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Much earlier in the chapter’s history, member Otmar Ebenhoech, who would go on to create the Villa DC Motor Controller, made a strong impression on the DIY community using DC motors. More recently, Gage became the CEO of EVGrid , working on Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) tech. Otmar was one of our first speakers,” said Pohorsky. “He

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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There are also videos on Youtube where people change the pack the DIY way or the individual modules, but be aware to only buy individual modules from a trusted source. A capacitor needs to be soldered in the back of the speedometer and there are resources on the internet on how to do it. Rarely the dash can go dark all of a sudden.

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Soot and Spin: Two Plug-in Paradoxes

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This catch-22 - you need the polluting engine running to keep the emissions mitigation running - has regulators including the California Air Resources Board (ARB) frowning upon PHEV conversions. Third party converters have spent time and resources tweaking their plug-in hybrids to meet ARB testing written with gasoline-only hybrids in mind.

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Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Car companies could decide that conversions void some or part of the hybrid system warrantyunless they worry that will tarnish its green image. Green Gears, Inc. About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Typically, hybrid cars have four or five separate warranties. Go to Hymotion.com.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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