Not mentioned in the article or video: adding electric traction to the rear wheels of a front wheel drive car (Honda in the development vehicle) gives 4 wheel drive at no extra charge. Not what you would want for serious off-roading, but very useful for getting out of bogging situations or on icy roads.
Also very helpful in reduced-traction situations: independent motors on each wheel gives the effect of a limited-slip-differential with a 50% locking action.
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1078189_convert-your-car-to-a-plug-in-hybrid-all-you-need-is-3000
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