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June/July 1993
by Matt Scanlon  
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MOTHER:

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What's on the horizon for hybrid design?

DA:

I'm in the process of experimenting with a rotary engine currently. One of its great advantages is that it can be modified to run on virtually any kind of fuel-alcohol, peanut oil, anything. I've also developed some plans for people who want maximum battery range. My newest banks can sustain the car for well over 100 miles. That's more than enough for most commuter trips. NASA has already designed powerful batteries which can take a full charge in minutes. That technology will just get cheaper and more accessible, and in the not too distant future I expect that fuel stations will offer quick chargers for similar battery packs in addition to conventional fuel. The best experiments have really just started.

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  • Al 7/22/2008 12:00:59 AM

    Is there a way to contact David Arthur's. From one item I read I assume he no longer lives in Springdale, Ar.
    Thank You,
    Al

  • sunsokdnfl 9/10/2007 4:45:04 PM

    With 60,000 of the plans sold I would like to see Mother Earth News
    have reports on these converters progress. A column in the mag.
    where they can ask Mr. Arthurs questions. Check out
    www.austinev.org. They have web pages with a picture and itemized
    details of the individuals vehicles, parts used, etc. A blog would
    be nice so converters could exchange information,advice, or tips. I
    have a 96' Saturn with 107k miles on it. I am waiting for the
    engine to kick the bucket so I can start my conversion of it.
    However, its running great and is great on gas. I may have to find
    a different car. I think M.E.N. is missin' the boat. I can see
    electric/hybrid car clubs starting up all over the country and
    around the world. Good luck to all.

  • Mike 9/7/2007 10:45:03 PM

    I would like to contact Mr. David Arthurs about his electric hybrid
    automobile..I have a car I'd like to convert.

  • Dewain 4/27/2007 1:38:07 PM

    I would like to get more information and plans for thin project
    can you help1993 Update:Dave Arthurs' Amazing Hybrid Electric
    Car
    Mother Responds: You can order the plans for the hybrid car,
    plan # 1764, at
    www.motherearthshopping.com
    or by calling 800-234-3368.

  • Marc 3/14/2007 12:29:40 AM

    When will your staffers revisit this concept? The conversion plans
    that you sell are very good, but could stand updating.

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