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OECD paper presents and analyzes policies and programs to foster market growth of green cars

Green Car Congress

Given the specific barriers, suggests author Andrea Beltramello, there is a role for government to support the development and diffusion of green vehicles, including through policies to strengthen the markets for green cars. Alternative fuels include biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen and electricity from the grid.

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Tesla engineer leaves, Electra Meccanica e-Roadster, and oil vs electric-car charging: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Oil companies begin fighting for a share of electric-car charging dollars. And financing for lithium may be more of an issue than supplies. All of this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla vehicle engineer Doug Field will not return to the automaker. Electra Meccanica plans a new e-Roadster.

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The Many Benefits of V2G Charging

EV Connect

Drivers are only beginning to tap into another big benefit: vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging. What Is Vehicle-to-Grid Charging? V2G tech is a subset of bidirectional charging technology, which is any type of charging hardware and software that allows an electric vehicle to pass its stored energy to another destination.

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GM electric plans, Faraday's future, expanding charger access: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

GM plans to announce a major shift in manufacturing that could benefit electric cars. Charging networks join forces. And Faraday Future loses a key executive in financing turmoil. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Chevrolet introduced a concept electric drag racer.

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European Automotive Industry Outlines RD Priorities for EU Green Car Initiative

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European automotive suppliers and vehicle manufacturers have united to submit a series of R&D priorities to the European Commission to shape the European Green Car Initiative (EGCI), announced by the EU. The Green Car Initiative, a part of the European economic recovery plan, aims to allocate €5 billion (US$6.7

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RAV4 EV Pricing, Volvo Concepts & More Charging: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Today on GreenCar Reports: The RAV4 EV gets a price cut, Volvo unveils its stunning Concept Coupe, and fast-charging is set for massive growth. All this and more in today''s car news, right here on Green Car Reports. Kia has also announced.'

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Will you save money if you buy a green car? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

Drivers are increasingly letting their wallet rule their car buying decisions with more motorists than ever before opting for a green car over a conventional alternative. However, will green cars really save you money? The Green Piece. suggests that drivers should think twice before going green.