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General Motors and LG Chem have formed a joint venture to create batteries for EVs. They are calling it Ultium. The factory will be in Lordstown, OH. It’s expected to employ more than 1,000 people. This could be a really big thing. Here’s hoping. Toyota introduced two new hybrids to their fleet: Venza and Sienna. […]

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You know him from Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me or maybe “We’ll leave the light on for you.” but we know Mr. Tom Bodett as a green energy advocate who walks the walk. His self-installed 37kW solar array, advanced heating pump system and his new Tesla Model Y all speak of someone who cares. Spend […]

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2012 Prius II has a body part rattle at 65+ mph at the front of the car. Sounds like a body part is flapping in the wind. Started this year. Never had this since new.

I have a question about Prius 2010, because I had replaced my old battery pack by a battery pack with all modules tested and proven at a good capacity. but after switching the new battery pack doesn't last for long as the previous on. Only one month it can last and the check Hybrid System pop up. Is it because of Car system or it because of the battery itself ? Could any body help explain me about this issue ?

In the headlines today, some discussion of lithium battery developments.
As always, we should be careful because inventing new things that are better is not easy.
Makes sense to me Tesla planning trying these in China first...probably easier to get approvals etc.

Exclusive: Tesla's secret batteries aim to rework the math for electric cars and the grid - Reuters

I'm won't be unhappy if this is moved to another thread because I can't figure out where it belongs. There are more than one Toyota hybrid addressed. Ok, call it car 'eye candy:'


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I assume it'll be the Sienna and Venza...

Thoughts?


It's possible both will be based on the HiHy's powertrain - 2.5 litre HSD setup. The question is whether a 3.5 litre HSD setup will continue. The reason is that there's still the RXh and will Toyota put a 4-cylinder in a Lexus product or will they continue with the 3.5 litre HSD to differentiate it from the HiHy?

If so, does that mean there'll be multiple versions of the Sienna and Venza? a 4 and 6 cylinder hybrid?

Do you older readers remember the Mobil Economy runs.

I was taking a trip down memory lane and I went to an AMC website and they were referring to the Mobil Economy Runs. I copied this:

"In the 1964 run, a 6-cylinder Rambler American 440 sedan averaged 27.8336 miles per US gallon (8.4507 L/100 km; 33.4268 mpg‑imp); once again, the best of all the cars that year" This was a 2000 mile cross country event.

I bought a used 67 Rambler American 220 from my dad when I got out of the service in 1970. It was a 199 cubic inch six with three speed on the column, bench seat, no air, manual windows, steering and brakes. If I recall, it was one of the last with vacuum windshield wipers. When I mustered out, I drove it from Ft Dix, NJ to Columbus, Oh and it averaged about 25 mpg. It was a true economy car for the times.

Fast forward a lot of years and our 08 Odyssey gets that kind of highway mileage from a much bigger vehicle with safety additions, better handling, brakes, ride, quieter,...

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Lexus UX 300e Comes With 10-Year/1 Million Kilometer Battery Warranty


That's over 620,000 miles and it includes battery degradation.

Paul talks about the ground-level pollution created by gasoline powered lawn equipment. It’s better for you and the environment if you swapped them out for something with a plug or battery. Tony discusses that Lincoln has cancelled their anticipated partnership with Rivian to produce a luxury SUV EV. We would like to think that this […]

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Toyota hybrids reach milestone: 15 million sold | Autoblog

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Mark celebrates his 3rd Voltiversary and tells us how reliable and amazingly efficient his 2017 Chevy Volt has been. Chicago recently voted to implement more stringent regulations requiring new construction to be ready for EV charging. With ridership down and reduced routes, how will the US mass transit system rebound once/if the pandemic is over? […]

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A fantastic special show. We spend ninety minutes dissecting the Tesla earnings call with Kacey Green, Patrick Connor, Matthew Klippenstein and special guest Montana Skeptic. Details and arguments abound. It’s a contentious but very fascinating look at the most talked about car company on the planet.

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Looks like Toyota is planning to release a 20th anniversary edition of the Prius in 2021. I can't wait to see it, and hope it has better styling than either the 1st or 4th generation Prius.

2021 Toyota Prius To Offer 20th Anniversary Edition - CarsDirect

2021 Toyota Prius Getting 20th Anniversary Edition: Report