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Short test Ride 2013 Ford Focus Electric

Stopped by the Local Ford Dealer to see the new 2013 Ford Focus Electric. Most interesting thing about this car is the quality feel the car has when riding. of course it is quite and a smooth start. But it … Continue reading

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Test Drive 2013 Ford C-MAX ENERGI

We had a chance to test drive the 2013 Ford C-MAX ENERGI this week. Our Impressions are that this is a serious contender to the throne of the Prius Family. The ENERGI is a solid entry in the compromise challenge … Continue reading

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LA car Show Chevy SparkEV Reveal

Chevy Spark EV Video details LOS ANGELES – The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV, introduced today ahead of the Los Angeles International Auto Show, packs smart performance and connectivity technologies into an affordable five-door urban mini car designed to make the … Continue reading

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Public chargers fuel desire for electric cars

Public chargers fuel desire for electric cars

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Spark EV Delivers Exceptional Power, Fast-Charge Capability Chevrolet’s new electric car goes 0-60 mph in under eight seconds 2012-11-15

SAN FRANCISCO – The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV will set a benchmark for urban electric vehicles when it arrives in California dealer showrooms next summer by offering industry-leading EV power, outstanding driving range, and exceptional fast-charge capability. Spark EV’s driving … Continue reading

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Nissan Begins eMotor Trials at Decherd Tenn. Plant

Very interesting video of the windings as they prepare to make the emotor for the leaf http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPs7FTAKTxU&

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Test Drive MiEV National Plugin Day Philadelphia

Short video test driving the 2012 Mitsubshi MiEV. Nice Car for the money.

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In deep with Tesla CEO Elon Musk

Great Article about Tesla and it’s battles to change the car world by Sebastian Blanco Elon Musk courtesy autoblog.com Read the full article.

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Introducing the all-new smart electric drive 2013

This could be a winner. Depending on the range. This price point could set this to be a winner. Introducing the all-new smart electric drive. Agile. Safe. An incredibly fun-to-drive electric car. And, it’s exceptionally environmentally friendly. MSRP is $25,000 … Continue reading

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Short list of charging locators

Examples of current apps include: http://evfinder.com/evsites.htm http://www.recargo.com/ http://drivealternatives.com/ http://www.plugshare.com/ http://carstations.com/ The Department of Energy maintains a database of EV charging station locations. EV owners are able to use the Alternative Fueling Station Locator Map to locate and route to charging … Continue reading

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