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Old 08-19-2008, 09:30 AM
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Default Re: Safety Concerns with '08 or '09 FEH

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Originally Posted by DetroitMike View Post
I was just reading an article about the "possible" negative health effects of driving a hybrid vehicle due to high electrical waves/radiation given off by the powerful electrical systems found in hybrid vehicles. Does anyone have any feedback on this or has anyone done any research to figure out whether or not this is a valid claim? Everything else I've heard about the FEH from a safety standpoint has been positive, but I certainly don't feel comfortable about driving a car on a daily basis that might possibly increase the risk of either myself or my family getting cancer someday. I can't seem to find too many facts about this, only general articles saying it "might" be a problem, so anyone that could provide any feedback of substance would be greatly appreciated.
330V isn't that high... Not compared to the transmission lines coming into your home your 220V dryer, etc.

We've got alot more to worry about than the battery in your Hybrid... Besides, every time you idle in a normal car you are inhailing your exhaust (and the guys in front of you)... That'll probably kill you first. If we could get eveyone into a hybrid so there weren't any idling cars at intersections we'd all be healthier.
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