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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The easiest conversions are for 2004-2008 Prius (not 2001-2003 Prius) and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Because of Hondas different architecture (the engine runs whenever the motor runs), aftermarket conversion of Hondas are unlikely. Conversions are limited to certain vehicle types. So far, most start as hybrids.

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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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? - a key Randy C. All rights reserved AutoblogGreen is a member of the Weblogs, Inc. Privacy Policy , Terms of Service , Notify AOL.

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

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In May 2000, Austin Energy planned to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by 40% at its Decker and Holly power plants, from 1700 tons per year to less than 1000tpy by 2003. Previous Engadget goes legs-on with Hondas walking-assist devices (with video!) 7, 1990) Emissions from cars dwarfs that from power plants.

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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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

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

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

and your Honda/Sony car will be perfectly happy with any Durcell/Energizer pack just like AA calls in your flashlight. If every car accepts 2 or 4 or 6 of these universal packs then true economies of scale can kick in in their manufacture. Takes the car companies out the battery business. govt/industry defined standards my be required.??