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Volkswagen Group to invest €51.6B over next five years; seeking to make itself future-proof

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The Group will continue driving forward the development of hybrid and electric motors in particular. The joint ventures in China are not consolidated and are not included in the above figures. Tags: Engines Hybrids Market Background Motors Vehicle Manufacturers. These companies will invest a total of €10.6 billion (US$14.5

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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The only upgrade is the Plaid version that features even faster acceleration from three motors, producing sub-two second 0-60 runs. Volkswagen Group (which includes VW, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley in the U.S.) Tesla found the volume (after some initial stumbles) that has moved the company toward fiscal stability.

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Can the UK lead the green car charge? The Green Piece

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Vauxhall is also considered one of the leading contenders to win the contract to produce General Motors’ new electric car the Chevrolet Volt, which has been previewed in Europe under the name of the Vauxhall/Opel Ampera (pictured). Tags: MINI Nissan The Green Piece Toyota Vauxhall. Faye Sunderland.

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New EV electric car calendar

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Alpha Ace Coupe – imagine a full-sized Aussie Racing Car but with an electric motor instead of a bike engine. Aston Martin Valhalla – AMG V8 engine heavily tweaked by Aston Martin topped off with two electric motors. Alpha Wolf – cool compact American ute looks to the rough stuff with retro-infused design.

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GM, Segway to Make Vehicle - WSJ.com

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