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A [[WikiPedia:Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle|W:'''P'''lug-in '''H'''ybrid '''E'''lectric '''V'''ehicle]] (PHEV) or gas-electric ''hybrid fueled'' vehicle is a [[hybrid]] which has additional battery capacity and the ability to be recharged from an external electrical outlet.  In addition, modifications to the vehicle's control software may be required.  The vehicle can be used for short trips of moderate speed without needing the [[WikiPedia:Internal combustion engine|W:internal combustion engine]] (ICE) component of the vehicle, thereby saving fuel costs.  In this mode of operation the vehicle operates as a pure [[WikiPedia:Battery electric vehicle|W:battery electric vehicle]] (BEV) with a weight penalty (the ICE).  The long range and additional power of the ICE power train is available when needed.
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A [[WikiPedia:Plug-in hybrid|W:'''P'''lug-in '''H'''ybrid '''E'''lectric '''V'''ehicle]] (PHEV) or gas-electric ''hybrid fueled'' vehicle is a [[hybrid]] which has additional battery capacity and the ability to be recharged from an external electrical outlet.  In addition, modifications to the vehicle's control software may be required.  The vehicle can be used for short trips of moderate speed without needing the [[WikiPedia:Internal combustion engine|W:internal combustion engine]] (ICE) component of the vehicle, thereby saving fuel costs.  In this mode of operation the vehicle operates as a pure [[WikiPedia:Battery electric vehicle|W:battery electric vehicle]] (BEV) with a weight penalty (the ICE).  The long range and additional power of the ICE power train is available when needed.
  
PHEVs are commonly called "grid-connected hybrids," "gas-optional hybrids" (GO-HEVs), "full hybrids," and are sometimes called PHEV-30 for instance, to denote a hybrid with a 30-mile (50 km) electric range.  Compared to a HEV-0 (a non-plug-in hybrid), or BEV/PHEV-300 in the case of the 300 mile [[SEVA:tzero|tzero]] EV with its gas fueled range extending trailer.  While, Ford, GM, and Toyota have all used the term "Full Hybrid Technology" to describe configurations that allow electric-only operation at low speeds they can not plug in.  Two other PHEV names used by a major U.S. automotive supplier and in a 1999 SAE paper are '''"energy hybrids"''' and '''"true hybrids"'''.  PHEVs can also operate in a [[mixed-mode]] where both gas and external electricity are used simultaneously to increase gas mileage for a particular range, usually double that of its electric-only range.  Connected vehicles also makes possible [[WikiPedia:Vehicle to Grid|W:Vehicle to Grid]] applications which could provide many advantages to grid operators.
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PHEVs are commonly called "grid-connected hybrids," "gas-optional hybrids" (GO-HEVs), "full hybrids," and are sometimes called PHEV-30 for instance, to denote a hybrid with a 30-mile (50 km) electric range.  Compared to a HEV-0 (a non-plug-in hybrid), or BEV/PHEV-300 in the case of the 300 mile [[SEVA:tzero|tzero]] EV with its gasoline-fueled range extending trailer.  While Ford, GM, and Toyota have all used the term "Full Hybrid Technology" to describe configurations that allow electric-only operation at low speeds, they can not plug in to recharge the battery.  Two other PHEV names used by a major U.S. automotive supplier and in a 1999 SAE paper are '''"energy hybrids"''' and '''"true hybrids"'''.  PHEVs can also operate in a [[blended mode]] where both gasoline and external electricity are used simultaneously to increase gasoline mileage for a particular range, usually double that of its electric-only range.  Connected vehicles also make possible [[Vehicle-to-grid]] applications which could provide many advantages to both grid operators and vehicle owners.
  
{{PHEV Consumer Options}}
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==PHEVLERs==
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The [[PHEVLER]] is defined as a PHEV with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. The average daily driving distance in the USA is 30 - 35 miles, so the 2016 Chevrolet Volt with an electric range of 53 miles is the first commercial car to (almost) qualify as a PHEVLER.
  
 
==Prius PHEVs==
 
==Prius PHEVs==
{{Prius PHEV Options}}
 
  
There have been a number of successful Prius conversions.  Ron of [http://calcars.org CalCars] has a [[SEVA:PbA|PbA]] conversion named [[PriusPlus]] and [[EDrive]] is expected to use [[SEVA:Li#Valence|Valance]] Li-ion batteries in conversions for consumers.  Both are based on the 2004 or newer ''(Gen2)'' [[Toyota Prius]] and are now capable of charging from the grid using standard 120vac outlets.  They can operate as pure EV's at speeds up to 34mph for the range of their larger batteries, which is about 10 miles for PbA and 30 miles with Li-ion batteries.  They also delivering vastly improved mileage at higher speeds in an EV-Heavy type of [[Mixed-mode]] which delivers roughly twice the gas mileage during trips of twice their electric ranges ''(20 and 60 miles)''.  Of course one should also consider the electric power required to recharge in these 100+ mpg situations (<$1 per gallon equivalent).  During extended drives they operate just as a normal Prius and deliver their usual mileage.
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There have been a number of successful Prius conversions.  Ron of [http://calcars.org CalCars] has a [[SEVA:PbA|PbA]] conversion named [[PriusPlus]] and [[EDrive]] is expected to use [[SEVA:Li#Valence_-_Unique|Valence]] Li-ion batteries in conversions for consumers.  Both are based on the 2004 or newer ''(Gen2)'' [[Toyota Prius]] and are now capable of charging from the grid using standard 120V AC outlets.  They can operate as pure EV's at speeds up to 34 mph for the range of their larger batteries, which is about 10 miles for PbA and 30 miles with Li-ion batteries.  They are also delivering vastly improved mileage at higher speeds in an EV-Heavy type of [[blended mode]] which delivers roughly twice the gasoline mileage during trips of twice their electric ranges ''(20 and 60 miles)''.  Of course one should also consider the electric power required to recharge in these 100+ mpg situations (<$1 per gallon equivalent).  During extended drives they operate just as a normal Prius and deliver their usual mileage.  A purpose build PHEV would most likely be freeway capable in an electric only mode just like [[SEVA:Electric vehicle]]s are. [[Enginer]]'s affordable and universal plugin conversion kits can be easily retrofit into Gen 1, 2 and 3 Prius as well as other hybrids (tested on Honda Insight Gen 1, Gen2, Ford Escape Hybrid, Toyata Camry Hybrid, Lexus RX400H, Lexus LS250H).
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==Fleet Vehicles==
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[[Electric Fleet Vehicles]]. PHEV & BEV trucks, buses and cars are being used as commercial and government fleet vehicles.
  
 
==Other Vehicles==
 
==Other Vehicles==
* [[Insight PHEV]] ideas
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* [[Insight PHEV]] utilizing [[MIMA]] to operate in a high''er'' mileage [[Mixed-mode]].
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** [http://www.insightcentral.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3996 Grid Charging] discussion at InsightCentral.net
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*** Mike Dabrowski demonstrated the change from a peak of 84 mpg and averages of 65-75 mpg to [http://99mpg.com/TheBestHybridmix/onehourofelectricp 107.6 mpg]!
 
* [[SEVA:tzero]] and it's [[WikiPedia:Genset trailer|W:genset trailer]]
 
* [[SEVA:tzero]] and it's [[WikiPedia:Genset trailer|W:genset trailer]]
 
* [[BEV]]s with [[WikiPedia:Pusher trailer|W:Pusher trailers]]
 
* [[BEV]]s with [[WikiPedia:Pusher trailer|W:Pusher trailers]]
  
 
Production
 
Production
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* 2011.01.09 - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1wm3jQ93Cc&list=PLtzFKlZIKvzY6fyAgs-3QZ7NMtoV26lyk&index=1 Chevrolet Volt Reviewed by the Father of the Plug-In Hybrid] - [[Dr. Andy Frank]]
 
* [[DaimlerChrysler Sprinter Van]]
 
* [[DaimlerChrysler Sprinter Van]]
 
* [[WikiPedia:Renault Kangoo|W:Renault Kangoo]]
 
* [[WikiPedia:Renault Kangoo|W:Renault Kangoo]]
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Prototypes
 
Prototypes
* 2006.03.30 - [http://www.evworld.com/view.cfm?section=communique&newsid=11505 Saab Rolls Out Bioethanol Hybrid With Electric-Only Capability]
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* [[SEVA:Chevy Volt]] The new EV from GM will be a Series Hybrid...
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* 2007.07.25 - [http://www.hybridschoolbus.org Plug-in Hybrid Electric School Bus Project]
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* 2007.02.01 - [[Volvo C30 PHEV]]
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* 2006.09.08 - [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/2677 New plug-in hybrid from MES-DEA] Based on its electric Fiat Panda with ZEBRA battery, [http://www.e-mobile.ch/pdf/2006/EcoCar_Newsletter_08-06_F.pdf], [http://www.e-mobile.ch/index.php?pid=de,2,21]
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* 2006.08.31 - [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/2663 Mini Cooper Converted to PHEV by British]
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** [http://www.mobilemag.com/content/100/354/C9337/ Mini Cooper turned into 80mpg hybrid]
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** [http://www.pmlflightlink.com/archive/news_mini.html MINI QED - A demonstration vehicle to showcase the best electric drive system in the world!]
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* 2006.03.30 - [[Saab 9-3 PHEV]]  
 
* 2006.03.16 - [http://www.evworld.com/blogs/index.cfm?page=blogentry&authorid=12&blogid=221&archive=0 BMW Mini Cooper Plug-In-Hybrid]
 
* 2006.03.16 - [http://www.evworld.com/blogs/index.cfm?page=blogentry&authorid=12&blogid=221&archive=0 BMW Mini Cooper Plug-In-Hybrid]
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* http://www.flytheroad.com/
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* http://www.afstrinity.com/extr.html
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* http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/
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* http://www.lionev.com/
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* http://www.re-involt.com
  
 
==See also==
 
==See also==
 
* [[Dr. Andrew Frank]]
 
* [[Dr. Andrew Frank]]
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** [http://www.its.ucdavis.edu Institute of Transportation Studies at UC Davis]
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** 2007.09.12-13 - University of California, Berkeley - [http://meeting-minds.org The Meeting of the Minds Conference]
 
* [[:Image:Pluginpartnerslogo.gif|PlugInPartners]]
 
* [[:Image:Pluginpartnerslogo.gif|PlugInPartners]]
 
* http://www.hybridconsortium.org/
 
* http://www.hybridconsortium.org/
 
** [http://hybridconsortium.org/news/video/index.html Will consumers plug in?] Consumer Response Video
 
** [http://hybridconsortium.org/news/video/index.html Will consumers plug in?] Consumer Response Video
 
** [http://www.hybridconsortium.org/news/artciles/ev-world-phev1.html Interview with members of the new Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Consortium.]
 
** [http://www.hybridconsortium.org/news/artciles/ev-world-phev1.html Interview with members of the new Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Consortium.]
* The [[SEVA:tzero]] is an all electric vehicle sports ev with 300 miles of range.  Though it can also function as a PHEV at about 30mpg on gas utilizing it's gas powered range extending trailer.  In which case it becomes a PHEV-300 with unlimited gas range.
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* The [[SEVA:tzero]] is an all electric vehicle sports EV with 300 miles of range, although it can also function as a PHEV at about 30mpg on gas utilizing it's gasoline-fueled range-extending trailer.  In this mode, it becomes a PHEV-300 with unlimited gasoline range.
 
* Hybrid Truck Project
 
* Hybrid Truck Project
**An interesting projects to convert an existing Hybrid commuter bus into a PHEV Recreational Vehicle.
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**An interesting project to convert an existing Hybrid commuter bus into a PHEV Recreational Vehicle.
 
** http://www.maxmpg.org/
 
** http://www.maxmpg.org/
 
** http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ev-list-archive/message/44593
 
** http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ev-list-archive/message/44593
 
** http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ev-list-archive/message/43572
 
** http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ev-list-archive/message/43572
 
*Prof Jim Burns
 
*Prof Jim Burns
** SDSU L3 Prof Jim Burns- Diesel Plugin Hybrid
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** SDSU L3 Prof Jim Burns - Diesel Plugin Hybrid
*** http://www.greencarcongress.com/2004/05/biodiesel_hybri.html<br>''This doesn't look like it pluggs in?''
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* 2007.09 - epri-reports.org - [http://www.epri-reports.org Environmental Assessment of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles.]
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*** http://www.greencarcongress.com/2004/05/biodiesel_hybri.html<br>''This doesn't look like it plugs in?''
 
* http://www.epri.com/attachments/285860_1007115Print_081902.pdf
 
* http://www.epri.com/attachments/285860_1007115Print_081902.pdf
 
* http://www.missouri.edu/~suppesg/Hydrogen.htm
 
* http://www.missouri.edu/~suppesg/Hydrogen.htm
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* http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/04/24/MNGDTCEA8H1.DTL
 
* http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/04/24/MNGDTCEA8H1.DTL
 
* http://www.frappr.com/PHEV
 
* http://www.frappr.com/PHEV
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* http://wikicars.org/en/Plug-in_Hybrids
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* http://www.ElectroTorque.com
  
==News Articles==
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==News==
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* 2008.05.08 - ieee.org - [http://www.spectrum.ieee.org/may08/6174/priussb1 Automakers’ Plug-In Plans]
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* 2008.04.25 - evworld.com [http://www.evworld.com/news.cfm?newsid=18089 MIRA Develops 'Plug-Less' Plug-In Hybrid Retro-fit]
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* 2007.12.02 - electricdrive.org - [http://www.electricdrive.org/index.php?tg=articles&topics=226 EVS-23 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Workshop]
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* 2007.11.14 - bloomberg - [http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=aTGmymknV.Ag&refer=us Iacocca Says Chrysler on `Right Path' Under Cerberus] "Plug-in hybrids: that's the wave of the future, not hydrogen"
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* 2007.10.09 - autobloggreen.com - [http://www.autobloggreen.com/2007/10/09/massachusetts-converting-ten-state-owned-hybrids-to-plug-ins/ Massachusetts converting ten state-owned hybrids to plug-ins]
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* 2007.10.09 - sfbayguardian - [http://www.sfbayguardian.com/entry.php?entry_id=4698&catid=4 Green City: Plugging into what's next]
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** 2007.10.12 - EVWorld - [http://www.evworld.com/news.cfm?newsid=16422 Backyard Plug-In Hybrid Conversion Kits Coming]
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* 2007.08.29 - podtech.net - [http://www.podtech.net/home/3987/californias-new-hybrid-school-bus California's New Hybrid School Bus] Video
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* 2007.08.06 - business2 - [http://blogs.business2.com/greenwombat/2007/08/federal-energy-.html Federal Energy Official: Plug the Prius into the Grid]
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* 2007.08.21 - TheOilDrum - [http://www.theoildrum.com/node/2883 Saving 20 million barrels a day. The 100mpg hybrid car should be here, now!]
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* 2007.08.14 - OpenSourceToday - [http://opensourcetoday.org/articles/ceo-letters/ceo-PHEV-OSS.html Plug-in Hybrids and Open Source]
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* 2007.08.03 - bloomberg.com - [http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aF6iLwxAhn8g Toyota Electric Car May Have Half the Range of GM's (Update4)]
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* 2007.07.25 - [http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/jul2007/gb20070725_703410.htm The Specs on Toyota's Plug-in Prius] Here's the skinny on Toyota's plug-in version of the groundbreaking hybrid, its answer to GM's development of the electric Volt
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* 2007.07.20 - [http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/07/20/MNGT7R3OH81.DTL CLEANER FUTURE? PLUG IN - Electric hybrid cars hold promise of slashing greenhouse gases]
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* 2007.07.02 - seattletimes.nwsource.com - [http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2003768350_sundayhybrid01.html Jump-start a secure, clean energy future with plug-in hybrid vehicles]
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* 2007.05.29 - businessweek.com - [http://www.businessweek.com/autos/content/may2007/bw20070529_034748.htm Long-Range Lithium Battery] - Lithium Technology Corp.’s new battery gives a retrofitted Toyota Prius a range of more than 125 miles
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* 2007.06.29 - [http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/06/toyota-down-on-.html Toyota Down On Plug-In Conversions]
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* 2007.05.03 - teslamotors.com - [http://www.teslamotors.com/blog2/?p=49 Mr. Tesla Goes to Washington] [[W:Martin Eberhard]] testifies before a Senate subcommittee for the [http://finance.senate.gov/sitepages/hearing050107.htm Hearing on Advanced Technology Vehicles: The Road Ahead]
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* 2007.04.17 - [http://www.greencarcongress.com/2007/04/phevs_on_the_gl.html PHEVs on the Global Engineering Agenda; Defining and Refining the Problem]
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* 2007.03.12 - fora.tv - [http://fora.tv/fora/showthread.php?t=777 Sherry Boschert talks about Plug-in Hybrids.] president of the [[http://www.sfeva.org San Francisco Electric Vehicle Association]
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* 2007.03.07? - [http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/07_10/b4024075.htm Toyota's Bid for a Better Battery] - CEO Watanabe confirms that Toyota will develop new lithium-ion batteries for its third-generation hybrids
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* 2006.12.21 - [http://www.technologyreview.com/Energy/17930/ How Plug-In Hybrids Will Save the Grid] The use of vehicles that run on electricity could be a boon to the ailing electrical grid.
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* 2006.11.09 - [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/calcars-news/message/574 GM Details Plans for a Serial PHEV] [http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-ev9nov09,1,4658690.story?coll=la-headlines-business&track=crosspromo] [http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061110/AUTO01/611100327/1148] PHEV-20 or -30
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:: Hope it makes it into production and has 50 to 100 miles of EV range, which would be easy with modern [[SEVA:Li|Lithium]].
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* 2006.11.01 - [http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center-article_42 Prepare to Plug in for 100-mpg Hybrids]
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* 2006.10.05 - inoculatedmind.com - [http://www.inoculatedmind.com/?p=81 "Inventor Andy Frank explains his Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle design,"] The Inoculated Mind Radio & Mindcast.
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* 2006.07.20 - [http://www.csmonitor.com/2006/0720/p02s01-ussc.html Toyota moves to corner the 'plug-in' market]
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* 2006.06.23 - [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/2704 Nissan to make a Plug-in Hybrid W/Lithium-ion battery] [http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/business/20060923TDY01006.htm]
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* 2006.08.25 - msn.com - [http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/SavingandDebt/SaveonaCar/The100mpgCarIsComing.aspx The 100-mpg car is coming]
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* 2006.06.25 - http://auto.xprize.org
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* 2006.06.23 - blooomberg.com - [http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=10000087&sid=asgN3d2yXdV4 GM Plans Gas-Electric Car to Rival Toyota, People Say (Update2)]
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* 2006.06.13 - renewableenergyaccess.com - [http://renewableenergyaccess.com/rea/news/story?id=45148 Minnesota Law Endorses Plug-in Hybrid, Flexible-Fueled Vehicles]
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* 2006.06.08 - economist.com - [http://www.economist.com/science/tq/displayStory.cfm?story_id=7001862 Plugging into the future]
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* 2006.05.30 - forbes.com - [http://www.forbes.com/2006/05/26/toyota-prius-hybrid-cx_jf_0530flint.html The Frankenstein Hybrid]
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* 2006.05.24 - technologyreview.com - [http://www.technologyreview.com/read_article.aspx?id=16922&ch=biztech Plug-In Hybrids Are on the Way] ''"the green controller box." by [[Manzanita Micro]]''
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* 2006.05.28 - mercurynews.com - [http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/news/breaking_news/14689561.htm At national lab, vehicle research focuses on alternatives to oil]
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** 2006.05.29 - suntimes.com - [http://www.suntimes.com/output/business/cst-nws-argonne29.html Argonne's drive: new fuels for cars]
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* 2006.05.25 - chron.com - [http://blogs.chron.com/sciguy/archives/2006/05/plug_your_hybri.html Plug your hybrid in, get 100 miles per gallon]
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* 2006.05.24 - evworld.com - [http://www.evworld.com/general.cfm?section=communique&page=criticallink&urllink=2071 Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Act 2006]
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** See [[Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Act 2006]]
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* 2006.05.24 - technologyreview.com - [http://www.technologyreview.com/read_article.aspx?id=16922&ch=biztech Plug-In Hybrids Are on the Way], PFC-30
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* 2006.05.23 - seattletimes.com - [http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2003012083_hybrid23.html Plug-in energy independence]
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* 2006.05.18 - axcessnews.com - [http://www.axcessnews.com/modules/wfsection/article.php?articleid=9613 New Hybrid Cars Could Get 100 mpg, House Committee Told]
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* 2006.05.18 - statesman.com - [http://www.statesman.com/business/content/business/stories/technology/05/18plugin.html Lawmakers plug Austin idea] Washington getting charged up by electric hybrid idea.
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* 2006.05.18 - researchresearch.com - [http://www.researchresearch.com/news.cfm?pagename=newsStory&type=default&elementID=62262 Strong support for plug-in hybrid bill]
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* 2006.05.18 - ucdavis.edu - [http://www.news.ucdavis.edu/search/news_detail.lasso?id=7761 New Super-Efficient Plug-in Hybrid Unveiled] '''Trinity'''
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* 2006.05.18 - sfgate.com - [http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/2006/05/18/MNGGDITL321.DTL&type=politics Plug-in hybrids charge Hill Bay Area group touts cars to House panel]
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* 2006.05.18 - scenta.co.uk - [http://www.scenta.co.uk/scenta/news.cfm?cit_id=798338&FAArea1=widgets.content_view_1 Hybrid cars for America]
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* 2006.05.18 - freep.com - [http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060518/BUSINESS01/605180418/1014 Plug-in hybrid to be seen in Washington]
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* 2006.05.18 - latimes.com - [http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-plug18may18,1,2713402.story?coll=la-headlines-business&ctrack=1&cset=true  Scientists Urge Congress to Fund Research on Plug-In Hybrid Cars]
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* 2006.05.17 - usatoday.com - [http://www.usatoday.com/tech/science/2006-05-17-hybrids-scientists_x.htm Scientists back plug-in hybrids]
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* 2006.05.17 - seattlepi - [http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/national/1501AP_Plug_in_Hybrids.html Scientists back plug-in hybrids]
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* 2006.05.10 - Green Car Congress - [http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/05/hybrid_technolo.html Hybrid Technologies Developing All-Electric Taxi for NYC]
 
* 2006.05.02 - [http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/ReadArticle.asp?ID=22286 The War on Terror: The Energy Front] See the last four paragraphs.
 
* 2006.05.02 - [http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/ReadArticle.asp?ID=22286 The War on Terror: The Energy Front] See the last four paragraphs.
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* 2006.04.23 - [http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/04/toyota_ratchets.html Toyota Ratchets Up Plug-In Prius Talk]
 
* [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/calcars-news/message/266 State of the Union] - What Bush ''Should'' be Saying. [http://select.nytimes.com/2006/01/27/opinion/27friedman.html?hp]
 
* [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/calcars-news/message/266 State of the Union] - What Bush ''Should'' be Saying. [http://select.nytimes.com/2006/01/27/opinion/27friedman.html?hp]
* http://www.evworld.com/electrichybrid.cfm
 
 
* [http://www.alternet.org/envirohealth/24542/?cID=28656 alternet.org] Car Owners in the Driver's Seat
 
* [http://www.alternet.org/envirohealth/24542/?cID=28656 alternet.org] Car Owners in the Driver's Seat
 
* [http://www.evworld.com/electrichybrid.cfm evworld.com] Plug in my hybrid car? Why, you ask?
 
* [http://www.evworld.com/electrichybrid.cfm evworld.com] Plug in my hybrid car? Why, you ask?

Latest revision as of 15:20, 22 March 2016

Click show for a short list of the current PHEV conversion and kit options for the Toyota Prius.

For Prius conversion details see the Prius PHEV article and comparisons table.

  1. Ron's Original PriusPlus History and current Contactor Based PriusPlus documentation for DIY projects.
  2. Ryan's PriusBlue is the testbed for DC-DC PFC Based PiPrius kits and documentation for DIY projects.
  3. Toyota OEM Prius PHEV and Prime Could use some work on this page
  4. Enginer China. But the rest of these appear to all be defunct as of 2020?
  5. |~- Hybrids-Plus USA/Colorado/Li -~|~- EnergyCS USA -~|~- Hymotion USA/Canada -~|~- Amberjac UK. -~|~- EDrive USA -~| Peter mentioned Plug-In Conversions |~-

A W:Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) or gas-electric hybrid fueled vehicle is a hybrid which has additional battery capacity and the ability to be recharged from an external electrical outlet. In addition, modifications to the vehicle's control software may be required. The vehicle can be used for short trips of moderate speed without needing the W:internal combustion engine (ICE) component of the vehicle, thereby saving fuel costs. In this mode of operation the vehicle operates as a pure W:battery electric vehicle (BEV) with a weight penalty (the ICE). The long range and additional power of the ICE power train is available when needed.

PHEVs are commonly called "grid-connected hybrids," "gas-optional hybrids" (GO-HEVs), "full hybrids," and are sometimes called PHEV-30 for instance, to denote a hybrid with a 30-mile (50 km) electric range. Compared to a HEV-0 (a non-plug-in hybrid), or BEV/PHEV-300 in the case of the 300 mile tzero EV with its gasoline-fueled range extending trailer. While Ford, GM, and Toyota have all used the term "Full Hybrid Technology" to describe configurations that allow electric-only operation at low speeds, they can not plug in to recharge the battery. Two other PHEV names used by a major U.S. automotive supplier and in a 1999 SAE paper are "energy hybrids" and "true hybrids". PHEVs can also operate in a blended mode where both gasoline and external electricity are used simultaneously to increase gasoline mileage for a particular range, usually double that of its electric-only range. Connected vehicles also make possible Vehicle-to-grid applications which could provide many advantages to both grid operators and vehicle owners.

PHEVLERs

The PHEVLER is defined as a PHEV with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. The average daily driving distance in the USA is 30 - 35 miles, so the 2016 Chevrolet Volt with an electric range of 53 miles is the first commercial car to (almost) qualify as a PHEVLER.

Prius PHEVs

There have been a number of successful Prius conversions. Ron of CalCars has a PbA conversion named PriusPlus and EDrive is expected to use Valence Li-ion batteries in conversions for consumers. Both are based on the 2004 or newer (Gen2) Toyota Prius and are now capable of charging from the grid using standard 120V AC outlets. They can operate as pure EV's at speeds up to 34 mph for the range of their larger batteries, which is about 10 miles for PbA and 30 miles with Li-ion batteries. They are also delivering vastly improved mileage at higher speeds in an EV-Heavy type of blended mode which delivers roughly twice the gasoline mileage during trips of twice their electric ranges (20 and 60 miles). Of course one should also consider the electric power required to recharge in these 100+ mpg situations (<$1 per gallon equivalent). During extended drives they operate just as a normal Prius and deliver their usual mileage. A purpose build PHEV would most likely be freeway capable in an electric only mode just like SEVA:Electric vehicles are. Enginer's affordable and universal plugin conversion kits can be easily retrofit into Gen 1, 2 and 3 Prius as well as other hybrids (tested on Honda Insight Gen 1, Gen2, Ford Escape Hybrid, Toyata Camry Hybrid, Lexus RX400H, Lexus LS250H).

Fleet Vehicles

Electric Fleet Vehicles. PHEV & BEV trucks, buses and cars are being used as commercial and government fleet vehicles.

Other Vehicles

Production

Prototypes

See also

News

Hope it makes it into production and has 50 to 100 miles of EV range, which would be easy with modern Lithium.