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From Gas to Green: A Data‑Driven Feasibility Study of Converting a 2008 Volkswagen Polo to a Hybrid Powertrain
Can a 15-Year-Old Volkswagen Polo Be Retro-fitted With a Hybrid System That Actually Cuts Fuel Use? The answer is a definitive yes, but only under specific conditions. By installing a 48-volt mild hybrid architecture, a 2008 Polo can achieve up to 15% fuel savings and a 10-15% reduction in CO₂