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NeilBlanchard · 07-01-2010, 03:09 PM

Patrick,

I think the source-to-wheels would swing the equation even more to the EV's advantage! The amount of energy "invested" in refining gasoline ALONE is enough to power the EV's; let alone the gasoline itself.

Please watch the "Fully Charged" pilot video podcast:

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