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DOE launches H2USA public-private partnership to deploy hydrogen infrastructure for transportation

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Through H 2 USA, industry and government partners will focus on identifying actions to encourage early adopters of fuel cell electric vehicles; conduct coordinated technical and market analysis; and evaluate alternative fueling infrastructure that can enable cost reductions and economies of scale.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Hyundai Kona 7,349. The Leaf has increased its range, looks and functionality since its introduction and remains a key affordable EV choice while used Leafs offer a low-cost EV alternative. Kia/Hyundai/Genesis – Coming on Strong. since the Tesla roadster was introduced in 2008. Tesla Model 3 80,681.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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During past eight years the number of plug-in electric vehicle models has increased from one to more than 20, battery costs have decreased 70%, and the number of electric vehicle charging stations has increased from less than 500 in 2008 to more than 16,000 today—a 40-fold increase. Electric vehicle coalition.

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

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Alternative-fuel cars were some of the hottest items on display at the Shanghai auto show from homegrown companies like Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., "But low-cost commuter EVs like ours is already a reality, within the reach of thrifty farmers." Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co. and Chery Automobile Co.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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In late 2008, BYD started selling the first production PHEV in China. Has shown some concept fuel-cell PHEVs. First Escape PHEV delivered to SCE Nov 2007; 20 in 2008-2009. Hyundai Partnering with Korean battery companies for hybrids. Batteries not ready. Doubts PHEVs have environmental benefits.

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