Orzel

iTrader: (1)

The batteries we deal with are predominantly Gel-cell technology and the "acid" is recycled through certified agencies. There are some really strict laws governing battery (and the associated acid) disposal, both Federal and State. If you run afoul of them, it's not pretty and gets very expensive! In the EU the laws are even stricter in regards to disposal and the battery manufacturers are required, by law, to recycle one-for-one or face stiff fines.

RXSF

here in san francisco, its "illegal" to throw away batteries in the trash

The G Man

The new lithium ion battery in future hybrids will be a lot more environmentally friendly.

salimshah

Acids are not a problem as they can be extracted and reused/netralized ... the big culprit is the inert lead. Cleaning washing must be filtered to prevent water contamination.


Salim

Boognish

I'm pretty sure that the Toyota hybrids use are Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries, not lead acid. But just the same, the Nickel can be recycled.

triplecore

Isnt the 400h also a inch or so bigger than the 350 and 330?

ZIN

I am pretty sure they only have one body for the RX.

SugarRush

Now you mentioned it, I did a bit of research. From Lexus.com: the RX400h is 1" longer and 2.4" taller than RX350. I have known about the taller part for a little while, but the fact that it is slightly longer as well is new for me.

RX 400h
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Length (in / mm) 187.2 / 4,755
Width (in / mm) 72.6 / 1,844
Height (in / mm) 68.5 / 1,740
Wheelbase (in / mm) 106.9 / 2,715
Ground Clearance (in / mm) 7.1 / 180
Approach Angle 28.3 degrees
Departure Angle 24.3 degrees
Curb Weight (lb / kg) 4,365 / 1,980
Max Towing (lb / kg) 3,500 / 1,588 [5]



RX350
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Length (in / mm) 186.2 / 4,729
Width (in / mm) 72.6 / 1,844
Height (in / mm) 66.1 / 1,679
Wheelbase (in / mm) 106.9 / 2,715
Ground Clearance (in / mm) Coil Suspension 7.48 / 190
Approach Angle, RAHC Normal 29.0 degrees
Departure Angle, RAHC Normal 23.5 degrees
Curb Weight (lb / kg) 4,090 / 1,855
Max Towing (lb / kg) 3,500 / 1,588