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Smart fortwo Rolls out Battery Assurance Plus to Reduce EV Owner Range Anxiety
2013-05-21 04:19:00| AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News
Mercedes-Benz USA and its Smart subsidiary are trying out something new in the electric vehicle market a way to rent the battery pack that powers the car forward. Its now the cheapest electric car on the market and owners can lease or buy the battery separately. Battery Assurance Plus also covers annual maintenance on the battery and, if necessary, replacement. Rental contract is transferable up to 10 years. Program started up by Smart from understanding consumer uncertainty about battery performance and longevity. Car shoppers need to have confidence in buying their first-ever electric car without having to worry about the battery pack dying out and seriously demanding maintenance or replacement. Read all about Battery Assurance Plus and how the Smart fortwo Electric Drive (ED) is being priced. The Article Smart fortwo Rolls out Battery Assurance Plus to Reduce EV Owner Range Anxiety appeared first on Automotive Digest.
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Study: Anxiety and alcohol use linked to Facebook
2013-04-12 20:30:37| CNET News.com
College freshmen who report higher levels of anxiety and alcohol use are more likely to feel emotionally connected with the social networking site than those who don't. [Read more]
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Pets on jets: Tips to reduce anxiety
2013-03-18 17:10:12| Airlines - Topix.net
Flying high: Pablo, a Chihuahua-Terrier, waits in his pet carrier at Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix.
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Who Will Win Range Anxiety Debate Tesla Motors or New York Times?
2013-02-18 00:57:36| AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News
The latest in the electric vehicle range anxiety squabble could be landing more on the side of Tesla Motors not long after a New York Times article stating that the mileage range was much less than what had been stated by Tesla. Times writer John Broder attempted to drive a Tesla Model S from Washington, [...]The Article Who Will Win Range Anxiety Debate Tesla Motors or New York Times? appeared first on Automotive Digest.