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VW CrossBlue Concept – diesel-electric hybrid dream won’t be reality

Volkswagen debuted the CrossBlue SUV concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan this year to a stunned crowd. They then quickly stomped all enthusiasm by making it clear that this beautiful, 134.5 mpg sport utility would not be going to production. Pinboard (MacAaron)

GM miles from reality – UK bans Ampera (Volt) ad

General Motors has yet again come under fire for misleading advertising on the Volt, in this case the European version, the Ampera. The United Kingdom has banned an ad claiming the Ampera is capable of 360 miles of range. Pinboard (MacAaron)

Wind Powered Electric Cars Becoming More Of A Reality

Wind power is becoming a more viable energy source and is being favored to power electric cars. As wind turbines become more affordable, will you plant one on to your house to recharge your electric car? Pinboard (MacAaron)

India Could Make Affordable Electric Cars a Reality

The holy grail of electric cars is not the better environmental footprint they have, nor their lower operation and maintenance cost but will be when they finally become “affordable”. Pinboard (MacAaron:tnev)