Electric Auto Association
JUNE 5, 2022
They now realize that EVs are less expensive to maintain than gas-engined vehicles. In 2007, Atherton, who has a degree in electrical engineering, began modifying his Toyota Prius by installing a Hymotion L5 module in the back of the car. “So Everyone loved these cars,” Beas said. Used EVs are much more affordable,” he continued.
Clean Fleet Report
APRIL 18, 2022
liter 4-cylinder engine; running on unleaded regular it puts out 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. We only took the Santa Cruz to 80 mph (Hyundai rates the top speed at 155 mph) where the engine was pleasantly quiet and smooth, delivering seamless power when needed. The base Santa Cruz engine is the non-turbo 2.5L
DIY Electric Car
MARCH 27, 2008
According to Wikipedia, without the need for a cooling, ignition or starter system these vehicles can be produced for approximately 20% cheaper than conventional car engines. As the air expands in the engine it actually cools it, which can be used for passenger comfort.
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 22, 2021
For even more space, the second row folds flat producing plenty of room for a run to the DIY store or maybe some antiquing. liter four-cylinder engine producing either 227 horsepower (hp) with 87 octane fuel or 250 hp running on 93 octane. The torque at 310 pound-feet is the same regardless of the fuel grade.
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 15, 2024
The enjoyment of driving the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid begins with its stellar fuel economy, but this doesn’t begin to explain the versatility Ford has built into this compact pickup. Liter gasoline engine that produces 162 horsepower (hp) and a 94kW electric motor, for a total system 191 hp. Your numbers may differ.
Clean Fleet Report
MARCH 12, 2022
Ford not only brought back its compact pickup, which some thought was a gamble, but the Maverick comes standard with a hybrid engine. EcoBoost engine and the 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive (AWD) is an option with this engine, but not so with the base hybrid engine. You can take it with you.
Plugs and Cars
OCTOBER 27, 2007
Paradox 1 - Soot: There's an apparent emissions paradox with plug-in hybrids (PHEV): Driving longer distances on battery power means more cold starts as the internal combustion engine (ICE) stops and starts up again after the batteries deplete. Third-party and DIY converters can't muck with every system on a car. I'm afraid not.
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