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The Cooperative Research Network has reported that a Toyota Prius retrofitted with a plug-in hybrid kit has exploded in a big bada-boom. Hybrids-Plus produces a PHEV15 kit to convert the Prius into a plug-in model using a lithium-ion battery pack from A123 System; while the Prius in question was reportedly experiencing charger-related problems, it was still allowed on the road. While driving, the occupant noticed balls of fire coming from the backseat and subsequently fled the vehicle, which then exploded. More »
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