Green cars the fastest growing US auto sector in 2012

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Steady progress predicted as more models come onto the market leading to global sales of 3.8 million by 2020

Electric car sales are set to rise dramatically as more models come onto the market during 2013 and charging infrastructure expands, according to new research. Analyst firm Mintel estimated last month...

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