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On the Horizon

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Nissan also expects to sell a lineup of electric vehicles globally by 2012. clip The company plans to introduce 60 models worldwide by 2012. The commitment — expected to be announced Tuesday by Nissan’s chief executive, Carlos Ghosn — will be the first by a major automaker to bring a zero-emission vehicle to the American market.

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PHEV Energy Bill

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90 million per year authorized (2008-2012). 95 million per year authorized (2008-2012) Electric Drive Transportation technology high school and college level education program established by DOE including a “ Dr. One third of funds reserved for local governments.

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Easy as A123

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But there can be as many as 15 million standard hybrids on the road when plug-in volumes skyrocket from 2012 to 2017. The original equipment PHEVs due out early in the next decade utilizing even better batteries integrated directly into the vehicle at the factory will be more efficient and less costly. Join Plug In Partners today.

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NYT Editorial

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Ford Motor Company's announcement yesterday that after three straight quarters of North American losses, it will close as many as 14 factories and eliminate up to 30,000 jobs by 2012 is another sign of dark days in the Motor City.

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One Million and 300 Million

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To set an example, Obama is vowing to convert the entire White House fleet to plug-in hybrid vehicles within one year, and convert all federal vehicle purchases to plug-in hybrids or all-electric by 2012. O bama also set several other ambitious national goals: — Weatherize 1 million homes annually.

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