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5th Gen Prius
This recent 4 min video indicates 5th generation Prius with either traditional hybrid and/or hydrogen. I'm unable to tell from listening around the 1 min mark several times. Also, I'm not sure this will be for the USA/Canada market.Marine Ray Apr 30, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 10,141 Likes: 1 Replies: 53 -
Wolfspeed Opens the World’s Largest and only 200 mm Silicon Carbide Wafer Fabrication in the US.
Wolfspeed opens world’s largest 200mm Silicon Carbide fab - Green Car Congress
They even had a Lucid EV be the ribbon cutter. So not all is bad news on chip front.
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Canada updates iZEV federal incentive
As part of the new federal budget, Canada has extended/adjusted the federal Incentive for Zero Emissions Vehicles. The amount have not changed ($5,000 for EVs, and $2,500 for PHEV with lesser EV capability), however the rules of how they qualify have changed a bit.
In summary, now they will measure based on All Electric Range (>50km) rather than battery size (>15kWh) as it was previously, to determine whether the vehicle is entitled to the full or partial incentive. As a result, this upgraded the incentive for a couple existing PHEV SUVs. As always, provincial incentives layer on top of this, if available.
https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/list-eligible-vehicles-under-izev-program
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Tideland Prius Apr 14, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,521 Likes: 1 Replies: 7
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Risky high-speed charger
Slow down little fella!
Sure looks like it zorched a few fuses anyway.Leadfoot J. McCoalroller Apr 14, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,214 Likes: 1 Replies: 5 -
Designed For a Sustainable Future: The All-New 2023 Kia Niro Debuts
- Sustainable mobility accessible for everyone: Second-generation Niro CUV debuts in hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and all-electric (EV) variants, further advancing Kia’s Plan S electrification initiative
- Hints of HabaNiro: All-new exterior and interior styling incorporates cues from HabaNiro concept and the “Opposites United” design philosophy
- Stronger, lighter, more powerful: Niro models are larger in every dimension, including class-leading passenger and cargo volume1
- Innovative interior features and sustainable materials
- Niro HEV targets best-in-class 53 MPG2
- Targeted 253 miles of AER and quicker charging for Niro EV: Improved, 253-mile AER, qualifies for $7,500 federal tax credit, can replenish 10-80% in under 45 minutes3
- On sale in all 50 states: 2023 Niro models will be available for purchase at any Kia retailer, from fall 2022
Tideland Prius Apr 13, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,765 Likes: 0 Replies: 30 -
Emergency e15 authorization on its way
I have been exposed to select an ethanol stations since 2001ish and am surprised e15 is considered illegal in some parts of the country
Biden: EPA to issue emergency waiver allowing summer E15 sales | EthanolProducer.com
Biden is pushing to authorize nationwide, this measure (in the past) was strongly supported by grain belt conservatives, let’s see if they forget about that.
I save 30-60 cents a gallon on e15 vrs local e10 at specific gas stations 12 miles north, if I time my fueling with my occasional trips there it actually saves some $$$$Rmay635703 Apr 12, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 10,742 Likes: 0 Replies: 98 -
EV Cumulative Sales and EV Registrations diverge further
While trying to figure out what happened to all the Chevy Bolts disappearing from the countries roads in the last couple of years I stumbled across something interesting
States' registration plans could accelerate electric vehicle adoption - ABC News
https://afdc.energy.gov/files/u/data/data_source/10962/10962-ev-registration-counts-by-state_6-11-21.xlsx
EV Sales Forecasts – EVAdoption
It appears over 2 million EVs have sold in the US but only about 1 million are registered on the road.
A well known gaffe was Nissans effort to export most 2011 and 2012 Leafs, (allegedly due to poorly performing batteries) history seems to be...Rmay635703 Apr 11, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,495 Likes: 0 Replies: 33 -
Tideland Prius Apr 8, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 14,709 Likes: 1 Replies: 134
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Hi Mileage Manufacturers Score a Win
US Regulators Hike Penalties for Automakers Missing Fuel Efficiency Targets | Auto Futures
Sloppy efficiency manufacturers best keep looking over their shoulder - the NTSA is coming for you.
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3 States Drop Gas Tax as Prices Soar
These States Have Suspended State Gas Tax – Forbes Advisor
Can't wait to see the size of potholes and their impact on ever larger rims with skinny tires. Plus? Since most people are driving pickups, SUVs, & other tall wind resistant vehicles - will RVs and the like really get that much of a benefit? Maybe the extra cash saved can be used for tire flat repairs? It's likely to help independent interstate truckers though.
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What is 25.7 MPG?
Sometimes we need to wake up and smell the fumes. Our Prius easily double the fleet 25.7 MPG up to 52-56 MPG. With the now available PHEV and BEV, we can double our MPGe again.
Source_1: FOTW# 1177, March 15, 2021: Preliminary Data Show Average Fuel Economy of New Light-Duty Vehicles Reached a Record High of 25.7 MPG in 2020 | Department of Energy
Preliminary data for EPA’s 2020 Automotive Trends Report shows average fuel economy for model year 2020 light-duty vehicles increased to 25.7 miles per gallon (MPG). . . .
Source: EPA Report: U.S. Cars Achieve Record High Fuel Economy and Low Emission Levels as Companies Fully Comply with Standards | US EPA
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Tideland Prius Mar 15, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 7,015 Likes: 5 Replies: 49
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Tideland Prius Mar 15, 2022 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,511 Likes: 2 Replies: 18
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EV battery charger
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Engine with approx. 100K - increased my Miles per gallon by 13% on
Using Sea Foam increased my mpg by 13% from 42.5 approximately to 48. I just used the pre-oil change procedure on the can. For the full story go to Increasing the MPG and the Life of a Gasoline Car with fewer major expenses.
Also if you have a major oil burn problem there is a more direct approach of applying 100% Sea Foam directly to the rings. This method this is detailed here:
Burning oil problems due to dirty piston rings (oil & compression) and prevent catalytic converter problems and keep the oil cleaner for a longer engine life
This method works VERY WELL BUT YOU DO HAVE TO CLEAN OUT THE SPARK PLUG ACCESSES PORTS FIRST OR YOU WILL GET DIRT IN THE ENGINE.
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Hybrid battery capacity of the Saturn Vue Greenline?
I've come into possession of (2) Saturn Vue 36v Hybrid batteries (2007 and 2009) that were included in a pallet of HV batteries I recently purchased.
Been searching online trying to find the capacity of these batteries, with no luck. Anyone have any information?
Each battery has (3) 12 volt cartridges that would be similar to 2 prius modules mounted in a metal case. Except each of these modules are 6 volts, about twice the thickness of a Prius module, and cannot be separated from each other due to the metal cartridge being spot welded. Discharging to 9.4 volts and end of charge (11,000 mah) is around 14.5 volts.
I've been discharging/charging at increasing levels all week. Being conservative since I don't know their specs. but using a 1.5 amp discharge limit (actually about 0.7amps due to 10w limit) and a 2 amp charge limit. Started at 6000 mah maximum and now I'm at 11,000. It looks like the modules aren't even blinking at 11k charge. The last one I checked had a 10696...
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