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74 messages, Last post on Mar 11, 2008 at 12:31 PM
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Replying to: shalwechat (Feb 28, 2007 11:10 am) I do not think they have overcome the problems inherent in Li-Ion batteries to the point they will be used by Toyota to build a PHEV. That 100 MPG Prius was a gimmick car sent to Great Britain to get those folks interested in hybrids. It is not an easy sell where there are many choices of fuel efficient cars. This is discussion of PHEV so I will add this from your link. Q: Is this the kind of battery that would be used if a plug-in hybrid system is developed? GS: A system like that might use nickel-metal hydride or lithium ion batteries. Plug-in systems need significantly more capacity than currently exists in the batteries in our hybrids. Toyota is exploring the possibilities for plug-in hybrids, but has made no determination about them. Q: What about the third-party suppliers who are converting Prius and some other hybrids to plug-in use? GS: Toyota's current hybrids are not designed for larger traction batteries, and the company discourages these modifications, which void the vehicle's warranty. The conversions that I'm aware of are very costly, add significant weight to the vehicle, and have not gone through the rigors of full engineering evaluation such as brake balance, crash testing and durability. |
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Replying to: timinalaska (Jun 27, 2006 1:03 pm)  ##$#$#$#%$%%$^%^%^ tires. I'm done. while the warranty runs out.
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Replying to: urbandude42 (Feb 28, 2007 8:44 pm) |
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Replying to: urbandude42 (Feb 28, 2007 8:44 pm) 52K and have a total of 56K now on the Prius. Problems with the car ...other than 2 recalls 1) for gas tank modification) 2) Recalibrating computer, I have had only one problem with the car. Replacement of a burned-out headlight bulb that's next to impossible to do yourself. I finally took it to the dealer & let them struggle with it (20 minutes) no charge. I suppose not everyone can see the Prius as the miracle car but danged if it isn't close to it in my oppinion. One surprise I find amazing about my Prius....I'm still on the original brake pads 56K. Never had any other car go that long B/4. 
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 01, 2007 6:21 am) I should point out that you need to wait until 2009 to reach the same age. Also, the items he listed as failed do not come under the extended emissions warranty, so the owner pays.
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 01, 2007 12:52 pm) 
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 01, 2007 2:18 pm) Please report back in 2009...
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 02, 2007 11:42 am) 
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 02, 2007 12:11 pm) Because the items he mentioned are not part of the "hybrid warranty", and have a 3 year / 36K (or possibly 50K) warranty. |
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 05, 2007 1:28 pm)
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