2008: A Year in Review
Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and advanced technology vehicles have gained much exposure and become more main-stream in 2008 as consumers become more educated on the technology and economic strains became more apparent due to our dependence on foreign oil and fluctuating gas prices. In particular, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) sales have once again continued to increase as gas prices continued to rise to well above $4 per gallon during 2008.

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Industry Headlines
2008 Year in Review
Honda to Debut Most Affordable Hybrid
Marcellus Shale in Appalachia May Hold Key to Nation’s Future
Ford to Offer New Hybrid Sedans
Nissan Promotes Electric Vehicle as Cornerstone of its Green Strategy
Large Scale Algae Biodiesel Production Close to Reality
Americans Taking Closer Look at Rail System
BMW to Apply Electric Drivetrain to Mini Cooper Brand
Hyundai Proposes Clean Diesel Technology
Dow Chemical and NREL Working on Cellulosic Ethanol Project
Hydrogen Vehicles Tour the Nation

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