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E-Car Startups Challenge Major Automakers
« on: January 13, 2009, 07:44:37 PM »
E-Car Startups Challenge Major Automakers
By Ken Thomas, Associated Press Writer
Manufacturing.Net - January 13, 2009

DETROIT (AP) -- Several startup automakers are in hot pursuit of electric-powered vehicles, but they face an uphill road as they challenge major car companies like Toyota and General Motors in the race for the green car market.  California-based Tesla Motors Inc. and Fisker Automotive are displaying cars at the North American International Auto Show this week, grabbing attention with sleek electric-drive vehicles that combine environmentally friendly chic with sports car sex appeal...

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