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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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Direct Petroleum Displacement by Liquid Alternative Fuels in Vehicle Applications. Currently interior permanent magnet (IPM) motors are used for hybrid designs because of their high efficiency, specific-power (kW/kg) and power density (kW/l). A 33% percent reduction in energy consumption for heating/cooling of vehicle occupants.

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Stimulus Bill Provides Major Increase in Plug-in Vehicle Purchase Credit Program

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Under current law, a credit is available for each new qualified fuel cell vehicle, hybrid vehicle, advanced lean burn technology vehicle, and alternative fuel vehicle placed in service by a taxpayer during the taxable year. The Senate is expected to vote on the bill Friday as well. Tax Credits for Plug-ins.

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