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GM's New Plan: Fewer Jobs, More Chevy Volt - Environmental Capital - WSJ

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News Heard on the Street Obamas First 100 Days Weekend Europe WSJ. In the near term, that pretty much boils down to the Volt, GM said: Very importantly, development and testing of the Chevy Volt extended-range electric car remains on track for start of production by the end of 2010 and arrival in Chevrolet dealer showrooms soon thereafter.

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Chrysler's first electric car to be two-seat sports car - Apr. 15, 2009

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Some will be electric-only, others will be extended-range vehicles in which a gasoline engine will generate electricity on board after about 40 miles of driving on a fully charged battery. More How healthy are your finances? They will also differ greatly in terms of vehicle type. 5.90 / 0.07% Nasdaq 1,673.07 24.17% CBS Corp 6.76

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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The head of Chryslers ENVI division, Lou Rhodes, told AutoblogGreen this morning that Chrysler is marketing this battery-only version of the van to commercial fleet customers who typically have shorter range requirements. The extended-range version will be focused on retail customers. Let lenders compete for your business!

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

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For extended range I guess one could carry a fairly modest generator set in the trunk to avoid ever being stranded. Automotive.coms auto loan locator can help you get a lower new car finance rate. million investment into fuel cell technology Tohe on Obama outlines high-speed rail plan for U.S.