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Nissan LEAF passes 25,000 sales mark in US

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We’re seeing the adoption curve for EVs accelerate, and there is tremendous interest not only on the West Coast but in a number of new strongholds like Atlanta, Raleigh, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, St. Louis and many more. —Erik Gottfried, Nissan director of electric vehicle (EV) marketing and sales strategy.

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Ford opens limited reservations for 2012 Focus Electric; starting at $39,995

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Ford has opened reservations for the 2012 Focus Electric, with a starting price of $39,995, including $795 in destination charges but before state and federal incentives. Buyers can configure a Ford Focus Electric and place orders with a Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) dealer via a dedicated website. Raleigh Durham, N.C.;

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Ford names first markets for the Focus Electric

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Raleigh Durham, N.C.; As part of the collaboration with dealers, utilities and local governments, Ford will help develop consumer outreach and education programs on electric vehicles as well as share information on charging needs and requirements to ensure the electrical grid can support customers’ needs. ; Portland, Ore.;

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Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8

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EPA measurement) Battery and Charging The VF 8 is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds. VinFast offers charging options. Or three years of charging at Electrifying America stations for either Level 2 or Level 3 DC fast charging. seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. (

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RMI Launches Project Get Ready to Help Communities Prepare for Plug-ins

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Community members in Portland, Oregon; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Raleigh, North Carolina soon expanding to the Triangle region have already agreed to work with RMI’s Project Get Ready. Work with banks and dealers to offer low-interest loans for plug-ins, based on projected lower operating costs from gas savings.

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Volkswagen’s Electrify America supplement discusses ZEV charging investments in disadvantaged California communities

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Volkswagen subsidiary Electrify America last week submitted supplemental information to the California Air Resources Board (ARB) detailing its proposed charging investment in and benefit to underserved, low-income, and disadvantaged communities in the state as part of its court-mandated investment plan. Earlier post.).

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How the IBM PC Won, Then Lost, the Personal Computer Market

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In the fall of 1980, Lowe moved on to a new job at IBM, so Estridge was now in charge. IBM lowered the PCjr's price, added functions, and tried to persuade dealers to promote it, to no avail. IBM would continue to design new laptops for Lenovo in Raleigh, N.C. He made decisions quickly and told Lowe and Cary about them later.

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