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.

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Plug-in Plug Prius Highlander 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Can these things add up to make a car that people want to buy? It seems like it still may be cheaper to just buy a well used Lotus Elise and modify it yourself. I also think it will be cheap, which is why I think someone will buy the group. As more renewables come online, battery electrics just keep getting cleaner and greener.

Dodge Circuit 45

Dodge Circuit Dodge Electric Cars Chrysler 45

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Beware of businessmen trying to make a fortune with the wish to shift to cleaner propulsion! Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc. The losses for the utilities by far outweigh the costs for erecting counting plugs. Analyse their business models thoroughly!

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Charging Batteries Battery 2009 38