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GM, Ford hesitant about hybrids in Europe

Two stories, one bit of news: hybrids are not the answer in Europe. In a pair of articles by Paul McVeigh in Automotive News yesterday and today (both subs req'd), Ford and GM are saying that they are moving forward very hesitantly on hybrids in Europe. GM says there is little demand for the gas-electric cars in Europe, Ford says they flat-out won't sell (full or mild) hybrids there, at least not in the foreseeable future. Ford of Germany Chairman Bernhard Mattes said the decision was due to the different driving habits of European drivers ... Read more →

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