(PHEV) owned by Central Electric Power Cooperative in Columbia, SC,
was destroyed by an internal fire that occurred during a routine
drive. Thankfully, there were no injuries. But the converted Prius
was destroyed. The cause of the fire is not known.
Until further investigation, CRN has advised grounding all test
vehicles in the PHEV demonstration and is undertaking a detailed
investigation. The limited information available is as follows:
* The car was a 2008 Toyota Prius outfitted with the
Hybrids-Plus PHEV15 conversion kit.
* There was no data logger installed.
* The vehicle had previously experienced minor mechanical issues
relating to the charger.
* The fire occurred during routine highway driving. The
upholstery in the back seat had caught on fire. The driver pulled
over, exited the car, and there was a subsequent explosion.
* The A123 lithium-ion battery was damaged but remained largely
intact and functioning.
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