Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The Circuit is similar to the Tesla Roadster, a $109,000 sports car produced by a small California company. said that Chrysler "will struggle to meet proposed fuel-efficiency standards." Possibilities include a minivan and an Jeep Wrangler-like off-roader. They will also differ greatly in terms of vehicle type.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Standardization of battery shape and chemistry is another consideration that gives one pause. Also, until standardization of connectors becomes fully implemented, EV owners may have to carry an assortment of adapters to be able to plug in to chargers from different suppliers. One of the main drawbacks to charge stations is speed.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Small long-term evaluation program, including modeling of vehicle-to-grid building benefits and economics, begun with Southern California Edison, joined by EPRI, other utilities, US DOE. General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform.

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