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Toyota to roll out Vitz-based hybrid, possibly by Dec 2011

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by SanZan, Jul 15, 2010.

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  1. ItsNotAboutTheMoney

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    As others have pointed out the performance gain is minimal for an HEV. Note that the PHEVrius will use lithium for the P bank.

    I'm sure they'll switch once lithium costs come down and reliability is proven but there's no rush given the huge lead they have.
     
    #21 ItsNotAboutTheMoney, Jul 16, 2010
  2. Tideland Prius

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    Probably...
     
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  3. TonyPSchaefer

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    It's possible. The plug-in Prius has no spare but rather some tire repair goo and an air compressor. This is evidence that Toyota's not married to lugging around a spare tire.
     

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