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Power to the people: Mitsubishi Outlander and Eclipse Cross PHEV are the electrified vehicles in Australia that can power your home

EV Central

Mitsubishi has announced that it is introducing bi-directional, or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging with its Outland and Eclipse Cross PHEVs that will allow owners to power electrical appliances, homes and even the grid – but there’s a big catch.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Power and Associates 2004 report ]. Despite this, a 2003 EPRI study , assuming only $2/gallon gas , zero buying incentives, and a PHEV premium of $3-$5,000 more than standard hybrids, shows that the total lifetime cost of ownership for a PHEV will be lower than that of any other vehicle type -- so the payback will be there.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

However," he continued, "If carmakers decide not to take advantage of this offer, AFS Trinity intends to raise the funds to begin modifying existing hybrids or manufacture its own 150 mpg SUVs and, eventually, 250 mpg sedans. People wont buy a full car. Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Duh, heres our $40K volt, buy it please? The true impact of electric vehicles should consider the make-up of the power grids where these cars will be used. The first law of technology: "Never buy anything with a low serial number." I wont be buying an electric car of any kind. They will not meet my needs.