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GE and Nissan Get Into Smart Charging

Revenge of the Electric Car

As these plug-in vehicles come to market, though, people in the auto and utility industries say there still are a few issues that need to be cleared up to make the transition smooth for car owners. Tags: EV Chargers GE lithium-ion batteries Nissan. The automaker plans to start delivery of the car in the U.S.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

Green Car Congress

This opinion piece originally appeared in the Field-to-Pump blog, published by Renergie, Inc. ]. The Brazilian government’s dedication to the ethanol industry declined and incentives given by the government wore off, causing hydrous ethanol-fueled vehicle production to decline in the late 1980s to early 1990s. by Brian J. Conclusion.

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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America

Current EV

To improve the public charging station experience, EV drivers are looking for improved turnaround time and utility while “refueling.” While most EV drivers agree that their vehicle makes for a smarter decision long-term, as cost savings on fuel balance the higher upfront price tag, drivers overall are less confident in this benefit.

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GM, Segway to Make Vehicle - WSJ.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

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Volvo Unveils Compact EX30 All-Electric SUV

The Truth About Cars

Most models are aimed at the affluent, resulting in 9,000-pound behemoths with six-figure price tags. Becoming the smallest vehicle in Volvo’s fleet means the EX30 utilizes less material overall. The manufacturer has also made it clear that the vehicle utilizes recyclable and renewable components where possible.

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Electric Cars and a Smarter Grid - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Vehicle-to-grid is, I believe, the salvation of the automotive industry in the United States,” declared Marc Spitzer, an agency commissioner who was also on the panel. Facing up to the end of their traditional business model, utilities are mapping a long-term survival strategy. While utilities such as E.ON

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GM: Putting 1M Plug-ins on the Road Will Require a Plug-In Ecosystem

Green Car Congress

Those wishing to participate will be able to tie into the multi-site webchat from Green Car Congress tomorrow, as well as directly on GM’s FastLane Blog , the EV World site, or the GM-Volt site. Utilities do it; or. Bookmark this post and return to it tomorrow if you wish to participate, the viewer is at the bottom. Source: EPRI.

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