Word: chargers
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...Thankfully, the plug challenge is nearly resolved. While no two cell phones can use the same charger, carmakers have agreed on the basic design of a common five-prong plug for use across the industry. The plug will fit into a car's socket, with the other end fitting into a standard 110-volt or 220-volt outlet. It will become the industry standard by 2011. "There aren't going to be any Beta vs. VHS issues to confuse the introduction of electric cars," says Gery Kissel, a General Motors Corp. engineer who served as chairman of the Society...
...free time, Kaufmann spreads the EV word at Environmental Motors in nearby Glendale, one of a handful of EV dealers in the region. He doesn't worry about the cost of charging up at home either. The Zenn has an on-board charger and plugs into his standard 110-volt socket, which Kaufmann compares to plugging in a cell phone. Others claim it draws more like a dehumidifier. Still, says Kaufman, "I don't even notice it on my electric bill...
...Complaint: Kelley Carter returned to her rented Dodge Charger to find that thieves had punched out the keyhole in the door and absconded with everything inside, including her luggage in the trunk. Nothing this bad has happened in Hawaii since Greg bought that cursed tiki idol on The Brady Bunch. (See 50 Authentic American Travel Experiences...
...Harvard University Police Department spokesman Steven G. Catalano. A resident of Walker Street, found that her 1999 Plymouth Voyager had been broken into at approximately 7:45 a.m., according to a CPD police report. The passenger’s-side window was smashed and her GPS holder and charger were stolen. The victim told police that she discovered at least two other vehicles parked along the street were broken into also. The victim, who is a tutor in Pforzheimer House, also sent an e-mail to House residents informing them of the break ins. According to a second report...
...down two well-timed kills, Rosier gave Harvard its first lead of the match, boosting the score, 26-25. Rosier recorded seven kills over the course of the night. The Crimson had been trailing from the beginning of the first frame. Harvard closed the gap to tie with the Chargers eight times before Rosier put the Crimson on top—and for good. With the momentum finally in its favor, the Crimson kept hold of its lead to close out the stanza, 30-27. With Kuld serving, Harvard went on a five-point run early in the second game...