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What Drives Us - Podcast Episode #3

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by Danny, Feb 4, 2010.

  1. Danny

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    This week's episode of "What Drives Us" is up a day early since we talked about some timely events. For those of you who are new to the podcast, "What Drives Us" is a podcast about alternative fuel and future technology modes of transportation. While focusing on the Prius, we do discuss other topics including this week's big discussion on Tesla. This week Russell and I were joined by Evan Fusco (efusco as he's known on PriusChat). Thanks to Evan for taking the time out to join us! Hosts: Danny Cooper & Russell Frost Guest: Evan Fusco Episode #: 3 Time: 1:15:34 Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes Direct M4A Download Direct MP3 Download Topics include:
    • Toyota Recall
    • Steve Wozniak Can't Cruise
    • Lightning Round
      • Honda CR-Z First Impressions
      • Toyota MR2 Spyder Hybrid
      • Toyota locking up lithium supplies
    • Tesla
    Leave us a voicemail with your question or topic and we'll try to get you on the air. Just call (575) 51-DRIVE.
     
    #1 Danny, Feb 4, 2010
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    Great podcast guys!

    I specifically appreciated Efusco's description of the braking problem. How it's the result of an unexpected transition from regen braking to traditional friction breaks. I didn't really "get" that before. Probably because I drive on flat surfaces mostly and haven't personally experienced it.

    What is Toyota thinking having the same company that manufactured the defective parts make the new ones!!!??? :eek:

    *thumbs up for the podcast Danny*
    I learn a lot more listening than reading.
     
    #2 octavia, Feb 5, 2010
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    I would have to say - without even listening to it yet - that this is by far the best one yet.
     
    #3 TonyPSchaefer, Feb 5, 2010
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    The podcast doesn't have you, so it's got that going for it. ;)
     
    #4 Danny, Feb 5, 2010
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    I'll have to agree with Danny. :D
     
    #5 TheForce, Feb 5, 2010
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    Not even. Don't go getting your superhero hose in a wad Tony. I'm working backwards and am just now listening to the FABULOUS
    predecessors. ;)
     
    #6 octavia, Feb 5, 2010
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