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DAIHEN leverages WiTricity wireless charging technology for solar-powered mobility demo in Japan

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WiTricity’s technology for wireless power transfer over distance was central to a next-generation electric mobility demonstration in Osaka, Japan, led by DAIHEN Corporation, a global leader in electric power transmission. DAIHEN recently launched a demonstration with Kansai Electric Power Co.

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Koreas CTT To Manufacture Electric Vehicles in US

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By the fourth quarter of 2009, the company expects to begin selling c-Zone utility EVs for commercial and government applications as well the e-Zone City Drive EVs. The c-Zone is based on a golf cart chassis and uses a 48V, 3.5 Vehicles will range in price from US$8,000 to $16,000 fully equipped. The e-Zone uses a 72V, 5.0

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

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Massive government subsidies are upending commercial considerations. They are either glorified golf cart city cars like this one or they are only for the very wealthy like the Tesla. Apr 25 01:04 PM | Link | Reply HerrHansa 12 Comments A golf cart with a nice body, for more than the price of a decked out Mini.