ive heard (but am still researching to confirm) that the process of creating the batterys for these things uses an insane amount of heavy metals which are causing havoc to the ecosystems in the immediate area of the factories Also see Hummer Greener Than Prius Urban Myth Exploded. Yes, this has circulated because many think they can wish things into reality with a magic wand, but let's not give them the dignity of seeming smart - it's not. - Ed [fimg=RIGHT]http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/2/hummer_myth.jpg[/fimg] Best Answer - Chosen by Asker There's a lot of myth, urban legend, and misinformation out there on hybrid vehicle batteries and vehicle production, thanks to a flawed marketing paper by CNW and a poorly researched student newspaper article that keep getting quoted... Anyhow, I suggest reading: Prius Versus Hummer: A Nickel for Your Thoughts: http://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/200711/… Battery Toxicity: http://www.hybridcars.com/battery-toxici… Hummer versus Prius: "Dust to Dust" Report Misleads the Media and Public with Bad Science: http://www.pacinst.org/topics/integrity_… Prius Versus HUMMER: Exploding the Myth: http://www.thecarconnection.com/Auto_New… Giving Directions: No, the Hummer Actually Isn't More Energy Efficient Than A Prius, Let's Put This "Debate" To Rest: http://www.betterworldclub.com/articles/… Heard the One About the Hummer?: http://www.toyota.com/html/dyncon/2007/s… Usually the mythic "article" from The Mail on the nickel in the hybrid cars' NiMH batteries is quoted from a now retracted article. The retraction that clears up this bit of misinformation is at: http://www.mailonsunday.co.uk/pages/live…...[rm]http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080120003334AA1xn5K[/rm]
Great post, thanks! I had actually heard this one from an instructor, it sounded dubious and yet somehow plausible. Thanks again for putting up the facts - I'll be sure to share them with him in my next class
