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15% Of U.S. Consumers Very or Extremely Likely To Buy Plug-In Hybrids

Fifteen percent of U.S. consumers are very or extremely likely to purchase a vehicle that has plug-in hybrid technology, not taking into account estimated market prices, according to Harris Interactive’s AutoTECHCAST U.S. study. For Europeans, it’s 15 percent, according to the AutoTECHCAST Europe study.
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GM thinks beyond the Volt

DETROIT (CNNMoney.com) — The applause hasn’t died down for the new Chevrolet Volt, but General Motors is already planning where the technology for this new electric car can go next.
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DETROIT (CNNMoney.com) — The applause hasn’t died down for the new Chevrolet Volt, but General Motors is already planning where the technology for this new electric car can go next.
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Do Americans Want Plug-In Hybrids?

A study has uncovered significant consumer demand for energy efficient technologies in the automotive sector in Europe and comparison research in the United States mimics this trend, according toHarris Interactive ( News – Alert).
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A study has uncovered significant consumer demand for energy efficient technologies in the automotive sector in Europe and comparison research in the United States mimics this trend, according toHarris Interactive ( News – Alert).
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Chrysler to show dealers electric cars next week

Chrysler LLC said Friday it is preparing to reveal some of its future plans to its dealers next week, and one dealer said they’ll get a look at the next-generation electric vehicles the automaker is developing.
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Chrysler LLC said Friday it is preparing to reveal some of its future plans to its dealers next week, and one dealer said they’ll get a look at the next-generation electric vehicles the automaker is developing.
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Plug-In Tax Credit Passes House: $5,000 for Chevy Volt

The credit kicks off at $3,000, and for every kilowatt hour of the battery over 5 kwh, it goes up $200, to a maximum of $5,000. That means the Chevy Volt — at 16 kwh — would get a total tax credit of $5,000. No other automaker has officially announced a plug-in electric vehicle for sale in the U.S.
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The credit kicks off at $3,000, and for every kilowatt hour of the battery over 5 kwh, it goes up $200, to a maximum of $5,000. That means the Chevy Volt — at 16 kwh — would get a total tax credit of $5,000. No other automaker has officially announced a plug-in electric vehicle for sale in the U.S.
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GM Confirms Opel, Chevrolet Plug-In Hybrids for Europe

It’s official: GM’s E-Flex plug-in hybrid powertrain, which debuts in the 2010 Chevrolet Volt, will make its way to European customers in both an Opel and Chevrolet vehicle.
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It’s official: GM’s E-Flex plug-in hybrid powertrain, which debuts in the 2010 Chevrolet Volt, will make its way to European customers in both an Opel and Chevrolet vehicle.
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Presidential Candidates Compete For Best Plug-In Policies

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Nissan may develop plug-in hybrid cars

TOKYO: Nissan is considering developing plug-in hybrid vehicles that can be charged at home, as it seeks to catch up with its rivals in fuel-sipping cars, an official said on Wednesday.
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TOKYO: Nissan is considering developing plug-in hybrid vehicles that can be charged at home, as it seeks to catch up with its rivals in fuel-sipping cars, an official said on Wednesday.
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McCain, Obama Promise Plug-in Cars as Detroit Charts a Timetable

PM’s Geek the Vote series takes an in-depth look at the presidential candidates’ policies and positions on science and technology. In this installment, car-tech experts evaluate the stances of Senators John McCain and Barack Obama on America’s future electric vehicles, including funding for battery research, tax credits and loan guarantees for a struggling American auto industry
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PM’s Geek the Vote series takes an in-depth look at the presidential candidates’ policies and positions on science and technology. In this installment, car-tech experts evaluate the stances of Senators John McCain and Barack Obama on America’s future electric vehicles, including funding for battery research, tax credits and loan guarantees for a struggling American auto industry
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Pickens and Grove – 2 industry outsiders have vision to steer Detroit 3 back on track


An Oklahoma oil billionaire and a Silicon Valley titan have committed themselves to reforming the U.S. auto industry — whether Detroit’s ready or not.
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An Oklahoma oil billionaire and a Silicon Valley titan have committed themselves to reforming the U.S. auto industry — whether Detroit’s ready or not.
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Campbell firm, Coulomb, offers curbside recharging for plug-in vehicles

Coulomb is marketing its products and services to municipalities and parking lot owners. The company would charge to install and maintain the charging stations, after which any profits would be split between Coulomb and the station owners.
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Coulomb is marketing its products and services to municipalities and parking lot owners. The company would charge to install and maintain the charging stations, after which any profits would be split between Coulomb and the station owners.
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