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European Automotive Industry Outlines RD Priorities for EU Green Car Initiative

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European automotive suppliers and vehicle manufacturers have united to submit a series of R&D priorities to the European Commission to shape the European Green Car Initiative (EGCI), announced by the EU. The Green Car Initiative, a part of the European economic recovery plan, aims to allocate €5 billion (US$6.7

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USCAR: Hydrogen research is important

Green Cars News

The debate as to whether money should be invested into hydrogen fuel cell technology continues to rage across the Atlantic, where the United States Council for Automotive Research (USCAR) published a whitepaper on the importance of continued research into hydrogen as a low-carbon transportation solution.

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An interview with Riversimple

Green Cars News

Riversimple shot to fame in June 2009 when they unveiled arguably the most exciting development for British green car technology yet; the two-seater Riversimple hydrogen prototype. to explain more about Riversimple’s plans for the prototype and his hopes for a hydrogen-driven future. He spoke to TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk

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Which technology will win the green car race?

Green Cars News

In the race to turn the auto industry green, many concepts have been floated around - from hybrids, to electrics, to biofuels and even fuel cell cars. He believes that all of the technologies have their value and that combustion engines will share the road with plug-in cars and those running on hydrogen.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. This is especially true in air, sea, and some ground transportation as well as in industrial processes. This industry can be greatly expanded and improved to absorb all fossil material.

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VW Joke, Kia EV6 Details – EV Week in Review: March 23-30

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According to the Asian auto industry gurus at ZoZo Go , it’s the strongest product debut in the history of four-wheeled vehicles. – March 30, via Green Car Reports. And, federal subsidies or not, nearly all industry observers anticipate a boom in charger installations over the next several years.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Continues promotion and development of hydrogen as long-term strategy. Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. Volkswagen CEO says "Future belongs to electric cars," has gained German government support for development. Blue Concept PHEV Van with diesel or hydrogen fuel cells and rooftop photovoltaic.

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