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EV Transmissions Are Awesome!

CleanTechnica EVs

Since then, we’ve seen a number of EVs and plugin hybrids that use a transmission, and the advantages that were mathematically predictable (as well as known from the DIY EV scene that predated mass EV production) became a reality. Just over two years ago, I wrote an article discussing upcoming EV transmissions.

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Best speakers ever

Electric Auto Association

Much earlier in the chapter’s history, member Otmar Ebenhoech, who would go on to create the Villa DC Motor Controller, made a strong impression on the DIY community using DC motors. Chapter member Ian Wright cofounded Tesla then later founded Wrightspeed, a company that built large hybrid trucks in San Jose. Then we disbanded.

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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Bill OReilly challenged by Electric Aid to sign up for an electric car Chevy Volt test drives: surprisingly good stuff in the Cruze bodies SAE 2009: Rasers PHEV is a 100 mpge HUMMER Police sting doesnt stop homebrew electric vehicle maker in California Resources About Send us news tips Contact Us Advertise Corrections?

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Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Reply ↓ ↑ report 14 Mikey G 3:10PM (4/23/2009) If Chrysler, Tesla, Fisker and the rest of these companies would stop wasting time developing 2 seater electric sports cars and start building the hybrids that people need for kids, groceries and everyday life for everyday people they would be much better off.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Read reviews, get free pricing, and much more. Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc. 62) Chryslers first EV will be the Dodge Circuit (41) REPORT: Buyer perception holding back U.S.

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Read Permalink Email this 120 Comments Filed under: Transportation Tags: 400-volt , BMW , car , chevrolet , chevrolet volt , ChevroletVolt , chevy , chevy volt , ChevyVolt , Daimler , eco-friendly , EDF , electric , electric car , electric vehicle , ElectricCar , ElectricVehicle , Endesa , Enel , energy , Eon , Fiat , Ford , general motors , GeneralMotors (..)