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2014 Tesla Model S: Killing 3 Versions, 2 Colors, Some Options

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In an effort to simplify its assembly process and boost production rates, Tesla Motors has streamlined its 2014 Tesla Model S electric-car lineup and eliminated several variants.

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Toyota and Lexus partner with WattTime to offer lower emissions EV charging program

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WattTime, founded in 2014, provides information to everyone from power utilities to individual users on the best forecasted times to pull electricity from the grid for the smallest carbon footprint. Last year Toyota launched the all-new BEV crossover, the bZ4X. Toyota also offers PHEV vehicle options with the Prius Prime and RAV4 Prime.

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EPA Fuel Economy Guide available now

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have teamed up to release the 2014 Fuel Economy Guide - offering motorists important insight into finding the most appropriate fuel efficient vehicle for their needs. Within the guide are top 10 lists that give consu[.]. Latest News Green cars'

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GM expands access of OnStar Vehicle Insights telematics solution to non-GM vehicles

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The OnStar Vehicle Insights Fleet Adapter, created by GM’s Global Innovation team, plugs into the OBD-II port of non-GM vehicles, as well as GM vehicles built without OnStar hardware and model year 2014 or older GM vehicles. Daily Trip Summaries: Allow drivers to maintain and reference trip history in an organized manner.

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Freescale announces new high-end powertrain microcontroller; 3x performance of prior high-end unit

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With this offering, Freescale now offers seamless scalability from 2.5 Alpha samples of the MPC5777M MCU are available now. Alpha samples of the MPC5744K are available now, with general market samples planned for availability in 2014. General market samples are planned for Q3 2013.

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Reaction Design introduces model fuel library resulting from work of Model Fuels Consortium

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Volume 1 of the library, available now, includes: Improved fundamental models for C 0 to C 4 hydrocarbons, enabling accurate prediction of flame propagation, auto-ignition and emissions. Volume 3, planned for December 2014, will include a reduced (lumped) soot model for CFD and new bio-diesel components.

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California issues draft plan for more efficient, less polluting freight system

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California’s freight-dependent industries accounted for more than $740 billion in revenue and more than 5 million jobs in 2014. The Draft Action Plan is available now for stakeholder and public feedback through 6 July 2016.