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DC 2010: DOE Secretary Chu announces closing of Nissan's $1.4 billion loan for Leaf electric vehicle
Secretary Chu announced the closing of Nissan's $1.4 billion Advanced Technology Vehicle Loan Program loan (originally, the amount was for $1.6 billion) today during the Washington Auto Show. As expected, this money will used to kick off production of the Leaf in the U.S.
Washington Auto Show Boasts Green Tech
With regulators as their target audience, auto makers are showing off new efforts to wean cars from oil at this year's Washington Auto Show. WSJ's Joe White takes a look at the offerings, including a delivery van to a tiny subcompact runs on batteries.
Washington Auto Show Rolls Into DC
Looking for a new ride? You might get a few ideas for your car of the future at the Washington Auto Show. Clean fuel and electric cars are in the spotlight this year, and FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick has all the details.
Mulally Says Ford Is `Making Money' on Its Hybrid Models
D.C. Auto Show Debuts Vehicles Fueled By Government Waste
The Washington Auto Show isn’t known for exciting concept car debuts or celebrity sightings. But, as is typical of its location in the nation’s capital, it is known for showcasing groundbreaking green technology. This year is no different: Research company Novozymes is demonstrating its biofuel enzyme technology in the flex-fuel Chevrolet HHR and Ford F-150.?
Spotlight shines green at Washington Auto Show
Automakers at the Washington Auto Show on Tuesday touted their aggressive plans to rapidly bring plug-in electric vehicles to market. General Motors Co. confirmed it would spend $246 million to design and build electric motors, adding 200 jobs at its Baltimore Transmission plant in White Marsh, Md. Ford Motor Co. President and CEO Alan Mulally promoted his company's electrification plans at the show, but said the company has no plans to build its own electric motors. It will leave that job to its suppliers.
Ralph Nader receives Keith Crain/Automotive News Lifetime Achievement Award at Washington Auto Show
Ralph Nader (R) and Keith Crain hold Nader's Keith Crain/Automotive News Lifetime Achievement Award at the Washington Auto Show in Washington on January 26, 2010. UPI/Alexis C. Glenn
Auto show notebook
Ford Motor Co. President and CEO Alan Mulally praised the decision by the Japanese government to open its "cash for clunkers" program to U.S. automakers, calling it a "positive step." But other trade barriers, including the value of the Japanese yen, need to be addressed to level the playing field and enable American automakers to compete in foreign markets. Ford still has problems with Japan's plan to open its "clunkers" program. Officials said because Japan is only going to use the city fuel economy ratings, only one Ford model was likely to qualify.
Revving Up to the Washington Auto Show
The Washington Auto Show, running Jan 27-31 at the Washington Convention Center, is synonymous with the unveiling of new models. However, the 2010 show is expected to be unlike any previous shows due to a higher profile, thanks in no small part to the billions of dollars that have been coming from the direction of Capitol Hill.
Ford CEO Mulally Shows Off Fleet, Style at Auto Show
Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally led his personal tea party to Washington today to kick off the annual Washington Auto Show as America's only major carmaker to ignore the federal bailout and survive. "I am so pleased we haven't used the precious tax dollars," he said in an opening address attended by the media and some key lawmakers like Democratic Rep. John Dingell of Michigan. "So how's it going?" he added with a broad smile. "It's going really well."
D.C. auto show gets higher profile this year
The Washington Auto Show, which begins Wednesday, typically isn't the place where new models are unveiled. But there's no doubt that the event's profile is higher than normal this year, thanks in no small part to the billions of dollars that have been coming from the direction of Capitol Hill. Is there any other auto show that would mention the attendance of "hundreds of legislative officials" as part of the draw? Reps. John D. Dingell (D-Mich.), Fred Upton (R-Mich.) and Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.) and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson are among those scheduled to appear at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
D.C. Auto Show Debuts Vehicles Fueled By Government Waste
The Washington Auto Show isn’t known for exciting concept car debuts or celebrity sightings. But, as is typical of its location in the nation’s capital, it is known for showcasing groundbreaking green technology. This year is no different: Research company Novozymes is demonstrating its biofuel enzyme technology in the flex-fuel Chevrolet HHR and Ford F-150.?
DC 2010: George Pataki calls for 40% (!) electric vehicle market penetration by 2020
Former governor of New York George Pataki visited the Washington Auto Show today and set an ambitious target during the morning's opening plenary session. How ambitious? Um, he called for electric vehicles (EVs) to grow to 40 percent of the new vehicle market by 2020. Yes, 40 percent. In ten years. In other words, way, way higher than anyone else is seriously suggesting will happen.
Chevrolet Presents Volt At Washington DC Auto Show
The Chevrolet Volt is an electric vehicle with an extended-range capability. It is designed to drive up to 40 miles on electricity without using gasoline or producing tailpipe emissions. When it's lithium-ion battery is depleted, an engine/generator operates to extend driving range if there is no access to an electrical outlet to recharge battery, thus eliminates range anxiety.
Electric Cars Are 'Big Deal' This Year for Washington Auto Show
The Washington Auto Show, which begins Wednesday, typically isn't the place where new models are unveiled. But there's no doubt that the event's profile is higher than normal this year, thanks in no small part to the billions of dollars that have been coming from the direction of Capitol Hill.
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