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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Lithium-Ion batteries share many characteristics with NiMH. See Car and Driver s review ] Other hybrids, including the Toyota Highlander and Lexus 400h, are possible future candidates. What about battery safety? Ive heard lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous if they overheat.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

2010 Prius designed to be manufactured with NiMH or Lithium batteries. But we want to give them cause to continue to press forward." ( MIT Technology Review ). The Omori factory currently produces NiMH cells. Says demand and whether people will plug in remain to be proven. Marketwatch ). Its not lack of desire.

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