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May 23, 2013
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Nissan LEAF passes 25,000 sales volume in U.S.

After the all-electric Nissan LEAF’s best sales month ever in March and a 423.5 percent year-over-year sales increase in April, Nissan LEAF continues to make history by crossing the 25,000 sales threshold, reinforcing LEAF’s position as the world’s best-selling electric vehicle. “From the beginning our goal with LEAF has been to bring affordable, zero-emission transportation …
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May 12, 2013
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U.S. Navy’s Ion Tiger flies for 48 hours straight

The Ion Tiger, a hydrogen fuel cell prototype drone aircraft designed and being tested by the United States Navy, has flow for 48 hours straight. Pinboard (MacAaron)

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May 11, 2013
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Chevy Volt batteries will finally be built in U.S. as LG Chem opens factory in Michigan

US based battery production will get a big boost when LG Chem launches commercial production at its plant in Holland Michigan. Pinboard (MacAaron)

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Apr 19, 2013
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Electric Smart Fortwo to have battery leasing option in U.S.

Leased battery packs reduce the up-front purchase price while insulating electric car buyers from worries down the road. Pinboard (MacAaron)

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Apr 17, 2013
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Smart electrified funtestdrive tour showing Fortwo Electric Drive across U.S.

SmartUSA is touring the Smart Fortwo Electric Drive around the U.S. starting this weekend with an appearance in Los Angeles, and ending in Chicago in July. Pinboard (MacAaron)

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Apr 6, 2013
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AVON first rental company in U.S. to offer diesel-electric hybrid trucks

advertising AVON took delivery of the new 2013 HINO diesel-electric hybrid trucks. The announcement was made by AVON founder/owner Nelson Silver. The new truck boasts a whopping 30-35% better fuel economy, superior reliability, outstanding horsepower and a low carbon footprint (as compared with standard diesel trucks). Better yet, budget-and-environmentally conscious renters can have the truck starting …
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