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President Obama issues Memorandum on Federal fleet performance to push for alternative fueled vehicles; GSA pilot project on EV purchases

Green Car Congress

Contracts were awarded for Chevrolet, Nissan, and Think City vehicles. million gallons of gasoline, or 385,000 barrels of oil. Offers were evaluated utilizing four factors: technical capability; management capability; past performance; and price. These vehicles will be eligible for the initial purchase.

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EV Briefs, and Black Rock City & EVs

Plugs and Cars

Although Black Rock City probably has the worst air in the west during its brief annual existence, it is where I had my first electric transport epiphany. The electric sofas and scooters were so much cooler - and quieter - than the gasoline powered stinkers that predominate.

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Are You Plugged In?

Revenge of the Electric Car

Some of the most talked-about electric vehicles are slated to debut later this year and can travel at least 100 miles on a single charge (even if some of them run on an auxiliary gasoline engine when the battery runs low). A: Think Global’s Think City. Match the auto maker with its electric car: A. Tesla Motors.

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