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Auto industry ‘charged’ to go electric

Development & Education

Paul Eisenstein, publisher of TheDetroitBureau.com, joins us to discuss the 2010 Paris Motor Show. He also looks at the incentives the U.S. government is offering for people willing to try all-electric vehicles.

Hydrogen fuel cell filling station

Has the hydrogen fuel car finally arrived? Automakers are betting on it

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French carmaker brings air-powered hybrid car to market

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California officials introduce initiative to bring down vehicle emissions

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Electric car technology coming back into popularity

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How to get 100 miles per gallon

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Mechanic Chang Ho Kim shares how he can go 118 miles out of a single gallon of gas.

White House, automakers negotiate fuel efficiency standards

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The White House has reportedly suggested a 56-miles-per-gallon standard.

Fuel Shortage in Gaza

Drivers in Gaza these days can be forced to wait in line for hours to buy gasoline or diesel […]

Chevy Dealers Selling Volts, Taking Tax Rebate for Themselves

Development & Education

With gas prices on the rise, and energy policy in the headlines, both consumers and governments have reason to be happy about GM’s new hybrid, the Chevy Volt. The car is still in limited supply, and it’s pretty expensive – near $50,000. But for those who can get their hands on a brand new Chevy […]

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