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0Automotive X Prize revs up for Michigan events, Knockout Stage starts next week 1272567360
Governor Granholm and X-Prize CEO Peter Diamandis in the Amp'd Sky – Click above for high-res image galleryAt the official kick-off event for the Progressive Insurance Automotive X-Prize in Lansing, MI today, the same cars, most of the same people and the same "news" was delivered as we ... -
Michigan governor meets with Shai Agassi and Better Place in Israel 1227034920
Click to enlargeMichigan's Governor, Jennifer Granholm, is currently on an overseas trip to try and boost Michigan's economy. It's a trip she's cut in half from its scheduled length because of the automaker bailout discussion here in America. Still, while she was in Israel, Granholm took a peek ... -
Michigan governor proposes state income tax credit of hybrid buyers 1224886740
At meeting this week at Michigan State University on "green collar job" creation, Governor Jennifer Granholm floated the idea of state income tax credits for residents that buy hybrid or electric cars. While the IRS and a variety of states already offer similar incentives, it's unlikely that ...
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Michigan governor proposes reducing speed limit to save gas 1215104160
During a press conference in Lansing, Michigan on Wednesday, Governor Jennifer Granholm suggested that the state should consider lowering speed limit from the current 70mph. Granholm was speaking during the launch of a new state web site designed to help Michigan residents save money. The site ...
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Detroit job market versus fuel economy: does it have to be this way? 1185289920
The topic of the Michigan job market and economy is certainly a hot one right now. With the Big 3 going to the bargaining table with the UAW, plant closings and Detroit's declining market share, some insiders might view the proposed increases in fuel mileage as kicking Detroit while it's down. This ...
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Michigan pumps $250,000 into alternative fuels 1156965720
Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm recently announced that the state will spend $250,000 by 2008 to boost its alternative fuel infrastructure. The program involves the conversion of 1,000 gas pumps to either ethanol or biodiesel across the state. The money is intended to assist gas station owners ...

