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EIA: China promoting both fuel efficiency and alternative-fuel vehicles to curb growing oil use

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To counter this trend triggered by China’s rapid motorization, the Chinese government is adopting a broad range of policies, including improvements in the fuel economy of new vehicles and the promotion of alternative-fuel vehicles, EIA notes. China vehicle sales and gasoline consumption. Source: EIA. Click to enlarge.

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Report from the REFF-Wall Street; Themes in Renewable Energy Finance

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Green Car Congress attended the Renewable Energy Finance Forum - Wall Street (REFF-Wall Street) conference (23-24 June) sponsored by Euromoney Energy Events and the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE). Other than the good news on oil consumption, very little was said in regards to transportation fuels. by Bill Cooke.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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However, the document not only provides a detailed look at the finances of the company, it also provides a quick recap of recent technology developments and some insight into the company’s immediate research priorities. The proprietary ZF axles weigh up to 34% less than, and improve fuel efficiency by 2% relative to, comparable axles.

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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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Charging infrastructure financing: Unlocking Up $4.5 Loan guarantees can be an important tool to commercialize innovative technologies because these projects may be unable to obtain full commercial financing due to the perceived risks associated with technology that has never been deployed at commercial scale in the United States.

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Opinion: 4 Things You Should Think About Before Buying a Sports Car

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Check and confirm if you can afford your car’s insurance premiums and maintenance fees for the high-performance engine. Crosscheck if your current earnings or savings can finance a down payment or monthly premiums and the fuel demand. Extra Costs. Often sports cars can end up as orphans, going out of production quickly.

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Researchers call for major change in US policies supporting plug-ins; failure of “mainstream consumer bias”

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These large investments presuppose that a dense, elaborate network of charging stations is required to meet the needs of mainstream PEV driver—and may be based on experience with other alternative fuel vehicles. Making loans and financing more accessible for PEV buyers.

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President’s Jobs Council recommends an “All-in” energy strategy; from fossil fuels and pipelines, to efficiency, renewables and vehicle electrification

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We need innovative, affordable and reliable energy solutions for the 21 st century, a set of investments that will meet our energy needs today while creating job opportunities and economic prosperity for our future. Establishing a Clean Energy Development Administration to help energy start-ups hurdle the financing valley of death.

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