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FEV Showcased Partner and Internal Advanced Hybrid Development Projects at SAE World Congress; Demonstrations of Capability

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The HUMMER H3 was commissioned by Raser ( earlier post ) as part of its lead role in the Plug-in Hybrid Development Consortium , formed in 2005. Pcific Gas & Electric will buy two this year ( earlier post ), and West said that they have some 12,000 soft orders from utilities for a truck version of the H3 ReEV drivetrain (e.g.,

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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Monthly new vehicle market share for hybrids. Hybrids had an especially good month, with reported sales jumping 31.8% Hybrid gains were largely due to an increase in Prius sales (up 29.7% to 19,173 units) and Ford hybrids (up 323% to 5,353 units). Monthly sales of hybrids. Click to enlarge. to 443, 297 units.

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Flash Drive: 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup

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If you have driven any electric vehicle, you know the acceleration is quick, with manufacturers trying to outdo each other with the shortest time to 60 or 100 mph. Overall, while comfortable and providing good sight-lines, there is a lot of plastic that doesn’t jibe with the $110,000+ price tag. They have done it, and it is electric.

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Want a Free Chevy Bolt? EV Life Can Help You Use EV Incentives to Save Big

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GM has been one of the pioneers of electric vehicles, introducing the General Motors EV1 back in 1996 and the groundbreaking Chevy Volt in 2010. California Electric Car Rebates Clean Vehicle Rebate Program: $7,500 California has a variety of programs incentivizing EV purchases that can help consumers purchase a Chevy Bolt EV or EUV.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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The Volt is, and always has been, more than than an electric car. GM will leapfrog Toyota and Honda by providing an electric car to the masses by the end of next year. It also offers eight hybrid models. Wired Home Subscribe Sections Cars 2.0 The Obama Administration doesnt understand that. Thats short-sighted.

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