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The Sound of Ideas

Green Vehicles: Worth the Cost?

Posted Thursday, May 3, 2012

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For all the excitement over eco-friendly cars - from gas-sipping hybrids to electric vehicles - Americans aren't exactly rushing to dealerships demanding replacements for their gas-powered rides. On the next Sound of Ideas, we'll talk about the state of the alternative vehicle industry. Do the cars save enough on gas to justify the premium buyers must pay to purchase them?

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Economy, Regional Economy/Business - Analysis and Trends, Energy, Environment, Transportation

Guests

Michelle Krebs senior analyst, Edmunds.com
Andrew Chiarelli, Alternative Fuel Vehicle Manager, Motorcars Honda & Toyota
Mark Daroux, president & CEO, Stratum Energy Systems

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