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Riversimple introduces Rasa prototype two-seater fuel cell vehicle; 300 miles on 1.5kg H2; production version in 2018

Green Car Congress

million) EU grant, Riversimple will be conducting a public 12-month Beta trial of 20 Rasa prototype cars as part of the continued development of the first full production model which will come to market in 2018. Starting later this year, following funding to match a €2-million (US$2.23

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2024 Toyota GR Corolla Pricing Revealed, New Trim and Performance Parts

The Truth About Cars

Though that issue may be improving as Toyota ramps up production and adds a new trim that’s clearly targeting how most people were already configuring the rally inspired hatchback. With production numbers also poised to come up, it’s all looking like good news. Pricing is only pitching upward by a few hundred bucks.

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Built to compete with the best of them

Electric Auto Association

The cars have come a long way since we purchased the original LEAF, which was a simple commuter's car; now the whole industry is moving into futuristic transportation. I give Tesla credit for shifting the industry and for continuing to produce some of the best products. The car’s sensual curves are breathtaking.

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What EPA vehicle standards are and what they mean for you

Plug in America

Over the next several years, these standards will continue to trend toward cleaner cars. You may notice more hybrid pickup trucks , more available models of all-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, and increased production of smaller fuel-efficient vehicles. Also, 37% percent of households have more than one car.

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Reflections on Converting a 914 to an EV

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

People feel connected when they can contribute to another person's success and I found no end to help for this project. I purchased the kit as a no-gasoline commuter car solution. The DC kit is better for a fast car, the AC kit better for smoother driving and (possibly) longer range, although that has yet to be proven.

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Meeting the Founder of PMV Electric - India's Electric Micro Car

Plug In India

It will also help standardize the product for both LHD and RHD markets. But what makes me fall in love with the vehicle is the width - at 1100 mm, it will be the narrowest car on Indian roads. Production is supposed to be happening in a Chakan facility. Comfort levels of the EaS-E have to be better than both these products.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Hopefully the funding was from the same place as well… 2 Bill C said on March 13th, 2009 at 1:21 pm I think a few billion should be taken out of the Detroit bailout and give some capital to all of the electric car companies. The tango (commuter cars) says they only need 50 million to become profitable. About Gas 2.0

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