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Volkswagen and Audi launch sustainability programs for US introduction of e-Golf BEV and A3 e-tron PHEV; carbon offsets with 3Degrees and solar energy

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SunPower: residential solar with energy storage. SunPower offers the highest efficiency solar panels available in the industry today—including the 21% efficient X-Series Solar Panel which produces 75% more energy over 25 years than a conventional panel. Charging Solutions. Installation costs will be extra.

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Valence Signs Multi-Year Li-ion Supply Agreement with Bénéteau Group for Hybrid Vessels

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Valence Technology will provide modular, scalable energy storage systems that will be placed in new hybrid-electric yachts, sailboats and motorboats for Bénéteau and Bénéteau Group partners. One of the features of the new hybrid drive system is the capability to recharge the battery packs without the use of diesel generators.

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Consumer Electronics Assn Study Finds 40% of American Adults Likely to Test Drive an EV

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Manufacturers, dealers and other sellers will need to emphasize mileage and battery-related specifications when promoting and selling electric vehicles. Concerns about mileage potential before needing to recharge (50%) and battery life (34%) top the list. —Chris Ely, CEA's manager of industry analysis.

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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Initial consumer experiences with PEVs—their real-world driving range, cost, safety, reliability, and ease of recharging and resale—will exert a significant influence over mainstream consumers’ perceptions of PEVs. Recharging Infrastructure. National Goal of One Million Plug-In Electric Vehicles.

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Hyundai delivers keys to first Tucson Fuel Cell customer; leasing for $499/mo, with unlimited free fueling; first drive

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In an event combining a first-customer ceremony and a media drive, Tustin (California) Hyundai’s Dealer Principal, John Patterson, handed over the keys to Hyundai’s first mass-produced Tucson Fuel Cell crossover ( earlier post ) to Timothy Bush, the first Hyundai Fuel Cell customer, with Hyundai executives in attendance. Click to enlarge.

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Hyundai to offer Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle to LA-area retail customers in spring 2014; Honda, Toyota show latest FCV concepts targeting 2015 launch

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Availability begins in Spring 2014 at several Southern California Hyundai dealers. As Equus owners have enjoyed since its introduction in 2010, should a Tucson Fuel Cell require any service, a Hyundai dealer will pick up the vehicle and provide a loaner, then return their car after service to their home or business, at no charge.

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Harley-Davidson Livewire electric motorcycle makes European debut in Milan; more specs and details

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The LiveWire motorcycle features a RESS (Rechargeable Energy Storage System, or the main battery) composed of lithium-ion cells surrounded by a finned, cast-aluminum housing. All Harley-Davidson dealers who sell the LiveWire motorcycle will offer a public charging station with DCFC.