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

Green Car Congress

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. The symptoms start with a check engine light (CEL) that sometimes comes on. The brake light LED can wear out on the 2004, 2005 models. Code P0016.

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The Further Adventures of The Solangelist

Creative Greenius

But then, just as it seemed I had reached my darkest hour I was suddenly flooded by the light of an epiphany so bright it blinded me for a stunning moment. And there are people out there who want to help and have resources to make it possible. All at once it seemed so clear to me. My situation is exactly the same as most of America.

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Electric Quad Project.

DIY Electric Car

The quadrunner has been stripped of everything ICE, and I have retained what electrical will be needed for lights etc. I have the resources to create an adapter to convert the 13 spine either up or down to match a golf cart motor. Obviously the gearing in the transaxle is totally wrong. So I write that one up to lessons learned.

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Electric Pedicabs - future for London's transport

DIY Electric Car

This blog is not about promoting the pedicabs or pedicab industry but about making people's awareness of light weight electric vehicles and their contribution these could make to reduce CO2 emissions. External resources: BBC NEWS - [link]. Wish them all the best with getting on the project. Maxpro Pedicabs - [link]

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Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Still, the instant torque of the electric motor is a rush you get to experience all the time in city driving; each time you pull away from a red light and stop sign youre wondering why gasoline engines ever became popular. One last major area that simply must be changed is that the Circuit has basically zero rear visibility. Small size.

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Greenlings: Benefits of charging stations vs. battery swaps vs. home charging

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Money-losing Chevy Volt will stay alive even if it cant "pay the rent" Tesla CEO will refund money if theres an "Armageddon scenario" Resources About Send us news tips Contact Us Advertise Corrections? Charge at home solves fully 95% of average charge need. not an issue. Read reviews, get free pricing, and much more.

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Gas War: U.S. House Suggests Ending California Emissions Authority, White House Says Nope

The Truth About Cars

Just a few days after the California Air Resource Board's mandate came out, Governor Newsom had to publicly beg electric vehicle owners not to charge their cars due to concerns of the power grid and blackouts. California's zero-emission rules [claims it] will cut by 25 percent smog-causing pollution from light-duty vehicles by 2037.