Comments on: Going Green: The San Diego Auto Show

By: Tom Stacey

Tom Stacey — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:50:15 +0000

Thanks Tom — we have a Ford F150 prototype up and running, and we are working on others. We’ll be sharing info here on the blog, so plug us into your RSS feeder, or watch for the newsletter we’ll be putting together.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 17:00:58 +0000

I’d be interested in converting an existing car to a hybrid, especially if it makes financial sense to do so. I can’t wait to see details on pricing & installation. Also, are there any prototypes on the road? Any info on reliability? Looks like a great idea.

By: Tom Stacey

Tom Stacey — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:25:51 +0000

Hi Margy! Great to hear from you! You’re right, we have a window of opportunity during which it makes a lot of sense to convert existing vehicles to hybrids. But five or seven years or whenever from now, there will likely be other options. So while Plug In Hybrid is descriptive of what we do today, ideally we’d create a brand that will be flexible enough to take us where our customers want to go… Thanks for your feedback!

By: margy

margy — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:29:12 +0000

yeah. i would def be interested, depending on the cost and the green benefit. funny how the most literal name is ahead. but the name describes the product. problem will be if you want the concept to be bigger than this particular solution. great to see your name in my linked in list. sounds like things are spiffy.

By: tstacey

tstacey — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:35:04 +0000

Hi Joost!
It’s true — not everyone wants to drive a tiny car, or one of the limited number of models that are currently offered as hybrids. By converting cars on the road today, we can effectively turn transportation liabilities into assets that will be viable for years to come — as the gasoline engine will have a longer life due to decreased use.

Initially we are creating prototypes for popular SUVs, pickups and vans, as converting those vehicles will have the most positive impact from an economic and environmental standpoint. We intend to expand the offering as we ramp up production and continue to evolve and refine the technology.

Thanks for your interest!

By: Joost

Joost — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:06:37 +0000

Excellent concept! I love my car but not its mileage. Most of the hybrids aren’t too attractive looking to me, besides, I feel my car is still relatively new and would not want to take on the cost of buying something new. This is not only a way to improve gas mileage but also drive in the car you actually want to drive AND improve gas mileage!

Can any car be converted or are there particular limitations?

By: tstacey

tstacey — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:19:23 +0000

Thanks Bobbie — yes, we’re very excited about helping people turn liabilities into assets that they can drive efficiently for years to come! We will have a waiting list and newsletter signup soon.

By: Bobbie

Bobbie — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:26:49 +0000

Recycling/retrofitting an existing vehicle in this manner is obviously more eco-friendly than manufacturing a new Prius.

How may a person get on a waiting list for this product?