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DEED advertising pays off

Electric Auto Association

In 2007, Atherton, who has a degree in electrical engineering, began modifying his Toyota Prius by installing a Hymotion L5 module in the back of the car. “So So that meant I had a plug-in hybrid in 2008,” he said, explaining that it wasn’t long before folks from Toyota paid him a visit.

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Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

Clean Fleet Report

For even more space, the second row folds flat producing plenty of room for a run to the DIY store or maybe some antiquing. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2018 Toyota Highlander. Road Test: 2017 Toyota 4Runner. The seats throughout the CX-9 Signature are trimmed in soft Nappa leather.

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Soot and Spin: Two Plug-in Paradoxes

Plugs and Cars

Required reading: Bill Moore's EVWorld review and Martin Zimmerman's LA Times piece about their test drives of the Toyota Plug-in Prius and the hydrogen fuel cell Highlander FCHV. Third-party and DIY converters can't muck with every system on a car. Toyota ought to be pleased with the tone of both stories.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Being able to fit four full-size adults in the cabin makes it ideal for making it your camping or other outdoor adventure vehicle, or those quick runs to the DIY store. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Some of the automakers include in that agreement are Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Fiat, Toyota and Mitsubishi. Caroline Reichert, a spokeswoman for the Germany energy company RWE , said leading automotive and energy companies have reached an agreement for a standardized plug for electric cars. by RSS or sign up by email.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

It can be a light-duty delivery vehicle, used by ranchers or farmers needing an inexpensive runabout, outdoor enthusiasts and households wanting a versatile DIY project vehicle. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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