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It seems that ex-Toyota man, Jim Press, a key figure
behind Toyota's hybrid
cars, has brought some hybrid mojo to Chrsyler.
Despite a lack of public statements regarding
progress, it seems Chrysler has quietly been working
on technology for both plug-in
hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles.
At the last Detroit Auto Show, Chrysler showed off 3
prototypes intended to use such technologies, but all
3 seemed very conceptual. Since, Chrsyler has had
little to say about progress or intentions regarding
these concepts.
However, very recently Chrysler has been showing some
dealers early versions of a plug-in hybrid produced by
Chrysler's Envi Unit, a new division dedicated towards
hybrid and electric drive vehicles. Press
told reporters that the vehicle can achieve 0 to
60 in less than 4 seconds and offers a range of 300
miles. Oddly, he also noted the technology would be
particularly useful for off-road vehicles.
While this progress is good news, don't expect any
such vehicle to hit the streets for at least 3 to 5
years.
Labels: Hybrid Vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles
