24th, 2011 at 4:31 am
@jusm11 Imagine a truck crashing really fast into it.
October 24th, 2011 at 5:06 am
why would it be dangerous?
October 24th, 2011 at 5:22 am
they shuld give it a sharp firebird or vet front then it might look nice
October 24th, 2011 at 5:50 am
Very very cool.
October 24th, 2011 at 6:35 am
It just goes to show you that sometimes the so-called ‘garage inventor’ can come up with an idea that the larger auto companies will sometimes overlook. Myself, I still have my original Tri-Magnum plans, and might end up setting up a drive system like this machine!
October 24th, 2011 at 7:27 am
megadeth is right, while the door opening the way it does is kinda interesting your entire interior is gonna get a good soaking in a rainstorm. and while the technical aspect is neat i think the front end is homely. still an impressive feat though.
October 24th, 2011 at 8:00 am
Yes, it’s registered as a motorcycle.
October 24th, 2011 at 8:27 am
im thinking of buying this.. with a redesigned chassis (roll cage and normal doors)… would hate to have to drive this in the rain to open that door to get in…. and its registered as a car… any artistic people willing to help design a front end that doesnt look like garbage? maybe a front spoiler/splitter or a grill atleast?