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Tesla dominates top four spots in most-driven EVs survey

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It appears EV drivers prefer a larger cabin for the more miles driven in a given year, as the two Tesla models that led the pack were an SUV and a Crossover, respectively. Analyst Karl Brauer said that range anxiety “continues to impact how consumers utilize their EVs. based chargers are specific to Tesla drivers.

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EPA, DOT Propose New Fuel Economy Labels; Addressing GHG Emissions, Fuel Consumption and Advanced Technology Vehicles

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From left to right: EV, PHEV, gasoline/diesel, gasoline/diesel. The new design will also provide consumers with an estimate of the expected fuel cost savings over five years compared to an average gasoline-powered vehicle of the same model year. Four samples of the first proposed label design with the letter grade.

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Report: Mitsubishi Planning 2M (US$22K) EV by FY 2012

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Mitsubishi Motors will also work with the suppliers of motors, rechargers and other parts to reduce component numbers, making volume production easier. Mitsubishi is also targeting an increase in automated manufacturing processes for EVs to about 10% of total assembly—on par with gasoline-fueled vehicles—from the current 2%.

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4,400 Chevrolet Volt Owners to be Eligible for Free Home 240V Charging Stations

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That total includes 4,400 home charge stations for Volt owners; 2,600 as part of The EV Project from ECOtality, and 1,800 as part of the ChargePoint America project from Coulomb Technologies. The Chevrolet Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability, designed to drive up to 350 miles without stopping to recharge or refuel.

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

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The Fit EV concept. President and CEO Takanobu Ito unveiled the Fit EV Concept electric vehicle and the platform for a mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Honda Fit EV. When the Fit EV production model is introduced, it will be powered by a lithium-ion battery and coaxial electric motor.

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GM Extends EV Development with S. Korean Demo Fleet of Battery-Electric Chevrolet Cruzes; LG Chem Batteries, LG Electronics Propulsion Systems

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The Cruze EV is equipped with a 31 kWh battery that generates maximum power of 150 kW. On a standard household 220-volt outlet, the Cruze EV can be fully recharged in 8 to 10 hours. The Cruze EV demo fleet will be powered by batteries from LG Chem and propulsion systems (motor/inverter) from LG Electronics.

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Peugeot to Introduce iMiEV-Based EV, Two HYbrid4 Concepts at Frankfurt Show

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On the heels of the recently-signed EV cooperation agreement between Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and PSA Peugeot Citroën ( earlier post ), Peugeot will introduce the “iOn” EV—based on the Mitsubishi i-MiEV ( earlier post )—at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor show. Tags: Electric (Battery) Hybrids. The Peugeot iOn.

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