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Popular Mechanics Drives The Subaru R1e Electric Car

Mike Allen over at Popular Mechanics had a chance to spend some time behind the wheel of the new plug-in microcar — the Subaru R1e. With acceleration lower than a "determined taxicab," it wasn't what you'd call an "exciting" test — and definitely a step below our test of the Hybrid Technologies' melty-looking Lithium-Powered Super Car but Pop-Mech can't have everything now, can they? [via Popular Mechanics]

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10:15 AM on Mon Mar 24 2008
By Ray Wert
582 views, 2 comments

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Subaru R1e Re-Unveiled Live

Subaru's press event was nothing short of spectacular and I say that in a fully sarcastic manner. The R1e that we already took many a peek at was officially unveiled by Subaru's head honchos. If you're wondering, the R1e will not be making it stateside, at least not anytime soon. However, it was announced that Subaru will be working with the New York Power Authority, which happily accepted two R1e's. They will now drive them around and allow Subaru to monitor their performance, as well as potential consumer demand. Like I said, spectacular. Press release after the jump.


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3:15 PM on Thu Mar 20 2008
By Travis Hudson
2,380 views, 17 comments

Latest by Isetta: Just a t[i25.tinypic.com] more »

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Subaru R1e Electric Car: It's A Me, Mario!

As much fun as the new R1e Electric Car is in photos, it really charms in person. Maybe it's the right-hand drive or the red on black interior. We could be interested in the purported " Maybe it's Subaru's own lithium ion batteries, which offers a two-minute fast charges that doesn't damage the batteries. The car is also more recyclable than previous electric cars, which is somewhat endearing. Who are we kidding? It's the Mario-esque mustachioed grille.

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1:20 PM on Wed Mar 19 2008
By Matt Hardigree
1,076 views, 26 comments

Latest by CUL8R: Is this going to be all wheel drive? more »

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Subaru Brings The Power To NYC, One Tiny Electric Car At A Time

Subaru's is bringing its tiniest alternative energy cruiser, the R1e electric car, to New York for a little testing in the Big Apple. And while we're currently being powered by soggy french fries, this NYC transplant will get its motivation from Subaru's own lithium ion batteries, which offer a few unique features. For one, these batteries allow for a two-minute fast charges that doesn't damage the batteries. Additionally, the battery packs have been designed in layers so that they can be easily recycled. More »

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4:00 PM on Tue Mar 18 2008
By Matt Hardigree
1,399 views, 25 comments

Latest by The Kid: @clank-o-tron: The Mitsu i MiEV Sport concept is an AWD electric kei car, with in-wheel motors driving each of the front tires, and a single motor powering the two in back. Let's just hope it turns out to be more reliable more »