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Volkswagen and Audi launch sustainability programs for US introduction of e-Golf BEV and A3 e-tron PHEV; carbon offsets with 3Degrees and solar energy

Green Car Congress

These begin with an investment in carbon reduction projects via a partnership with 3Degrees to offset emissions created from e-Golf production, distribution and from the estimated emissions produced from keeping the vehicle charged through the initial 36,000 miles of its life. Charging Solutions.

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GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

Green Car Congress

The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.

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Honda signs E-KIZUNA project agreement with City of Saitama for EV, PHEV and electric scooter testing; new household gas cogen unit with more efficient EXlink engine

Green Car Congress

In this project managed by the city of Saitama, Honda and Saitama will test the urban use of electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrid vehicles and electric scooters. Constructing an electric charging safety net. (In Japanese, kizuna means the ties that connect people to each other.). Household cogeneration unit going on sale.

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Tuesday, 10 Feb 09 - PHEV Day 135. "Spirit of DC" Runs to Automotive Shop at Cuyamaca Community College for a 'Show & Shine' Presentation

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

Cheers PHEV3A'rs, EVADC's, and EVnthusiasts, One & All - After so much weather in California, commonly known as rain elsewhere, the "Spirit of DC" was charged and ready for a Tuesday run over to Cuyamaca Community College for a show & shine display, courtesy of Diesel & Electronics Instructor Jim "P" Hannibal.