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US DOE progress report says 1M plug-ins by 2015 ambitious but achievable; not likely to be constrained by production capacity

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Think City EV. Uncertainties about EVs—including their resale value, range and availability of convenient charging facilities— may impose sales barriers. Nissan LEAF EV. SEV Newton EV. Tesla Model S EV. Tesla Roadster EV. Cumulative Total.

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Survey Finds Potential EV Customers Would Trade Range for Price

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Electric car maker THINK released results of a customer survey that found that 50% of potential EV buyers responding would be willing to accept 70-80 miles range if it reduced the cost of the vehicle by $5,000. The survey also indicated that potential electric vehicle customers would be willing to pay more for extended range.

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A More Detailed Look at a Prismatic Li-ion Cell and Pack Manufacturing Process

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EnerDel is scheduled to ship its first cells and packs for the Think City EV on 1 March 2010. The lithium-ion version of the THINK vehicle will have 384 cells in its 25 kWh battery pack and a range of more than 100 miles. range depending upon chemistry and conditions. Assumptions behind cost calculations.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

However, because of the duty cycle used by the Postal Service, which generally amounts to only about 18-20 miles per day on a fixed route, these vehicles are being built without the range extender seen on the concept. The extended-range version will be focused on retail customers. Follow us on Twitter!

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Price tag: about $25,000, made from 95% recyclable materials with a top speed of 65 miles per hour and range of 110 miles per charge. Think is also working closely with the Brussel based Eurelectric , the European union of electricity industry. Think has established a U.S. Think has also established partnerships in the U.S.

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Greenlings: Benefits of charging stations vs. battery swaps vs. home charging

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

It eliminates waiting in lines or out of order machinery and gives you the benefit of your vehicles full range right from your doorstep. If cost is an important consideration, than charging your EV at home is a no-brainer as it cuts out any profit-hungry middlemen. You could sit in your vehicle while the operation takes place.