Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 18, 2008

Mr. Holden demanded the EV1’s immediate re-introduction before, or in exchange for, any Government bailout of GM. He sent the story to KFWB News 980 and to President-elect Barack Obama. Congress should not, under any circumstances, release the bailout money to automobile manufacturers without making these demands.

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Teslarati

JULY 13, 2021

Considering Musk’s ties to SolarCity and the solar installer company’s financial fluctuations at the time, however, critics argued that the deal was essentially a bailout. After this, the pandemic shut down government permitting offices, which was a challenge to the US residential solar market. ET on Tuesday.

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Green Cars News

JULY 1, 2010

The French government is to pour €10million to keep coach builder and contract manufacturer Heuliez from going under. Tags: Electric cars Green cars Latest news bailout Christian Estrosi electric vehicles French Commercial Court Heuliez.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 20, 2009

Ford, which remains the only major US car manufacturer not in bankruptcy, is believed to be shedding its international luxury marquees in a bid to focus on rebuilding its name-sake brand and to raise the cash needed to avoid a Government bailout. Tags: Cars Ford Green cars Latest news Volvo Beijing Automotive.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 25, 2009

It is hoping for billions of extra dollars in government technology loans if congressional efforts are successful. Currently Ford, which is the only major US automaker operating without federal bailout money, has applied for $11billion in technology loans and has high hopes after all of its projects were approved by the Department of Energy.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 26, 2009

According to Government figures, orders for new cars have been boosted by 60,000; Toyota has seen its order book lifted by more than 7,000; and Nissan has taken an additional 2,383 orders from customers looking to scrap their cars, prompting it to take on more staff on temporary contracts. The Green Piece - Tuesday 23rd June 2009.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The update is major news for a program that SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has stated should be considered a success if it merely avoids bankruptcy. It was only saved by a $1 billion bailout led by the British government. billion and begun launching satellites.

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Teslarati

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Musk’s remark came as a response to news from Germany, which noted that Tesla would no longer be using government subsidies to construct its 4680 battery production and recycling facility at Gigafactory Berlin. In comparison, the United States government ended up losing $11.2 billion for its upcoming battery plant. .”

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 28, 2021

This “bailout,” which is how Tesla critics typically dub the $465 million loan, had been paid by the company a full nine years early — and with interest. Elon Musk is attacking Biden over his proposed tax on billionaires Tesla would not even exist today had it not been for a $465 million bailout from Obama SpaceX got a $2.9

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Electric car proponents at The California Cars Initiative believe the task force was unduly influenced by “plug-in skeptics” at the Boston Consulting Group , which is under government contract to provide input on the prospects for G.M. We know the numbers better than the Government … we furnished them! and Chrysler.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The worst example has to be 2009, following government bailouts that only managed to exclude Ford Motor Company. Government regulations, sustained inflation, wage stagnation, an obsession with appeasing the stock market, the outsourcing of labor, and a myriad of other factors have all played a role.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 7, 2008

The government faces a difficult choice. with a bailout, there is no guarantee the company will not need more money later to stay out of bankruptcy, particularly with the economy weakening. The government faces a difficult choice. Mulally, said the industry needed help soon from the government. “I Cash Is Its Best Hope.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Cleantech Blog Cleantechblog.com, the premier cleantech site for commentary on news and technology relating to clean tech, greentech, energy, climate change and carbon, and the environment. Project Better Place plans to deploy a massive network of battery charging spots. 2) Chevy Volt (2) China (2) ECOD3.SA SZ (1) 6753.T

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

"On some products, the costs, particularly in advanced technologies, are high," he said in a lengthy interview with Automotive News (free subscription required). Posted by: Joe | Apr 13, 2009 11:27:11 PM The government gets no tax money on electric vehicles. Why should the government do it when the economy is weak.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

However, that may be because American trust in government remains at historic lows and this is ultimately a war of public perception. However, hinting at the prospect of another bailout isn’t off the table. Perhaps if the industry had offered more through the years, the UAW wouldn't be making such sizable demands.

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