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Battery pack upgrade for Prius claims 150MPG

October 20th, 2007 | Prius, MPG, Electric, mod


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Being shown at the Clean Vehicle Technology Expo in Ontario, California is Hymotion’s modified Prius that can hit up to 150MPG in city areas. By adding a 175 pound battery pack to the trunk of a Prius — which fits conveniently under the floor panel — and charging overnight using a regular power plug, owners will be able to drive for up to 50 miles on battery power alone: that’s well over the average motorist’s daily journey. It’ll cost $9,500 including installation, but according to one of the staff at the show, half of that could be covered by rebates as part of a new electric cars bill soon to be before Congress. Onwards we go, tip toeing towards a petrol-free future.
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