If we’ve learned anything in the EV world, it’s that low drag coefficients usually mean really, really ugly design characteristics. For some reason, the idea of low drag (think Prius, one of the ugliest production cars in modern times) doesn’t jibe with great looks. On the other hand, both can be screwed up – witness [...]
Posts Tagged ‘prius’
Japan Enters Ugliest EV Contest With Sim-Lei Design
January 22nd, 2012 
Aaron Turpen 
Posted in Electrics, Featured 
Tags: electric car, ElectricVehicle, Keio University, prius, Sim-Lei, Toyota Prius 
Comments OffToyota Begins Chinese Production of Prius
January 4th, 2012 Meme Toyota has started production of its third-generation Prius in its Changchun Plant for mainland sales in early 2012. Production of the Prius began in China in 2005, marking the first time the vehicle was produced outside Japan. In 2010, GAC Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. in Guangdong Province began production of the Camry Hybrid sedan. In [...]
Toyota’s New Prius Models
January 14th, 2011 Aaron Turpen Toyota introduced a couple of new designs for the Prius family that it plans to bring to market in the next couple of years. One is a larger, roomier, more family-practical Prius called the Prius v (V for Vendetta Versatility) and the other is a smaller, sportier commuter called the Prius c (C for Compact). [...]
Posted in Hybrids Tags: NAIAS, North American International Auto Show, prius, Toyota Prius Comments OffSo You Like EVs Huh? Then You’re an A-Hole
March 22nd, 2010 Aaron Turpen According to some study by some people who have too much time on their hands and access to government grants, if you’re into eco-living or generally being “green,” you’re likely an ass. At least this was done with Canadian grants instead of ours. I never did trust those Canooks. They think curling is a real [...]
Posted in Everything Else Tags: canada, canadians, celine dion, prius, psychology, tom green Comments Off
