July 25, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO – A new report issued by the National Research Council claims fuel cells are still at least 15 years away from being commercially feasible.
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July 22, 2008
WASHINGTON – A transition to hydrogen vehicles could greatly reduce U.S. oil dependence and carbon dioxide emissions, but making them competitive in the automotive market will not be easy.
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By Mike Antich Fuel prices hit record highs. The cost of financing a fleet doubles. Used-vehicle values plummet. Dealers are unable to sell the vehicles they have in inventory. Geopolitically, the U.S. is embroiled in war and the macro-economy teeters on recession. If you think I'm talking about 2008, think again. The year was 1973.
By Mike Antich October was an extremely difficult month to remarket vehicles in the wholesale market as resale prices took a precipitous drop. Wholesale pricing, based on mixed mileage and seasonally adjusted, declined a record 6 percent in October. The lack of credit to both dealers and retail buyers has been the key catalyst contributing to the downturn in the wholesale market. The market forecast is gloomy until the credit gridlock is resolved.
By Mike Antich
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In This Issue: DuraStar Does The Job Green, F-Series Super Duty Named 2008 Medium-Duty Truck of The Year, Diesel VS. Gas and much more…