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Indianapolis plans to add 425 PHEVs and BEVs to municipal fleet by 2016

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The new Indy fleet vehicles will include 100% electric models, such as the Nissan LEAF, as well as plug-in hybrid models like the Chevrolet Volt and the Ford Fusion Energi, which offer extended range. The Indy fleet would be the largest municipal fleet of electrified vehicles in the US. Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard.

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Ford Fusion plug-in hybrid earns top marks for safety

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Worried that the latest generation of alternative fuel vehicles can''t possibly match the safety standards of today''s vehicles? Well, it''s time to think again if the standards of the Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid (pictured) are to be followed. The 2013 model has earned the five-star vehicle scor[.].

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President’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9B for DOE; 9% boost over FY 2015 enacted; $793M (2.7%) for sustainable transportation

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420 million for fusion energy sciences, $48 million below the FY 2015 Enacted level, to understand the behavior of matter at high temperatures and densities and to develop fusion as a future energy source, including funding for the U.S. contribution to the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project.

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Boston police make green switch

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It is possible that cities and towns that apply to the Department of Energy Resources could be reimbursed for a portion of the cost difference between hybrids and alternative fuel vehicles and their conventional counterparts. A Ford Fusion Hybrid is due to arrive in the department next month.

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DOE releases five-year strategic plan, 2014-2018; supporting “all of the above” energy strategy

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To provide more diverse vehicle and fuel options, DOE will continue to develop advanced batteries and fuel cells, encourage vehicle electrification, and work with partners to address barriers to widespread adoption of all-electric-drive vehicles. Support environmentally responsible development, delivery and use of.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

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More importantly, will feature more than 50 of the newest hybrids and alternative. fuel vehicles including hybrids, modern clean-diesel, electric, hydrogen fuel cell and ethanol powered vehicles. Modern, clean diesel vehicles are becoming a competitive hybrid alternative. Ford Fusion Hybrid. Ford Fusion SE/SEL E85.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

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We liked this design best with the dark exterior colors of Fusion Black, Gravity Gray, Shadow Matte Gray and the very attractive Jungle Green that is only available on the Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD model. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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