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Honda launches new environmental leadership award “Green Dealer” program for Honda and Acura dealers in US

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has established a “Green Dealer” program for its independently-owned Honda and Acura automobile dealers in the United States. Ten dealers have already received the award, 18 more have applied to be in the program, and more than 200 dealers have independently developed initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.

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Ford triples number of US dealers certified to sell plug-in vehicles

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Ford has tripled to more than 200 the number of US dealers certified to sell its lineup of plug-in electrified vehicles, including the new C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid that is on sale now and delivers the equivalent of 105 mpg combined in electric mode. Ford recently began production of the C-MAX Energi at its Michigan Assembly Plant.

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Ford unveils all-electric F-100 Eluminator concept with new EV crate motor customers can now buy

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M-9000-MACH-E, the e-crate motor is now available at authorized Ford parts warehouse dealers or online at Ford Performance Parts. It’s the first of what will become a growing portfolio of performance parts and accessories for Ford electric vehicles.

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Hyundai upgrading Bluelink connected car services technology; Connected Routing, Last Mile Navigation

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The user must then click on the icon and a full list of on- and off-street parking is then shown on the map. A green dot signifies relatively low prices, while a red dot shows where prices are higher. One kilometer before the vehicle arrives at its destination, a parking icon pops up on the screen.

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EFG Companies launches MAP Electric Vehicle Protection for EV customers; 11 years, 150k miles

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This new exclusionary vehicle service contract is designed to meet the unique needs of electric vehicle owners and help dealers diversify their revenue streams through both the F&I office and the service drive. It also provides roadside assistance, rental reimbursement, and trip interruption benefits. Morgan and Edison Electric Institute: 1.2

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Ford increasing EV-certified dealerships in US to 900; 3,405 plug-in vehicles sold in total so far

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Ford will have one-third of its US dealers in all 50 states—more than 900— certified to sell the Focus Electric battery electric vehicle (BEV) and C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) by spring. Fusion Energi—Ford’s second production plug-in hybrid—recently began shipping to dealers.

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First 2014 Chevrolet Spark EVs Now At CA, Oregon Dealers

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Add one more battery-electric vehicle to the list of electric cars for sale in California (if not the rest of the U.S.). The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV is now available for purchase or lease at several dealerships in northern and southern California, as well as a few in Oregon.

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