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Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by Tideland Prius, Apr 9, 2016.

  1. Tideland Prius

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    He mentions that there are steel rims under the plastic wheel covers, natural enough assumption.
     
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    Yup. Can't think of another vehicle with plastic wheel covers over alloys.
     
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    interesting article, thanks. i know nothing about transportation in the use, should be interesting to follow.
     
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    "Unlike many hybrid vehicles, the Prius isn’t a “plug-in" that needs a recharge before venturing onto the streets."

    So a PIP needs a recharge before it can be driven? <sigh>

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    He could be talking about the Volt or an electric car. I think this is the first Prius on sale there.
     
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