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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

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"From what we have seen so far, [Chinese electric vehicle] technology is not that advanced" in terms of things like battery life, driving range and recharging, said Nick Reilly, head of GM Asia-Pacific operations, on Monday. Mitsubishi to help Oregon build. BYD has said it is aware of these issues and is working resolve them.

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Why Warren Buffett is investing in electric car company BYD - Apr. 13, 2009

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A chemist and government researcher, Wang raised some $300,000 from relatives, rented about 2,000 square meters of space, and set out to manufacture rechargeable batteries to compete with imports from Sony and Sanyo. The day after Fortunes visit to BYD, Oregon Gov. He certainly doesnt live a very lavish lifestyle. 24.17% CBS Corp 6.76

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