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New survey finds myths and misinformation about EVs are deeply embedded – Charged EVs

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It won’t be news to regular Charged readers that myths and misconceptions about EVs have taken deep root among the populace. When I tell a new acquaintance that I write about EVs, as often as not their reply is some sound bite that could be a direct quote from an oil industry social media feed.

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Auto Industry and Utilities Urge President Obama to Create to National Electric Fuel Task Force to Accelerate Plug-in Adoption

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Organizations representing auto manufacturers, electric utilities and the electric drive industry are calling on President Obama to establish a new National Electric Fuel Task Force to help accelerate the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles and the necessary infrastructure. Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, $2.4

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Biden Administration turns to Tesla for help on renewable fuel policy reform

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The administration also reached out to other companies tied to the EV industry. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program. The RFS is a federal program that requires transportation fuel sold in the United States to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuels. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) oversees the RFS program.

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DOE to award up to $2.5M to deploy fuel-cell-powered baggage tow tractors at commercial airports

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The target market is commercial airports and air freight distribution centers used by passenger airlines and air freight industries. DOE is encouraging applicants for this FOA to leverage other federal programs and incentives.). Space required for battery charging can also represent a significant cost.

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German project exploring integration of electromobility with transport services

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The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) is funding BiE with €2 million (US$2.2 million) under the federal program “Electric Mobility”. Via this system, customers of a car sharing company will be provided with an electric vehicle that is optimally charged for their purposes.

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Hyundai to offer Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle to LA-area retail customers in spring 2014; Honda, Toyota show latest FCV concepts targeting 2015 launch

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As Equus owners have enjoyed since its introduction in 2010, should a Tucson Fuel Cell require any service, a Hyundai dealer will pick up the vehicle and provide a loaner, then return their car after service to their home or business, at no charge. This also is why Honda is an enthusiastic participant in a federal program, H 2 USA.

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