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The quest to make an efficient electric automobile that will appeal to the public continues. Both established carmakers and new companies are trying to create a new niche in the industry with them, especially since legislation in states like California will require zero-emission vehicles.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The quixotic technology
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The Democratic victory in the presidential election has the wind power industry excited, as alternative energy sources are sure to get more attention. Research on air turbines is finding ways to garner more energy with better equipment.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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To the swift, the prize
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The US automobile industry is not likely to develop an innovative electric car in the near future, but several small companies are actively pursuing plans to produce such a car. Emission reduction legislation is the primary impetus.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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