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Energy Voices Suddenly, it's a three-car race for electric-powered dominance

Tesla joins Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt in the race for electric car sales. After a record-breaking March for the Nissan Leaf, sales of electric cars dipped in April.
In Gear Detroit Auto Show preview: Diesels, electrics, and hybrids

The Detroit Auto show next week is one of the most important events on the automotive calendar, and 2013 features some exciting new vehicles coming onto the market.
In Gear Which cities are the most electric car-friendly?

San Francisco, predictably, is near the top of the list of cities with the most electric car-charging stations. But it couldn't beat out winner Portland, Ore. and a surprising chart-topper from Texas.
In Gear Good news for Leaf fans: Newer model is cheaper, has longer range

A new report out from Japan suggests that the new Nissan 2013 Leaf with offer a longer range, as well as a lower-cost model with a smaller battery pack. the car goes on sale in January, and will differ from units currently available in the US.
Change Agent 'Popovers for Pigs' helps green up famous Acadia National Park restaurant

'Popovers for Pigs' is just one of the many environmental initiatives undertaken by Jordan Pond House, the only restaurant to operate inside Acadia National Park on the scenic seacoast of Maine.
Why gun sales are surging in Colorado (+video)

In the wake of the deadly Aurora movie theater shooting last week, gun stores in Colorado have seen an increase in their business.
In Gear Nissan electric vehicle: Van to be built in Spain. NYC next?

Nissan electric vehicle to be built in Barcelona will be a 100 percent electric delivery van. The Nissan electric vehicle will be the company's second, following the Leaf.
Surprise winner of Obama stimulus spending: gun industry

Police departments are using some of the stimulus money to arm up, helping to make Obama 'gun salesman of the century.'
Surprise winner of Obama stimulus spending: gun industry

Police departments are using some of the stimulus money to arm up, helping to make Obama 'gun salesman of the century.'
US gives carmakers $8 billion to go electric

The Energy Department made the announcement Tuesday, just as Nissan said it will start selling an all-electric car in the US next year.