A Wired News article discusses a new group of automotive component suppliers, the Advanced Hybrid Vehicles Development Consortium, will coordinate the development of the advanced technology needed for a cost effective Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) that will run the first 20 – 50 miles in all electric zero emission mode. The consortium will develop a prototype hybrid vehicle within a year that includes more-powerful electric motors, longer-lasting batteries and ultracapacitors that can store electricity used for acceleration.