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2023 Toyota Prius Review – Better, But is That Good Enough?

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Toyota claims this brings 0-60 times up to 7 seconds for FWD cars and 7.2 AWD cars – slow, sure, but far more respectable than the 10-second times from before. The battery is lithium-ion. We’re still a long way from fun-to-drive, but the new Prius is at least as engaging as any other small commuter car on the market.

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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However, consumer demand for PEVs is quite uncertain and, barring another global spike in oil prices, may be limited to a minor percentage of new vehicle purchasers (e.g., early technology adopters and relatively affluent urban consumers interested in a “green” commuter car). Market Drivers. BEVs vs. PHEVS.

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Reva: A little company with big ambitions. The Green Piece

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However, while competition mounts in the industry with big name manufacturers finally jumping on the electric car bandwagon, REVA is determined not to be left behind and is building what will be the biggest factory making battery-powered city commuter cars, in the world. Leaders of the pack.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

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Write For GO About Advertise Contact Login Explore GO Media: News & Opinion Family & Lifestyle Business & Technology Gas 2.0 The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. Like this post? I agree with sebastian.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

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Seeking Alpha Home The Macro View Stocks & Sectors Global Markets ETFs Investing Ideas Breaking News Transcripts Register | Login Email: Password: Forgot Your Password? The MiEV runs on a lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged in seven or so hours on a 240-volt line. Tis time to return to basics.