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London Calling: Congestion Charge Recharges Electric Cars

Plugs and Cars

India's Reva was first into the market with the G-Wiz. Mitsubishi could be the first with cars for sale if the UK distributor has its way. Thanks in large part to Mayor "Red Ken" Livingstone, who enacted London's much criticized congestion charge policy in 2003. And now major automakers appear almost ready to get in on the action.

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Who is winning the green car race? Part II. The Green Piece

Green Cars News

It accelerates from 0-60mph in a mere 3.9seconds, and, according to Tesla’s analysis, is ‘twice as efficient’ as the Toyota Prius. Thanks to a $528million Federal loan the company will also begin work on ‘Project NINA’ to design and assemble a second-generation saloon car for sale in 2012.

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