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J.D. Power forecasts hybrid- and battery-electric vehicles will represent 7.3% of global auto sales in 2020

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Interest in HEVs and BEVs is driven by a dramatic reduction in or elimination of tailpipe emissions, and the increased fuel economy of these vehicle types helps reduce the world’s dependence on oil. Power said, more important are the personal financial implications of deciding to purchase an alternative-energy vehicle.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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The oil price shocks of the 1970s led the Brazilian government to address the strain high prices were placing on its fragile economy. Automobile manufacturers were given tax breaks to produce cars that ran on hydrous ethanol, and, by 1980, every automobile company in Brazil was following this lead. Donovan, CEO Renergie, Inc.

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GM, Segway to Make Vehicle - WSJ.com

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National Low Carbon Fuel Standard study releases major Technical Analysis and Policy Design reports; providing a scientific basis for policy decisions

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Very broadly, they found that an LCFS would buffer the economy against global oil price spikes, trim demand for petroleum, and lessen upward pressure on gas prices. Additional, complementary policies to address key underlying issues that are difficult to address with broad policy solutions such as a carbon tax or an LCFS are needed.

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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Tesla Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript: April 23, 2024

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There is no meaningful limit to the size of the economy. Lars Moravy: I think Elon mentioned in the opening remarks, but, as he mentioned, we’re updating our future people lineup to accelerate the launch of our low-cost vehicles in a more tax-efficient way. It doesn’t feel like it, it feels like you’re one person, but no.

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