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NYC Goes EV

Revenge of the Electric Car

In 2008, transportation accounted for 22 percent of all city carbon emissions. percent of all cars in New York City are electric, which the PlaNYC study suggests is possible, the city’s carbon emissions would be reduced by approximately 170,000 metric tons per year from 2008 levels. billion in stimulus grants to the industry.

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Freightliner Custom Chassis and Morgan Olson Introduce Next Generation Vehicle for FCCC All-Electric Walk-In Van

Green Car Congress

Taking into account wind flow over the hood and cab, the headlamps and mirrors of the body were designed to be aerodynamic, further improving upon the vehicle’s efficiency. The larger messaging center display area enables easier reading of fault codes and maintenance notifications.

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Electric-Car Fans Rally Around the Volt - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Bob Lutz’s Latest Volt Test Drive Sprinting for Green Stimulus Dollars New Subsidies for Electric Cars in Britain Electric Car Makers: Oregon Wants You G.M. Also maintenance on these (no oil changes to speak of) etc will cost much less than an internal combution propelled car. Learn your facts before you post please.

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