Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (TAB Green Guru Guides)

Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (TAB Green Guru Guides)

<p><strong>A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle from the Ground Up</strong></p> <p>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).</p> <p><i>"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."</i> -- CalCars.org</p> <p><em>Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle</em> 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!</p> <p><em>Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle</em> covers:</p> <ul><li>Energy savings and environmental benefits</li> <li>PHEV background</li> <li>Drivetrain components and design</li> <li>Chassis selection</li> <li>DC and AC motor types</li> <li>Batteries and chargers</li> <li>The conversion process</li> <li>Licensing and insurance</li> <li>Safety, maintenance, troubleshooting, and warranties</li> <li>Clubs and associations</li> <li>Additional resources</li> </ul>