Plugs and Cars

NOVEMBER 22, 2007

Mitsubishi could be the first with cars for sale if the UK distributor has its way. From where I sit (in the driver's seat of a NiMH powered Toyota RAV4 EV) this seems eminently practical. Still I suspect there would be greater demand than initial supply. And now major automakers appear almost ready to get in on the action.

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London G-Wiz i-MiEV Recharge 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The i-MiEV is based on Mitsubishis i line of micro-cars which are quite popular in Japan. The four door i-Miev is only 11ft 1inches, 4ft 10inches wide, and 5ft 3inches tall but feels much roomier inside. Inside the car looks like a standard i-car but the gauges have very different meanings.

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Mitsubishi i-MiEV Electric Vehicles Vehicles 28

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

The result of the Lotus and Harman International technology collaboration will be to generate Active Noise Control system solutions available to vehicle manufacturers in all worldwide markets. Even if I couldnt see, Id be able to hear the sound of the tires well before that car got to me. I have stated the same before.

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Hybrid i-MiEV 2009 New York 30

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Of course, everything has its drawbacks and one problem with charging at home is that it is not an option available for some city dwellers. Although charging infrastructure is beginning to find its way into cities, it may be awhile until they are available in residential neighborhoods en masse.

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Charging Batteries Battery 2009 38

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Last year Oregon had also aggressively negotiated with the Chinese carmaker, BYD , to manufacture its line of plug-in hybrids in the state for sale in the U.S.) electric car race with i MiEV in Oregon? April 10, 2009 10:06 pm Link I make, convert and drive EV’s and have for 13 yrs. Shameless self plugs here.

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Oregon Green Electric Cars Lead Acid 58