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Old 06-08-2009, 06:21 PM
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Default Re: 2010 Prius

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Originally Posted by DenverPainter View Post
I heard there are photovoltaic cells on the roof!
But it only operates a interior fan to control ambient air temperature inside the car. Pretty pricey option for a little benefit (unless you live in the desert!)

I would wait for the new batteries to come out later this year (could be next year). The 2010 model was designed for the Li battery not the NiMH that it currently comes with. If you use a cell phone then you know how much lighter, smaller, and longer lasting a Li battery is?
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