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Video Friday: Monocycle Robot With Legs

Cars That Think

Paper ] via [ EPFL LIS ] Nissan announces the concept model of “Iruyo”, a robot that supports babysitting while driving. Nissan and Akachan Honpo are working on a project to make life better with cars and babies. Nissan and Akachan Honpo are working on a project to make life better with cars and babies.

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Hertz Adds Chevy Volt To Car-Sharing Service, Targets Students

Green Car Reports

Car rental firm Hertz got in there early with electric cars, saying as far back as 2010 it would put the Nissan Leaf on its fleet. A Chevrolet Volt has joined the University of Connecticut's car-sharing fleet, as part of the Hertz On Demand.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

Green Car Congress

35 new businesses, non-profits, universities, and utilities signing on to DOE’s Workplace Charging Challenge and committing to provide electric vehicle charging access for their workforce. Connecticut Green Bank. Binghamton University (State University of New York). Binghamton University (State University of New York).

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DOE fuel cell market report shows continued growth, with sales surpassing $1.3B worldwide in 2013

Green Car Congress

Several automakers announced partnerships to advance fuel cell electric vehicles, including Daimler, Ford, and Nissan ( earlier post ); Honda and General Motors ( earlier post ); Toyota and BMW ( earlier post ); and Volkswagen and Ballard Power Systems ( earlier post ). Earlier post.). Many automakers anticipate commercialization by 2017.

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