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dctalk523 Sep 17, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 27,611 Likes: 5 Replies: 261
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Solid-state battery wars
Several companies are claiming that they are near solid-state battery breakthrough. However, QuantumScape is currently the only one with actual data presented. We will see who will eventually win the war.
In any case the current lithium-ion battery technology will be obsolete in about a half decade, as it has many problems—slow charging, capacity loss, fire hazard, low power density, etc. Solid-state batteries will exclusively power the EVs of the very near future.
A Discussion of QuantumScape’s Battery Technology Performance Results
The Leaders in the Race to Build a Better EV Battery - WSJ
Now, who is investing in these hot stocks?Gokhan Jan 16, 2021 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 27,035 Likes: 0 Replies: 193 -
Toyota Prius sales have tanked, 4 reasons why
Toyota Prius hybrid sales have tanked: here are 4 reasons why
In case you can't open the link or are just too lazy to read it, here's the 4 reasons:
1. Low gas prices.
2. Higher mpg overall in many vehicles compared to to a few years ago.
3. Non-plugin hybrids available in many shapes and forms from many automakers now, so Prius feels less special in this regard.
4. The polarizing design of the Gen 4 Prius. Some love it, some hate it.
So, what are your thoughts on it?Ashlem Feb 9, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 25,807 Likes: 3 Replies: 311 -
The Dirty Truth About Combustion Engine Vehicles
From Robert LLewellyn and Fully Charged, this is a great bit of animation to send to someone that argues which pollutes more, the ICE or EVs.
El Dobro Mar 7, 2021 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 25,587 Likes: 0 Replies: 242 -
Toyota Chasing Tesla Styling With 2nd Generation 2021 Mirai Fuel Cell Vehicle
Toyota is still plugging away at Fuel Cell technology, and is not willing to let a lack of styling get in the way of making it a success. The new Mirai is a beauty, for sure, with lines and features that are very reminiscent of Tesla. Built on the Lexus LS platform, the 2G Mirai will be lower to the ground, wider, and longer.
Toyota's working hard on the technical capabilities of the vehicle, too, with the 2021 model gaining 30% range over the first generation. Not many other details were released, so enjoy a press release from Toyota and the photos of this beauty. It was extremely hard to photograph at the reveal event, so I'm including both the stock photos from Toyota and a few that I snapped.
...Danny Oct 10, 2019 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 25,291 Likes: 4 Replies: 259 -
Drove the Mirai
I got an invitation to drive the Murai at my local dealer a couple of weeks ago. So I reserved a spot and went last week and drove it.
I'm still against hydrogen fueling, in general, due to the many reasons I and others have mentioned on numerous threads. But the car was nice, drove nice, etc. However, I could only drive on slower side streets...not allowed to go on the freeway...because they wouldn't have enough fuel for everyone! (And they have to be able to drive it back to the refuel station.)
All the things I liked had nothing to do with the power train...just nicer things taken from higher end Toyotas than the Prius. Comfortable leather power seats...automatically slide back when you power off. Side mirrors tilt down when you shift to reverse. AC/heat display . Nicer instrument panel display, etc.
Trunk space...not that great, more like a 2001 Prius. No spare tire. Rear seating head room (no problem for me) but a person that rode with me was 6'0" and complained.
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OH No! Toyota Might Ditch the Prius c, v (lowercase v for the Prius v wagon) and Plug-In Hybrid
**Mod Note - 3 threads about this all merged into this one, the first one posted **
Should I sell my c now?DKTVAV Feb 1, 2016 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 24,626 Likes: 1 Replies: 252 -
Apple’s CarPlay is finally coming to Toyota
It has finally happened! Apple CarPlay has made it to a Toyota vehicle. The 2019 Avalon will be the first Toyota with Apple CarPlay. I hope this means that 2019 might be the model year the Prius and other Toyota vehicle finally get CarPlay. Unfortunately for android users, Android Auto is not available at this time.
Here is the posting from Toyota about he new Avalon. “Meet the all-new 2019 #Avalon…with captivating design, dynamics and an elevated level of luxury. Now with Apple CarPlay. #NAIAS”PRPrius Jan 15, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 22,334 Likes: 1 Replies: 48 -
mikefocke Apr 23, 2016 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 22,326 Likes: 1 Replies: 225
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Toyota testing new solar powered Prius
"Considering that Toyota rates the pure electric range of a standard-issue Prius PHV at 68 km (42 miles), or 25 mile EPA, the bottom line of this experiment is that with those new solar cells, owners of a plug-in Prius would no longer have to plug in. On a fair-weather day, the juice would be provided by the sun, a big improvement especially for people who don’t have their own garage. The solar roof could morph from mostly a marketing-device to a helpful feature."Suddenly, Solar-Powered Cars Have a Bright(er) Future - The Drive
I'm not sure covering the rear window with a solar panel is a good idea. I would like to see panels that slide down over the front and rear windows when you park. At any rate, new, high-efficiency thin film solar cells could make for a practical solar-powered PHEV. My car gets parked outside and is only driven every few days. This would...Prius Pete Jul 5, 2019 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 22,023 Likes: 4 Replies: 191 -
Tideland Prius Jul 18, 2021 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 21,918 Likes: 0 Replies: 189
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E.P.A. Prepares to Roll Back Rules Requiring Cars to Be Cleaner and More Efficient
The New York Times reports EPA head Scott Pruitt has sent a 16 page draft initiative to the White House, rolling back what the NYT calls the "strict regulatory burden on automakers that will result in more affordable trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles for buyers, according to people familiar with the plan."
https://nyti.ms/2urXFGs
Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.pilotgrrl Mar 29, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 21,861 Likes: 2 Replies: 54 -
MikeDee Dec 17, 2020 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 21,570 Likes: 1 Replies: 226
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Live Video 2017 Prius Plug-in Walkthrough - Periscope
Update 4:45pm: There will not be an opportunity to do any additional walkthroughs of the Prime this week, unfortunately. But we should have a chance to drive it pretty soon and of course will have video available of that. Here is the recorded version of the Periscope video from this morning (the Periscope links will go to video archive heaven soon):
Update 3/23 12pm: We have 2 Periscope videos for replay so far: A walkaround with Nathan Kokes from Toyota's Prius Team, and a quick chat with the Chief Engineer. This afternoon we'll have a full walkthrough of the car. Keep an eye on Periscope/Twitter for that.
PriusChat on Periscope
Walk Around: PriusChat on Periscope: "Untitled"
Chat with Chief: PriusChat on Periscope: "Untitled"
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2023 Prius to launch plug-in hydrogen electric vehicle. Corolla to offer hydrogen combustion engine
Per Forbes:
Toyota will be offering the next generation Prius as a hybrid hydrogen electric vehicle, battery electric for short trips such as commuting with a hydrogen fuel cell (presumably?) for longer trips. It appears this will be in addition to the next generation of the gasoline-electric hybrid system.
The Corolla will be offered with the option of a more powerful turbocharged gasoline engine or, in 2023, a hydrogen internal combustion engine in an unknown configuration.JosephG Sep 2, 2021 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 21,003 Likes: 0 Replies: 117 -
Solid State Battery 10 Minute Charge Toyota - Lets Go Places
Just when you think Toyota is years behind Tesla - Boom look what Toyota has been working on - amazing a 10 minute charge.
Toyota EV with solid-state batteries: 10-minute full charge, prototype reportedly due in 2021orenji Dec 13, 2020 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 20,955 Likes: 2 Replies: 202 -
120 mpg Prius Prime !
Prius Prime has been unveiled today. It can go 22 miles on a full charge before switching over to a gasoline engine and can drive at speeds up to 84 miles per hour without leaving EV mode. Ave 120mpg. Wow.Mark A. Cooper Mar 23, 2016 Prime Main Forum (2017-2022) Read More Views: 20,871 Likes: 1 Replies: 11 -
The Volt is no more
GM announced that they're killing off the volt.SteveMucc Nov 26, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 20,443 Likes: 1 Replies: 172 -
Toyota Won’t Make A Proper EV Because Dealers Say It Won’t Sell
Well, at least they're admitting it. And they're not entirely wrong since EV's are still just a small fraction of total vehicle sales around the world.
That said, I wonder what would've become of the Rav4 EV if they continued to improve it. Or at least offered a plug-in hybrid version.
Toyota Won't Make A Proper EV Because Dealers Say It Won't Sell
Ashlem Dec 7, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 20,410 Likes: 1 Replies: 282
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