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A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle from the Ground Up
Written by clean energy guru and electric vehicle expert Seth Leitman, this hands-on guide gives you the latest technical information and easy-to-follow instructions for building a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
“Written by Seth Leitman, longtime green vehicle/sustainability expert and author of “Build Your Own Electric Vehicle,” this 275-page book provides an overview of the technology and the issues in doing a conversion, and it works well as a different way in to the open source material that can be found at http://www.eaa-phev.org or the easier-to-remember http://www.priusplus.org.” — CalCars.org
Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle puts you in the driver’s seat when it comes to hitting the road in a reliable, economical, and environmentally friendly ride. Inside, you’ll find complete details on the hybrid powertrain and all the required components, including the motor, battery, and chassis. The book covers the plug-in hybrids currently on the market as well as hybrid conversion companies, conversion kits, and related resources. Pictures, diagrams, charts, and graphs illustrate each step along the way. With this how-to guide on hand, you’ll be behind the wheel of your own plug-in hybrid electric automobile in no time!
Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle covers:
Energy savings and environmental benefitsPHEV backgroundDrivetrain components and designChassis selectionDC and AC motor typesBatteries and chargersThe conversion processLicensing and insuranceSafety, maintenance, troubleshooting, and warrantiesClubs and associations Additional resources
ASIN : 0071614737
Publisher : McGraw Hill TAB; 1st edition (July 13, 2009)
Language : English
Paperback : 320 pages
ISBN-10 : 1848002564
ISBN-13 : 978-0070463219
Item Weight : 1.36 pounds
Dimensions : 7.4 x 0.61 x 9.3 inches
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