$184 million U.S. DOE grant for EV manufacturing

摘要

According to U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu, the DOE has started accepting applications up to $184 million to accelerate the development and deployment of new efficient vehicle technologies. "Projects will span the broad spectrum of technology approaches, including advanced materials, combustion research, hybrid electric systems, fleet efficiency, and fuels technology. Ultimately, the projects will reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil, save drivers money, and limit carbon air pollution... The DOE awards will help ensure America leads the world in the development of advanced vehicle technologies that support cost-competitive, convenient, and comfortable fuel-efficient vehicles. Investments in the next generation of vehicle technologies are laying the groundwork for a sustainable transportation sector in America that strengthens our economy and improves our economic competitiveness."