A plastic fuel tank for hybrid vehicles

Between 2009 and 2015, hybrid vehicles are expected to make significant inroads in the automobile market. While no special adjustments to diesel-engine fuel systems are required, fuel tanks for plug-in gasoline-powered engines must be strengthened to withstand the internal pressure created by fuel vapor over long periods. INERGY is validating new solutions that will remedy this problem so that its fuel tanks can equip all types of hybrid vehicles. The company is currently involved in 13 hybrid vehicle development programs.