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ALTe Developing Series Plug-in Hybrid Powertrains for Conversion and OEM Applications

Green Car Congress

Gen1 System installed in a Crown Vic. V8: from 14 mpg to up to 43 mpg, depending on vehicle use. A Gen 2 Series PHEV Powertrain under development is installed in a running rolling chassis. The company will deliver these powertrain kits to a dealer network to be established. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Will CARB’s New Rules Damage EV Startups?

Revenge of the Electric Car

But the new rules could make it virtually impossible for current Prius owners to transform their cars into super-efficient vehicles that get up to 150 mpg. Plug-ins also get far better gas mileage than traditional hybrids — a regular Prius gets 50 to 60 mpg, compared to a plug-in Prius’ 100 to 150 mpg.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Newly installed CEO Fritz Henderson argues that pioneering projects like the Volt typically lose money until the technology catches on. It offers 18 models that deliver 30 mpg or more. Posted by: Na | Apr 13, 2009 4:28:53 PM 18 models that get 30 mpg, yeah right! Wired Home Subscribe Sections Cars 2.0 Thats short-sighted.

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