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Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy 2018: Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid plug-in minivan

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In 2011, Green Car Reports launched an award for the new car, or family of cars, that represented the best green vehicle introduced for the model year. The Nissan Leaf won that year because it was the sole affordable battery-electric vehicle on the market.

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EU Industry Ministers Call for Harmonized EV Charging and Safety Standards by Mid-2011

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In addition, the ministers, in their communication, urged European standardization bodies to develop, as a matter of priority by mid-2011, a harmonized solution for the interoperability between electric vehicles and the charging infrastructure and to address safety risks and electromagnetic compatibility.

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Pike Research forecasts China plug-in market to reach 152,000 units/year by 2017, falling short of government targets; BEVs to dominate

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New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Industry Development Plan (2011-2020), announced in June 2010, is targeting a domestic production capability of 1 million NEVs (with PEVs accounting for 50%) during the period of 2011 to 2015 and 5 million NEV unit sales by 2020. Recharging infrastructure and vehicle and technical standards are lacking.

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DOD awards EaglePicher $22M under DPA Title III to expand Li-ion production capabilities; 250 Wh/kg

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The original solicitation for the LIMA project was in 2011. The program goal assures the affordable production of critical items deemed essential for national defense, alleviating concerns regarding market volatility and uncertainty within the current international market for Li-Ion.

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Toyota outlines eco-car plans, battery research progress

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Launch preparations call for road trials in Japan, US and Europe starting in 2011. Launch in China is also being considered, with road trials planned for 2011. Although currently a price under ¥10 million (US$120,000) seems attainable, TMC aims to further reduce costs to bring the vehicle to market at a more-affordable price.

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UK Govt identifies first 9 electric drive vehicles eligible for grants of up to 5K

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The grant will be available to motorists across the UK from 1 January 2011, reducing the cost of eligible cars by a quarter, up to a maximum of £5,000. More will follow next year. Now they are a reality and we can have all the convenience of the car without all the carbon that normally goes with it.

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Tips: 5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Your EV?

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2011 Nissan Leaf – What’s it worth? Sellers also can’t afford to set prices too high or too low, as people often see that as a red flag. You should also teach them about the best EV recharging habits and locations if it’s their first electric one. The first thing you should do is research their auto’s book value.