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Insight III
Source: 2019 Honda Insight First Look | Edmunds
It looks as if Honda has learned from its mistakes and, in the process, may have created the perfect compact hybrid in the new 2019 Honda Insight, set to debut this week at the 2018 New York Auto Show. A typical sedan profile replaces the previous model's Prius-aping hatchback design, while the front end bears more than a passing resemblance to the Accord. The Honda Insight's interior design closely mimics that of other vehicles in its manufacturer's lineup. Looking like a cross between the cabins of the Civic and Accord, the Insight's interior goes for familiarity rather than the Prius' "look at me, I'm a hybrid!" plasticky mess of a dashboard.
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The new Insight is motivated by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine — paired to a motor-generator — that provides electricity to the battery pack and electric propulsion motor that...bwilson4web Apr 2, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 2,896 Likes: 1 Replies: 20 -
Tesla Catches on Fire After Collision (Speed possibly a factor)
There could be more reasons why the Tesla caught fire, than what we see in the media. I know the lithium ion pack, is located somewhat underneath or rear of the car. So, y would the hood appear as if it has being ripped through by a chain saw?
Here's the link:
Tesla in fatal California crash was on Autopilot - BBC News -
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: 22,691 Likes: 2 Replies: 54 -
Toyota unveiled prototype hybrid flexible-fuel vehicle - Gen 4 Body
"Toyota unveiled a prototype hybrid flexible-fuel vehicle (Hybrid FFV) during an event Toyota held São Paulo, Brazil. Stakeholders including the state government, universities, and the sugarcane association (the Sugarcane Industry Union: UNICA) attended the event. ..." More here:
Toyota unveiles flexible fuel hybrid prototype in Brazil - Green Car Congress
alanclarkeau Mar 27, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,912 Likes: 4 Replies: 0 -
Nissan To Offer Refab Batteries for Leaf
Starting in Japan first.
Nissan Introduces $2,850 Refabricated Batteries For Older LEAF -
Which is hated more: labor unions or EVs
Source: Hyundai union head fears GM-like crisis; says electric cars destroy jobs | Reuters
ULSAN, South Korea (Reuters) - Hyundai Motor’s (005380.KS) union chief warned its workers may face a similar crisis to the one hitting General Motors’ (GM.N) South Korean unit as sales in key markets slide, adding that electric cars were ‘evil’ and will destroy jobs.
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Longer term, Ha worries about the advent of electric cars, which when they go mainstream could wreak havoc on traditional auto jobs as they don’t require engines and transmissions.
Hyundai’s union has predicted a drastic shift into electric cars could lead to a loss of 70 percent of Hyundai jobs...bwilson4web Mar 26, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 2,380 Likes: 1 Replies: 24 -
Chevy Bolt best selling EV in California
Chevy Bolt EV Top Selling Electric Car In CA | GM Authority
Folks wonder why there are so many plug ins on dealer lots in California.
With generous credits to the manufacturers and higher demand than the rest of the country it’s no wonder.
Meanwhile while EVs are taking off in California,
here in Wisconsin the EV market is all but dead with single digit sales since October of last year.
Most all Wisconsin EVs are used imports from other states.
Ah well beggars can’t be choosersRmay635703 Mar 25, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,648 Likes: 0 Replies: 48 -
Help the beeping driving me insane
I have a 2010 Prius and I recently just got rear-ended the hatch no longer opens but the car doesn't recognize that it's closed so there is a beeping alerting me that one of my doors is open. Because the hatch is stuck shut I can't trick the switch in the locking mechanism to think that it's closed I can't seem to find anywhere online where the beeping speaker box is. I'm an Uber driver I intend on getting this fixed but until I get the money from the insurance I need to be able to work and the beeping is not only driving me insane but my ratings down and my clients insane as well. If anyone has any suggestions for how to turn the beeping off I would greatly appreciate it. -
BMW plug-in strategy
BMW is moving slow with its big offerings set for 3 1/2 years from now and 12 bevs and 13 phevs (some will be the same model with bev and phev options) due by end of 2015.
The ix3 is the next one up, which is a pure bev small SUV. Next up is the i4, which are detailed bellow.
BMW's Master Plan Includes Replacing Performance Cars With EVs
austingreen Mar 23, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 745 Likes: 1 Replies: 0 -
BMW cuts model range due to WTLP test
BMW cuts model range as new WLTP test looms | Motoring News | Honest John
A senior source at a UK leasing company told HonestJohn.co.uk he received an email from the manufacturer in February, which confirmed it had stopped production of a large amount of cars.
He described the full list of models as “huge” but specifically named the following: all plug-in hybrids except the 5 Series, the 520d Efficient Dynamics, the M3 and certain versions of the X1, X5 and X6.
“With the introduction of the new Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure, BMW is taking proactive steps to bring its product portfolio in line with global regulations,” said the email.
The WLTP test will become mandatory for all new cars from September 2018...telmo744 Mar 21, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,434 Likes: 3 Replies: 7 -
New VW Engine
I like engines and this one has a clever twist: Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems
Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. Currently applied in the new Golf and Golf Variant (earlier post), the 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion delivers 96 kW / 130 PS with combined fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100 km (49 mpg US). The NEDC extra-urban figure drops as low as 4.0 l/100 km/h (59 mpg US).
The 1.5-liter engine...bwilson4web Mar 19, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,861 Likes: 1 Replies: 15 -
Nissan Leaf vs Chevy Bolt battery management system
Interesting look and comparison of the 2018 Nissan Leaf's air-based thermal management system with the Chevy Bolt's liquid version.
This will no doubt be a question many future prospective EV owners will have in mind, as a battery that loses too much of its capacity in a short period of time will make them much less desirable.
Interestingly I heard that the longer ranged 60 kWh Leaf due out in 2019 is supposed to have a liquid heating/cooling system. Will make for an interesting study when those come out, and 2018 owners are stuck with an inferior system.
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Audi A3 e-tron v BMW i3 v Citroen C4 Cactus v Toyota Prius: Economy comparison
I am a fan of head-to-head comparison test drives. From April 2016, these articles still ring true.
Source: Audi A3 e-tron v BMW i3 v Citroen C4 Cactus v Toyota Prius: Economy comparison test part one
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It [Gen-4 Prius rjw] uses only 3.4L/100km, which is 15 per cent less than it did in the previous-generation model. Despite the fact it has essentially carried over the same 1.8-litre petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain, it has seen big efficiency improvements to its thermal efficiency, and you can now drive at speeds up to 110km/h (previously 70km/h).
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Source: Audi A3 e-tron v BMW i3 v Citroen C4 Cactus v Toyota Prius: Economy comparison test part two...bwilson4web Mar 18, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,790 Likes: 0 Replies: 5 -
BMW Really Likes Tesla
Source: http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2018/03/the-simple-reason-why-bmw-really-likes-tesla.html
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“At Tesla and BMW i, we share the same attitude that new technology needs to be emotionally desirable otherwise it will never work,” said Wieland Brúch, media relations manager of BMW i and electric mobility. “I think they did a wonderful job in terms of emotionalizing e-mobility because as long as e-mobility means just getting emissions-free driving from A to B, that’s not sufficient to make it a success.”
Prior to Tesla, electric cars were boring and only “the treehuggers” were buying them, Brúch said, but that approach wasn’t going to make EVs mainstream and truly successful. “They are doing a very good job to help e-mobility become more widespread,” he said. “We think Tesla is very helpful in pushing e-mobility and we are welcoming everyone member of the...bwilson4web Mar 15, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 1,020 Likes: 3 Replies: 4 -
Porsche to add 250 miles EV range in 20 minutes
PORSCHE’S TESLA-FIGHTING ELECTRIC SPORTS CAR GETS ITS OWN SUPERCHARGER NETWORK
Porsche’s Electric Mission E Gets Its Own Superchargers | WIRED
Highlights:
The rule holds for the automaker's upcoming Mission E, the all-electric sedan aiming to replace the Tesla Model S in the driveways of the rich and environmentally conscious, starting in 2019 or 2020. The four-door five-seater will bolt from zero to 60 in 3.5 seconds, and go 310 miles on a charge.
To keep the confidence flowing, Porsche will give Mission E drivers an extra perk: the ability to add 250 miles of range to their battery in 20 minutes, at a new network of charging stations.
"It’s different because it’s a Porsche."
“One of our priorities will be to equip our 189 dealerships with 800-volt DC...Roy2001 Mar 15, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,508 Likes: 0 Replies: 45 -
Dashboard Summary February 2018
Thanks to Jeff Cobb's team at: http://www.hybridcars.com/february-2018-dashboard/
model 02/15/18 01/15/18 12/15/17 11/15/17 1 Fusion Hybrid 5059 2519 4169 3541 2 Prius Liftback 3889 4011 5401 4787 3 RAV4 3657 3502 4846 4349 4 Transit Diesel 3383 2629 4333 3798 5 Model 3 2600 1900 1050 350 6 Prius Prime 2050 1496 2420 1834 7 Ram Pickup Diesel 1917 1517 2147 1417 8 Niro Hybrid 1826 1630 2397 2235 9 Camry Hybrid 1557 1621 2913 2703 10 Bolt EV 1424 1177 3227 2987 11 Model S 1100 900 4800 1400 12 Highlander Hybrid 1094 976 1606 1393 13 Volt 983 713 1937 1702 14 Ioniq Hybrid 975 902 829 939 15 Model X 900 700 3400 1800 16 Leaf 895 150 102 175 17 Clarity Plug In 881 594 898 18 Fusion Energi 794 640 875 731 19 Prius C 716 811 954 854 20 C-Max Hybrid 709 709 980 939 21 RX 400 / 450 h 668 583 967 753 22 Colorado Diesel 624 554 557 594 23 i3 623 382 672 283 24 X5 596 261 832 929 25 Lacrosse Hybrid 567 454 55 300 26 NX Hybrid 518 458 731 431 27 Avalon Hybrid 513 477 446 329 28 Prius... bwilson4web Mar 14, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 2,035 Likes: 0 Replies: 12 -
EPA Chief Pruitt pushes back CARB
http://www.hybridcars.com/epa-chief-pruitt-pushes-back-carb/
Stole this article from HybridCars.com. Discusses the 2025 CAFE standards and clarifies that April-1 is the deadline for EPA to make any mid-course changes, with some softening expected.
Pruitt seems to be suggesting the drop in new car sales is due to a trend to buy used cars, presumably implying new cars are getting too expensive due to CAFE. Did I get this correct? Are used car sales up?wjtracy Mar 14, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 3,081 Likes: 1 Replies: 36 -
Clean Technica Chats With Fully Charged
I would imagine that most of you have heard of one or the other.
CleanTechnica Chats With The Fully Charged Dudes (Video) | CleanTechnica -
Ads on the infotainment screen
Oh joy:
Telenav Creates In-Car Infotainment Advertising for OEMs | News | Car and Driver | Car and Driver Blog
Telenav Offering In-Car Ad Platform for OEMs - The Connected Car
CES 2018: Expect Annoying Ads in Your New Car, Very Soon
Our 2010 Touring has NO infotainment screen, but see very few if any new cars thus.Mendel Leisk Mar 12, 2018 Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News Read More Views: 5,719 Likes: 2 Replies: 54 -
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