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Turn Your Gas Car Into a Plug-In Hybrid | Seattle News
A Seattle inventor is turning old gas cars into plug-in hybrids with an affordable retrofit kit, letting drivers run most daily commutes on electricity while keeping the gas engine for longer trips. Tom Gurski, an engineer, converted a 2001 Jeep Cherokee to get 95 mpg and plans to sell kits for $6,000–$10,000—way cheaper than buying a new EV. His solution targets cars too good to scrap but too old for a full replacement, offering a practical, eco-friendly upgrade without the high cost. While some experts question retrofitting’s long-term value, Gurski’s approach could make clean…
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