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Thomson Reuters analysis finds automotive new propulsion technology patent activities surge 6-fold in 5 years

Green Car Congress

For patent publications associated with inovations in the fuel economy of internal combustion engines, Hyundai was the leader, followed by GM and Ford. miles per gallon – and the industry is working diligently to comply. Engines Fuel Efficiency Market Background Vehicle Manufacturers'

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Letting in the Light

Electric Auto Association

It was like the early days of the automobile industry when everything was so scattered,” Smith explained. In 2012, Gerhardt began teaching a course at a local community college in Danville, Virginia, making the manual come alive with what was eventually the annual Light EV Technician Training and Certification program.

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EV special III / Opinion / Hybrid & Electric / Themes / Welcome - Minds in Motion

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The letter asked for extra stimulating measures to help the Dutch industry acquire an internationally leading position in electric driving, or E-mobility. Marjan announces that the car purchase tax (BPM) relief, granted only until 2012, will be extended. All initiatives help, Marjan stresses.

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

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

It will appear in Europe next year as the Opel Ampera and in Australia as the Holden Volt in 2012. If the EV1 was viable (or even close) we would see Ford, Toyota, Honda, etc all with 80 mile cars right now.do Why grant them the privledge to spend our money in the first place? Sorry the market killed the EV1. you see that?

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