Editorial: Analyzing President Bush's short speech on electric cars and cellulosic ethanol

"First, the President viewed a Toyota Prius which had been converted to plug-in capability. This was accomplished with the help of an extended battery pack with the necessary electronics and hardware to plug into an outlet. The presenter mentions that the vehicle returns about 45 mpg in hybrid mode and can run solely off electricity for about 40 miles. As pointed out in the video, 78 percent of the population could use this car for their commute running solely on electric power. President Bush said, "So, this is becoming a reality." The presenter answered, "It IS a reality, we drove this car here."

"No mention was made of hydrogen (sigh of relief)."

http://www.autobloggreen.com/2007/02/25/ed...-on-electric-c/