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PIP Declares Victory

Plug In Partners

Automobile pollutants are one of the largest contributors to climate changing emissions. The vehicle will be recharged at night, plugged into a standard home outlet. it stands for “Build Your Dreams”—claims to supply 65 percent of the world’s nickel-cadmium batteries, and 30 percent of its lithium ion mobile phone batteries.

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

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

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. The mines in Canada where the nickel & cadmium are mined is one of the most polluted places on Earth. The car is expected to cost around $40,000.

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