Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

We Promote PHEV Conversion Programs: First CalCars in 2004, then a number of aftermarket companies, have converted over 200 cars — at first most were for fleets, but more and more are going to individual owners. The easiest conversions are for 2004-2008 Prius (not 2001-2003 Prius) and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid.

Plug-in 41

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 41

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Two EDrive/EnergyCS prototypes: (100+ mpg plus electricity, 30-mile range, with lithium-ion batteries. Instructions (1.5MB pdf) show how individuals can enable the Priuss EV-only mode Coastal Electric Technologies also offers a kit.

Prius 48

Prius Plug-in Plug Hybrid 48

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Several dozen prototypes on 15-passenger van since 2004; now in second generation development; no production plans. GMs program relies on lithium-ion battery technology that Gioia called "cost, weight and package prohibitive." Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program. The biggest barrier is the battery."

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45