Toyota's Bid for a Better Battery

For those interested in this story, here is where the rumour of the 9-mile EV range came from:

http://business.guardian.co.uk/story/0,,1743417,00.html

(This was an interview with Toyota's hybrid programme director, Shinichi Abe).

The relevant part is where he says: "Toyota is working on plans for "plug-ins" for the battery from the grid at fuel stations, with future hybrids carrying a traditional power-point for domestic appliances to be used outside the home. Mr Abe said the next Prius model will be able to do a nine-mile commute to work without using any petrol or diesel."

 

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Toyota receive no government subsidies here in Japan, although the Japanese government is now subsidizing buyers with a $2000 cashback for people who buy any new generation hybrid car (Jan to March 2007). We took this opportunity and our 2007 Touring Barcelona Red is coming tomorrow!! Can't wait!!