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Deloitte global survey gauges consumer prospects for EVs in China, Europe and Americas; China leads

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The survey, conducted among 1,163 consumers in China, coincides with the 14 th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2011) this week. However, ICEs were seen as better in their range before refueling or recharging. of GDP, and the reduction of carbon emissions by 17%. per gallon.

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Story of TESLA Motors: Beginning, Fight, Survival, and Success

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Would it be wrong if I said that the history of the automobile industry has been divided into two parts, before Tesla and after Tesla , some might argue that I understand? When Tesla revealed the prototype of this vehicle in 2011, the company’s modern face was revealed. Story Of Tesla, Inc. Fights For The Leadership.

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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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Underneath the e-fuels banner, Audi also includes renewable electricity for recharging its e-tron vehicles (“e-power”) and, should the market so require it, “green” hydrogen (e-hydrogen, derived in the e-gas process). The e-gas project, announced in May 2011, was Audi’s first foray into e-fuels. Audi e-gas. Earlier post.)

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

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As a subscriber, you can receive our free weekly China Auto News, which keeps you informed the latest developments of Chinas automobile industry. GM plans to launch the Volt in China in 2011. Gasgoo.com will not disclose your email to any third party; your privacy will be respected. in late 2010. Prius hybrid.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Shifted earlier focus to all-electric Focus in 2011 with Magna. Committed to sales of 10,000 or more vehicles in late 2010, with increasing production in 2011. Hybrid Sonata model year 2011, possible PHEV version in 2013. Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. Deliveries start in 2011. needs to have an indigenous automobile industry, and not merely "transplants". Never again.

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