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Panasonic breakthrough could double start-stop efficiency

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However, now their contribution to fuel economy may be about to double thanks to a breakthrough from the Panasonic Corporation. The company has developed a NiMH-based 12V Energy [.].

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London Calling: Congestion Charge Recharges Electric Cars

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ZAP , maker of the 3 wheeled Xebra, "has passed Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) inspection, allowing it to be driven on roads in the United Kingdom," according to recent news reports. Corporate and public-sector fleets will get to lease 100 test cars for a pilot period of four years. NiMH is the risk-free pathway.

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Toyota unveils brand new luxury hybrid car

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With a string of hybrid successes already under its belt, any new innovation from the Toyota Motor Corporation is sure to turn heads, and now the company has unveiled its latest hybrid car design. Unsurprisingly, its fuel economy figures are impressive at 54mpg, but there is no sacrifice for performance levels.

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Plug-In Conversions Corp www.pluginconversions.com of Poway, near San Diego, CA converts the Toyota Prius using NiMH batteries and the EAA-PHEV open source control system, and will provide kits to qualified DIY installers. We believe both NiMH and Li-Ion are ready. See also Hymotions comments on the subject.

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Toyota questions viability of plug-in technology

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According to Michael O’Brien, the company’s US corporate manager, Toyota has key questions regarding market acceptance for the technology and who the target buyers might be. Tags: Electric cars Fuel Cells Green cars Hybrid cars Latest news Toyota.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", 2010 Prius designed to be manufactured with NiMH or Lithium batteries. See our frequent comments at our news archive.

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Why Warren Buffett is investing in electric car company BYD - Apr. 13, 2009

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News | Markets | Technology | Personal Finance | Small Business | CNN.com RSS Newsletters Video Home Fortune 500 Technology Investing Management Rankings Warren Buffett takes charge Warren Buffett hasnt just seen the car of the future, hes sitting in the drivers seat. "The good news is, hes 42 years old," Sokol says.

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