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5th Generation Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Technical Discussion' started by padroo, Apr 19, 2019.

  1. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    A number of car companies are moving towards becoming “mobility” companies.

    I suspect they’re planning things down the line that include fewer car ownership and more subscription-based services like car share or people owning cars for short term.
     
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    planning is good, but don't get ahead of yourself. the market is happening now
     
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    Osborne effect - Wikipedia
     
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    I REALLY hope they come out with a prime with AWD....Id trade in a minute
     
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    I agree...that would be a prime setup...especially here in MN! Seems like it could be a packaging issue with the larger battery and all though ( the current AWD Prius jams the battery under the rear seats ).
     
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    Fitting AWD and a plug-in sized battery would take some serious engineering.
     
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    I think there is still half of the spare tire well free.
     
  8. Tideland Prius

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    #188 Tideland Prius, Jun 1, 2021
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