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Polaris to buy Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM) from Chrysler

Green Car Congress

The six GEM passenger and utility models are legal on most streets with posted speeds of 35 mph or less. GEM cars are eligible for incentives and tax credits from clean-air districts and other governmental agencies. To date, GEM cars have driven more than 450 million emission-free miles.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

Plug in America

E-bikes can reach speeds of up to 28 mph and can go 20 -100 miles on a single charge. For those of you who have yards and gardens, electric landscaping equipment is making inroads into neighborhoods nationwide. The US Department of Energy confirms that around 50% of all car trips in the US are less than three miles. in the State.

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Chevy Equinox EV first drive: GM may have cracked the code in delivering a quality SUV that’s affordable [Video]

Baua Electric

The 3LT delivers 213 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in under 8 seconds, while the eAWD trims are slightly more powerful thanks to a smaller air-cooled induction motor in the rear. Those models offer 288 hp and 333 lb-ft of torque, hitting 0-60 mph in under 6 seconds.

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Are You Plugged In?

Revenge of the Electric Car

All will qualify for a $7,500 federal tax credit. The Think City, a two-seater with optional back seats for children, can travel at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour and go as far as 100 miles per charge, but it is also the most expensive, at about $37,500 before a tax credit. It costs about $30,000.

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