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NewsSeptember 7, 2010

3.2 Million Plug-in EVs to be Sold Worldwide by 2015, Pike Forecasts

BOULDER, CO - Worldwide adoption of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) will grow quickly over the next five years, with sales totaling 3.2 million vehicles between 2010- 2015, according to a new report from Pike Research.

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NewsSeptember 7, 2010

Liquid-Cooled Battery Helps Extend Ford EV Range

DEARBORN, MI - The all-new Ford Focus Electric, which debuts in the U.S. late next year and in Europe in 2012, will be powered by an advanced lithium-ion battery that uses heated and cooled liquid to help extend battery life and gas-free driving range.

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NewsSeptember 7, 2010

ZAP Electric Truck and Van Qualify for Federal Tax Credit

SANTA ROSA, CA - The Internal Revenue Service has determined that the ZAPTRUCK XL and ZAPVAN Shuttle qualify for a 10-percent tax credit up to a maximum of $2,500, if the vehicle is purchased after Feb. 17, 2009 and before Jan. 1, 2012.

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NewsSeptember 7, 2010

All-Electric CODA Sedan Coming to Hawaii in 2011

HONOLULU, HI - Electric vehicle and battery maker CODA Automotive said it plans to bring its CODA Sedan to consumer and fleet customers in Hawaii in the third quarter of 2011.

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NewsSeptember 7, 2010

Peugeot Citroen Hopes Leasing Options Will Boost EV Demand

PARIS, FRANCE - To stimulate demand for electric vehicles, European automaker PSA Peugeot Citroen plans to introduce leasing programs that will include gasoline-powered loaners for trips beyond the reach of a single EV battery charge, Bloomberg reported.

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NewsSeptember 3, 2010

Hawaii & Nissan Partner for Electric Vehicle Development

HONOLULU - The State of Hawaii and Nissan North America announced August 31 a partnership to advance zero-emission mobility by promoting the development of electric vehicles and an electric-vehicle charging network throughout the State.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2010

Nissan Partners With Hawaii for EV Development

The partnership, announced at the Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo in Honolulu, marks Nissan's first definitive agreement in the United States.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2010

Calif. Carpool Lane Perks Expanded for 'Green' Cars

A new law will allow up to 40,000 more California motorists to drive alone in the high-occupancy vehicle lanes, and extends the lifespan of existing permits for hybrid and electric vehicles to the end of 2014.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2010

New Fuel Economy Labels Proposed by EPA, DOT

The goal of the new fuel economy labels is to provide simple, straightforward energy and environmental comparisons across all types of vehicles, including electric vehicles (EV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), and conventional gasoline-powered vehicles, according to the agencies.

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NewsAugust 31, 2010

Ford Partners With Seattle to Prepare for EVs

SEATTLE - Ford Motor Co. and the city of Seattle on Aug. 26 announced a partnership to help prepare the city for the operation of electric vehicles.

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