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Ford Decides Against Dumping AM Radio

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Ford CEO Jim Farley took to social media on Tuesday to announce that the automaker is reversing a decision to remove AM radio from its vehicles. The alleged concern was that all-electric vehicles would interfere with the signal and that listening trends were moving away from the relevant bandwidth. Edward Markey, D-Mass.,

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Stellantis Patents Fake Engine Vibrations for EVs

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When Dodge previewed its Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust for the all-electric Charger Daytona SRT concept (pictured), enthusiasts were divided. But others felt it broke new ground in terms of vehicular sound design and would ensure electric cars could retain some of the magic of combustion vehicles.

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Fat Cars: Report Reveals What We Already Know About Vehicle Weight

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EV prices haven’t fallen as promised, battery mining turned out to be rather contentious, and the vehicles themselves continue getting heavier — resulting in some record-setting curb weights that are likely serving to undermine roadway health and automotive safety. Novel safety requirements also contribute to this trend.

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Killacycle World Record

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Rider Scotty Pollacheck piloted the wickedly fast all electric A123Systems NanoPhosphate battery powered motorcycle down the quarter mile in only 7.89 The motorcycle’s Hi-Torque Electric motor was adjusted to draw 1850 amps for this particular run. seconds blog entry here. seconds, ending with a top speed of 168 MPH.

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Self-Generation Nation – Solar Sales Soar Amid Escalating Energy Costs

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What’s more, with a hefty associated price tag, is it possible to further maximise efficiencies and reduce the payback on your investment. A smart home with minimal grid demand, autonomously powering your electric car, heating and hot water with completely free renewable energy. With almost 1.1 gigawatts. In result?

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Plug In America - Links and Resources

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Real Life EV Stories A Case for Electricity Plug In America Positions Energy Policy Frequently Asked Questions About Plug-in Buses Who Killed the Electric Car? Prop 87 Missed Opportunity RAVs to Keep Rolling in LA Holiday EVangelism ZEVTech Saving RAVs Holiday EVangelism Who Killed the Electric Car? Where Can I Buy One?

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GM's New Plan: Fewer Jobs, More Chevy Volt - Environmental Capital - WSJ

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