Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development. USCAR is a partner in US DRIVE, which stands for United States Driving Research and Innovation for Vehicle efficiency and Energy sustainability.

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Plug-in Electric Vehicles Plug EPRI 231

Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2011

In December 2010, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) revised its methodology and cost figures for technologies within specific applications. Companies that can financially sustain themselves through the EV ramp will succeed in the long run, assuming that they have the technology and auto industry credibility.

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Energy Storage Grid 2010 Li-ion 231

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

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. The EPRI says lithium-ion batteries are ready now.

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PHEV Nickel Metal Hydride Prius EPRI 37