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Scrappage Scheme Moving Forward in US Congress

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Dingell, Congresswoman Betty Sutton, Congressman Jay Inslee, and Congressman Bart Stupak reached an agreement on a “Cash for Clunkers” scrappage program. Under the proposal, consumers may trade in their older vehicles and receive vouchers worth up to $4,500 to help pay for new, more fuel efficient cars and trucks.

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Perspective: Drive Star Conversion Program Could Cut US Oil Use in Half by 2020

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We know we eventually need to kick our addiction to costly, dangerous fossil fuels. At last we will begin our recovery from fossil fuel addiction. Cash for Conversions” will start by fixing many of our 100 million trucks, vans, and buses. At last we have ways to get far within a few years, not over decades!

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Can Electric Vehicles Speed Up As The Economy Slows Down?

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Silent engines, positive impact on the environment, and decreased fuel costs are all reasons for this transition to EVs. Moreover, with the massive drop in oil prices , gas-powered vehicles are more economical to operate, which makes it harder to argue that EVs will help drivers save money on fuel.

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