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Plug-in Prius sighting

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by subarutoo, Jun 19, 2008.

  1. subarutoo

    subarutoo New Member

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    This morning on the southbound 210 near Pasadena, I was passed by a white Prius with what appears to be a plug-in receptacle on the left rear bumper. It passed me quickly, and I had to speed up to 85 to catch it, and grab my camera from my briefcase. The picture is not great, but it shows the plug-in. Note that it has "CA Exempt" plate used for state or local official vehicles. I don't know if it is some kind of test vehicle, or part of a plug-in fleet. It had no other obvious markings, and exited to another freeway just after I snapped the picture. Anybody else see these in LA?
     

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  2. ibcs

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    That appears to be the spot that Hymotion performs their upgrade. Obviously, someone else could put the plug in the same place.
     
    #2 ibcs, Jun 19, 2008
  3. N3FOL

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    If it is trully a plug-in Prius, I wonder how fuel efficient it is??
     
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  4. fcc

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    interesting concept for a prius, that is for sure. I am not sure I am ready for one
    in my current house but when I move I will surely want a garage this time around
    that has power.

    thanks for sharing.
     
    #4 fcc, Jun 19, 2008
  5. bestmapman

    bestmapman 04, 07 ,08, 09, 10, 16, 21 Prime

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    I recently saw two Plug in Prius in person. I got to ride in the Li-Ion one. Here is the write up. PHEV
     
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  6. MagneticGrayIndy

    MagneticGrayIndy 06Prius;94M Miata;65Rambler770

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    there is a plug-in running around downtown Indy.. I think it was done by students at (IUPUI ?).. is covered in PHEV decal.. interesting, though I've never had a chance to talk to the driver
     
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  7. Cheap!

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    :D I saw a plug-in Prius in my driveway.
     
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