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Rhode Island Launches Hybrid-Electric License Plates For EMT Safety

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Hybrid and electrified cars may be good for the environment, but they can pose a danger to first responders. That''s why Rhode Island plans to issue special license plates that identify a vehicle as an.'

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Rhode Island Receiving More Than $24.2M in Recovery Funding for Transit Hybrids

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The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority ( RIPTA ) will receive more than $24.2 million to purchase twenty new, 40-foot hybrid buses and to upgrade 10 trolleys to hybrid propulsion. Established in 1966, RIPTA is authorized to operate public transit services throughout the State of Rhode Island.

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Rhode Island’s DRIVE EV program encourages sustainable transport

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Rhode Island is offering new incentives to encourage the purchase of electric vehicles with its new DRIVE EV program. Tesla victorious in Rhode Island after state approves license to sell direct DRIVE EV offers rebates of up to $2,500 for car buyers who purchase or lease a new fully-electric or fuel-cell EV.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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They knew about hybrids and after a couple of times riding in our Prius, they decided to pull the trigger on two 2006s with 180k km (112k miles). What is it like to drive a hybrid? There is no need for a starter motor nor clutch in Toyota’s hybrid system. But don’t worry if your hybrid battery needs servicing.

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Toyota announces priority registration website for Prius Plug-In Hybrid

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announced the introduction of a new Online Order System that will launch later this year for the all-new Prius Plug-in Hybrid. The 15 launch states include the following: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington.

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2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid coming to market with EPA-estimated 27-mile electric range; starts at $34,600

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The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is arriving in select dealerships in 10 states this week with an EPA-estimated 27-mile (43.5-kilometer) The 2016 Sonata Plug-in is EPA-rated at 99 MPGe combined, with 34 kWh/100 miles, and 40 mpg combined for charge sustaining (conventional hybrid) operation.

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