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WVU NAFTC partners with Tesla Motors for professional development and electric drive vehicle first responder safety training

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The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC) will hold its upcoming Electric Drive Vehicle First Responder Safety Training at the Tesla Motors headquarters in Palo Alto, Calif. The other train-the-trainer sessions have occurred at past NAFTC events in Gallagher, W. Scheduled for 6-7 Dec., Morgantown, W.

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WVU Center develops electric drive and alternative fuel vehicle smart phone app and training program for first responders

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Because more consumers are choosing electric drive or alternative fuel vehicles, first responders must understand the differences between these and conventional, gasoline-powered vehicles. Electric drive and alternative fuel vehicles are as safe as conventional vehicles, but they are different.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Promote electric vehicle adoption by increasing access to charging infrastructure and supporting the development of plug-in electric vehicles that are as accessible, available, and convenient as gasoline-powered vehicles. Tesla Motors, Inc. Stanford University (research partner and advisory board). University of Texas at Austin.

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Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

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The converted RAV4 is the result of the partnership between Toyota and Tesla Motors announced in May 2010; Toyota has contracted for 2,600 units. Compared with the gasoline-powered RAV4, at 0.35 Toyota held its first media briefing and drive for the RAV4 EV ( earlier post ), due to go on sale later this year in California.

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"Spirit of DC" Taking on Las Vegas EVA, Monday Eve, 24 November 2008

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

The LVEVA members who attended the EVent felt really grateful to Jerry for all his good work in spreading the word about alternative transportation possibilities. By not employing the gasoline engine to recharge the lead-acid pack, the “electric-only” range of the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery pack is extended from one mile to about 10 miles.

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Spirit of DC - PHEV3A - Untitled Article

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

About 30 people gathered to greet their arrival and media coverage of the event was provided by KVVU-TV, the local Fox network affiliate. In the evening, the couple checked into the Element Hotel where a reception was staged for them by the hotel owner, who was a sponsor for the national event. The Element Hotels are built to U.S.

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Technology Review: First Plug-in Hybrid to Be Sold in the United States

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

After that, an onboard gasoline generator kicks on to recharge the battery, extending the range by 250 miles between fill-ups. A number of other plug-in hybrids, including models from GM, Chrysler, and Toyota, are scheduled to come out in the next few years.