If thinking about a sustainable and environmentally transportation future was akin to peace loving environmentalists, it has been embraced by a much wider population these days.
- Land Rover Hybrid? After talks of the hybrid Jaguar getting closer, now it is time for Land Rover to divulge a hybrid. The LRX will have a drive system that can run on electricity only, gas only or a combination of the two, much as consumers would like their hybrids. Via AutoExpress.
- Bright Automotive Wants The DoE’s Attention. Bright Automotive is vying for what is left of the $17 billion for their electric dream, via AutoBlogGreen.
- Another Electric Airplane. Another electric airplane is taking its maiden flight in China, the Yuneec International’s E430 electric-powered aircraft which will be at the Oshkosh for EAA AirVenture 2009 air show, via AirVenture.
- UK Spends $40 Million On Electric Car Program. Who says there is a recession? The UK will spend $40 million on a large project to get EVs and other fuel efficient cars on the road. Via AutoBlogGreen.
- Something Fishy In Washington. This has the potential to either become big news or quickly get squashed, but a lawsuit involving a multi-billion dollar hybrid car plant in Mississippi backed by Chinese businessmen is being uncovered. Via WREG.
That’s it for now. Stay tuned for more.
[...] Obama’s new auto plan that offers an incentive for people to buy more fuel efficient cars may be able to benefit both Honda (HMC) and Toyota at this point. Both offer affordable hybrid vehicles that qualify for the rebate. Look for more companies to enter hybrid vehicles into their mix, too. Electric Nick lists a few of the happenings. [...]
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