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Honda CEO: Honda Studying Battery Electric Commuter Car, But Holds Fuel Cell Vehicle as the Ultimate Eco-car

Green Car Congress

In his remarks prior to the unveiling of the new CR-Z hybrid ( earlier post ), Honda Motor President and CEO Takanobu Ito said that the company has taken up the challenge to reduce CO 2 emissions through advancing various electromotive technologies. “ Battery technology continues to be a barrier to mass market use. But make no mistake.

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Junkyard Find: 1986 BMW 325es

The Truth About Cars

The 325es was the quickest of the US-market 3 Series cars of 1986, since its two-door configuration made it 11 pounds lighter than the 325e sedan. The official price tag for the 1986 325es was $21,950, which comes to about $60,450 now. You could get the limited-slip differential as a $370 option on the 325e ($1,019 after inflation).

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Acura ZDX S-Line first drive: A smooth, comfy ride, but it doesn’t scream ‘performance EV’ [Video]

Baua Electric

Acura has officially launched its first-ever BEV – the ZDX, and we at Electrek got the invite to Montecito, California, to test drive the top-tier S-Line trim of the crossover SUV. Acura did many things right in its first venture into electrification, but is it worthy of the performance grade the Honda division is known for?

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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

Clean Fleet Report

It gives us a chance to relate a brief experience with a gaggle of cars whose price tags totaled well beyond a million dollars. Acura TLX Type S. Acura TLX Type S. Honda Civic Sport. Honda Civic Touring. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

Clean Fleet Report

We update this list regularly because the market is changing so quickly. We’ll try to keep this up-to-date as the EV market continues to evolve. Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. Let us know what you think.

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

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Some of the new and updated models, such as a battery-powered version of Geelys Panda hatchback, may hit the market as early as October, and in some cases they might carry price tags low enough for farmers and other rural residents with limited financial means. Tags: evdriven. Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co.

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