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Rav4 EV

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

These "gliders" were originally built to be either ICE or electric. They are NOT conversions, but were designed to be electric from the beginning. And for the time being – I have two EVs in the family (until the EV1 goes back to GM in November, 2003). “What about the Honda Insight?&#

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Despite this, a 2003 EPRI study , assuming only $2/gallon gas , zero buying incentives, and a PHEV premium of $3-$5,000 more than standard hybrids, shows that the total lifetime cost of ownership for a PHEV will be lower than that of any other vehicle type -- so the payback will be there. Power and Associates 2004 report ].

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