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	Official: Volt production begins November 11 As predicted, so it is.		Epic fail? Mitsubishi i-MiEV gets it charge from diesel generator during cross-Canada tour It’s almost like EVs need to recharge now and again.
	Chevrolet Volt will not be eligible for HOV-lane access until mid-2012 Tough restrictions are tough for a reason.	Other news: Electric vehicle charging times will depend on both the charging station and the car VIDEO: Fully Charged takes on BBC, Mitsubishi for i-MiEV depreciation story GM trying to trademark “range anxiety” to tell you about “electric vehicle capabilities”

AutoblogGreen for 09.02.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	LA Auto Show preview: Infiniti to launch 2012 M35 hybrid Perhaps you’ve met its cousin, the Nissan Fuga hybrid?		Smart’s problems mean sales will likely be under 100,000 units for 2010 Next-gen and EV models can’t get here soon enough.
	Toyota considers hybrid version of subcompact Etios for Indian market It’s still highly unlikely that the subcompact will ever come to the U.S.	Other news: Automakers, suppliers lobby Washington to promote green efforts Demand for ethanol-free gas still growing Has hybrid demand peaked? Probably not and here’s why

AutoblogGreen for 09.01.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	EPA finally issues proposed fuel economy labels for plug-in vehicles What’s the grade?		Future Leaf owners revolt over outrageous charger installation quotes Aerovironment is, thankfully, listening to complaints.
	Autocar says range-extenders are the future. Do you agree? Boxers vs. briefs. Coke vs. Pepsi. And now, PHEVs vs. EVs.	Other news: Michigan-born Tesla employee pretty much embodies industry shift to electric vehicles Elk Horn, Iowa has world’s highest concentration of electric vehicle chargers [w/video] Fisker holds first of several planned “supplier days” in Delaware

AutoblogGreen for 08.31.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Mitsubishi admits to serious (likely) depreciation of i-MiEV In other news, Mitsubishi shoots itself in foot.		Study: Average male drives extra 276 miles/year because he won’t stop for directions Are we there yet?
	Libertarian Reason Foundation proposes U.S. highway fund changes They just what you’d expect.	Other news: Europe’s “amazing response” to the Leaf nets Nissan only 100 pre-orders in Ireland Video: Nissan unveils Leaf-centric “Innovation for All” ad campaign Report: Mercedes-Benz will build 500 A-Class E-Cells using Tesla batteries

AutoblogGreen for 08.30.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 05:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Would a carbon tax help or hurt the auto industry? The floor is yours.		EVTV Smart fortwo conversion to outdo Daimler for under $25,000 Smart ED’s got competition.
	Why the sub-30 MPG claim for Chevrolet Volt is misleading [w/video] GM and the EPA could end the debate by announcing the number, but until then …	Other news: GSA clarifies that it will buy more hybrids in the future, says costs are worth it AutoblogGreen Q&A with Transonic Combustion: can supercritical fluids give a 30% mpg boost? Variable displacement oil pump helps Chevrolet Cruze hit 40 mpg

AutoblogGreen for 08.27.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Tesla Motors pays huge fine for lacking emissions Certificate of Conformity It’s kind of like not having water for a customer’s horse.		Honda CR-Z returns rather disappointing 35.3 mpg during 125-mile test drive C’mon, Honda.
	At Witz’ End – Comparing costs and benefits of fuel-saving technologies How much for how much?	Other news: This Means Something: Japanese Prius to get external speaker option [w/video] Is it a bit sinful to charge your car during the day? [w/video] CEA survey shows 40% of Americans hope to test drive electric vehicles, but only 25% know anything about them

AutoblogGreen for 08.26.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 26 Aug 2010 06:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Peel looking to reintroduce world’s smallest car [w/video] A limited run of just 50 will be made.		Well-to-wheel emissions of plug-in-hybrids will be all over the map Coal and natural gas are (slowly becoming) the new gasoline.
	Epic Torq and Amp photo bomb yields revealing details Who needs windshields?	Other news: Mark Perry confirms that Nissan will deliver nearly 25,000 Leafs by end of 2011 Report: Toyota cutting 2011 global hybrid production goal Ohio State University claims another electric speed record with Buckeye Bullet

AutoblogGreen for 08.25.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 25 Aug 2010 05:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Demand for gas drops .03% for July, while overall petroleum usage climbs 3.8% Is it the economy or what?		New details emerge on BMW’s 2013 Megacity vehicle Another OEM looks to the skateboard idea for future models.
	Hybrids’ high costs might end U.S. federal government’s plans to purchase more Turns out, hybrids cost an extra $11k each. Ouch.	Other news: Renault Fluence Z.E. field tests begin in Israel Focus ST fails to meet Euro 5 standard, Ford gives it the axe Solar parking lot with electric car charging stations opens in Tennessee

AutoblogGreen for 08.24.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Fisker’s new ad: Karma is “Designed to get you hot, not the planet” Look at the curves.		EV sellers will have to teach drivers to treat their car like their phone, plug it in! New habits die hard?
	Tesla to buy old resources from GM, Toyota for NUMMI plant Turns out there were a few items Tesla can use there.	Other news: Nissan Leaf price war wages on! SF dealer to offer 5% off MSRP Going to Pot: Motive to unveil cannabis-composite Kestrel electric car [w/video] Video: Porsche owner electrifies his 928

AutoblogGreen for 08.23.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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	Does driving make you fat? Can public transportation, biking and walking keep you skinny? Wouldn’t hurt to take the A Train, apparently.		One stock analyst says Tesla will fail like internet groceries Remember Webvan?
	GM demonstrates EN-V podcars’ autonomous driving skills at Expo 2010 Beep, beep.	Other news: Look out below: Mitsubishi drops i-MiEV still-high price by £10,000 Bolivian mining protests highlight need for energy and transportation diversity DeLaSalle School students build super-efficient electric car that gets 307 mpge

AutoblogGreen for 08.20.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 20 Aug 2010 05:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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