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Electric Auto Association

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. Freund recalled that Plug In America started when GM was engaged in taking back and crushing the EV1s. It was very technical but captivating. “I

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Outside of North America, 2008 was the second-best sales year in the last decade and the third-best ever for Chrysler International. i would like to see maybe Smith America build a conversion of their current cars, maybe have a retrofit model so you dont have to get rid of the trucks at all, just upgrade!

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

This car was bought in or designed for america! Neutral BloodyHell @ Apr 19th 2009 9:01PM Oi! let me plug this car in right here, oh wait! Thas why this dingy ole thing wont work on regular plugs ere in britan! The "normal plug" idea doesnt neccessarily work dude. Neutral tim @ Apr 19th 2009 11:02PM What about zones?