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Germany launches EV plan

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’ Here is the full text of the entire article, in case the link goes bad: [link]. China, for example, plans to build around one million battery-powered vehicles per year from 2012 onwards, fueled by generous incentives for both car makers and consumers. Tags: International Projects Germany. By Christoph Rauwald.

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Cash for Volts?

Revenge of the Electric Car

Here’s the text of the entire article, in case the link goes bad: [link]. Fast chargers, operating at 480 volts, available at public facilities, would allow drivers to charge vehicles on the go, removing the anxiety about the limited range of today’s battery-powered cars, coalition members added.

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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. Related Articles UK electric car buyers to get £5,000.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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Posted by: TR Bob | Apr 13, 2009 6:39:06 PM The EV1 was a cynical strategy GM developed and produced just long enough to appease the Cal Air Quality Board -- until, that is, they could engineer a change in the regulations. Toyota Prius modders have already been adding larger batteries so the vehicle can run on battery power.

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