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Google and IEEE launch $1M challenge for downsized inverters

Green Car Congress

inverter used in the Fiat 500e has a volume of about 5 liters, while the motor inverter used in the 2010 Prius drivetrain has a volume of about 5.4L (according to a DOE deconstruction.) The peak power density of the 2010 Prius motor inverter is 11.1 Evaluation Of The 2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid Synergy Drive System (ORNL, 2011).

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All American "Spirit" Noted on Yuma's KYMA Website as of Wednesday, 9 December 2009 -

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

is obtained -- from Yuma's KYMA Channel 11 website www.KYMA.com , th e below entry, as copied and pasted to the blog, at least documented the All American "Spirit of DC" being in Yuma, AZ. however, maybe solar enpowered a tad with the solar panels. One slight note: The "Spirit" doesn't quite think of herself as a "power car".

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Electrified Blondes in Convertibles For Everyone!

Creative Greenius

She lives in a solar powered house and drives an electric car. When it comes to advocacy for Plug-Ins, Stefano Paris (below) has been everywhere and anywhere digitally documenting every key event and then sharing his work on the web site he hosts as his contribution to electrifying our transportation. You could too.

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"Plug-in Arizona Educational Tour" Update -- "Spirit of DC's" Visit to Nogales High School with Nogales International Reporter, Tuesday, 24 Nov 2009

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

Plug-ins can be moving the USA to regain its energy independence with good ole homegrown American, if not Arizona solar, electrons! See also [link] > Some 20 students were game to bask in the sun and visually take in the "Spirit" with solar panels a'charging. along with a 110-v AC opportunity charge provided as well.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us CalCars Frequently Asked Questions Jump to: Environmental Effects and Benefits Alternative Fuels Batteries PHEV Conversions Other Questions Note: This page is overdue for a major overhaul. [See I love the idea of powering my car from solar power.

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