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Cummings, Paul. Article. "THE GLOBAL OIL MARKET" 2008/07//Jul/Aug2008 (277):22; 26. Dollars & Sense: Dollars & Sense, 2008.

The article discusses factors behind the continuous increases in oil prices. There is a lack of consensus among experts on whether it is the actions of commodities traders and other financial-market movements or real supply and demand factors that explain the oil price spike. The clearest indicator that the supply of oil is managed and not a simple response to market signals is the fact that much of the oil that is brought to market is relatively expensive to produce because of related costs.

"The Car of the Perpetual Future" 2008/09/06/387: 8596; 40-42. Economist: Economist Newspaper Limited, 2008.

The article discusses the slow development of the hydrogen fuel-cell car industry. According to the article, hydrogen fuel-cell cars have been promised since around the year 2000, but have yet to emerge as a heavily marketed item. The need to increase the number of hydrogen car refilling stations before manufacturing hydrogen cars is discussed and the problems associated with hydrogen as a source of fuel are also examined. .

 Goodman, Robert. "The Truth About Sustainability" 2008/05//74:5; 12-15. Planning: American Planning Association, 2008.

The article reports on the announcement made by the administration of the U.S. President George W. Bush over the partnership between the FreedomCar project with General Motors Corp., Ford Motors Co. and Chrysler Corp. in the U.S. As part of the deal, it notes that auto companies were given $150 million to help them research and develop hydrogen fuel-cell cars. An official from the administration says that the partnership would enable the Americans to drive as mush as they wanted, without worrying pollution or even fuel cost. .

 Eisen, Matthew. "Automakers Pursuing Alternative Technology: Hydrogen and Electric Cars Joining Hybrids" Blade, The (OH): Blade, The (OH), 2008/08/12/.

 "Running on Vapors" New York Times: New York Times, 2008/06/20/.

Honda Motor chose a good week to introduce its new hydrogen-powered fuel-cell car. With gas prices rising above $4 a gallon, we could hardly be more eager for an alternative energy source, especially one that claims to have no bad effects on the environment. A car powered by a ubiquitous, inexhaustible gas that emits nothing worse than water. Where do we sign up?

 Newman, Rick. "Toyota's Next Turn" 2008/06/16/144:17;40-42. U.S. News & World Report: U.S. News & World Report, 2008.

This article discusses the changing automobile market due to rising gas prices and how the Toyota Motor Company is positioned favorably within it due to its pioneering history with hybrid automobiles. It is noted that being the world's leading maker of hybrid vehicles gives Toyota the financial leverage to respond more prudently to changing market demands than other car makers who have traditionally focused on larger vehicles.

Bruette, Leo. "Alternative Motor Vehicles and the AMT" Tax Advisor 2008/05//5:39,272.

Tax Adviser: American Institute of Ceritified Public Accountants, 2008. The article focuses on the need for U.S. taxpayers to be wary of the alternative minimum tax (AMT) when applying for alternative motor vehicle tax credit. The credit applies to advanced lean burn technology vehicles, qualified hybrid vehicles, qualified alternative fuel vehicles and qualified fuel cell vehicles. Some of its requirements are ownership of the vehicle by the taxpayer and that it was place in service during the tax year. Vehicles used for personal purposes are subject to AMT and not legible for credit.

"Air Products Supports Hydrogen Tour." Sep2008, Vol. 63 Issue 9, p9. Material Handling Management: Penton Publishing, 2008.

The article reports on the support that is extended by Air Products Inc., a supplier of hydrogen for fuel-cell-powered lift trucks, for the Hydrogen Tour '08. It states that Air Products Inc. is fueling the fuel-cell vehicles participating in the event. It also notes that Hydrogen Tour '08 was created to demonstrate the approaching commercial availability of hydrogen vehicle and fueling technologies.

 "Carmakers go Into Top Gear on Alternative Fuels." Professional Engineering 2008/06/25/21:11,5.

The article reports on the impact of the sustained high price of oil on automobile industry in Great Britain. The continued high price of oil caused carmakers to accelerate the development of electric and fuel-cell automobiles. John Kingston, environmental manager at Honda Motor Co. Ltd., said that the arrival of FCX Clarity as the first hydrogen fuel-cell powered vehicle was significant during this time of rapidly increasing oil prices.

"Report Envisions 3 Billion Vehicles" Automotive News: Crain Communications Inc (MI), 2008/06/30/82:6314, 42.

The article focuses on a report by consulting firm Global Insight Inc. on traffic problems. By 2035, the report says, the number of vehicles in use could quadruple, to 3 billion. Phil Gott, author of the report says clearly, nonconventional solutions are needed. In addition to smaller and more fuel-efficient vehicles, he suggested solutions including hydrogen fuel cells, cogeneration, and using the smallest possible vehicle for each trip.

Baker, Glenn. Article "Time to Change Gear" 2008/08//22:7;42-49. NZ Business: Adrenalin Publishing Limited, 2008.

The article discusses the challenges facing operators of company vehicle fleets in New Zealand, with rising fuel costs impacting on large car resale values and corporate responsibility no longer optional. As part of efforts to review strategies, automobile maker Honda has begun the production of zero-emission cars. Meanwhile, Westpac New Zealand plans to remove more than 500 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as it switches to environmentally-efficient vehicles. The lease options available to companies are mentioned.

 Bryce, Robert. "The Good News About Energy That You Don't Hear" 2008/07//Jul/Aug2008 (2): 4; 44-48. American: A Magazine of Ideas: American Enterprise Institute, 2008.

This article focuses on decarbonization, a beneficial long-term trend in the global energy industry. The continued decarbonization trend can be attributed to consumers' demand for clean fuels or energy. Particular focus is given to the advantages of lower carbon fuels. According to Jesse Ausubel of Rockefeller University, hydrogen will dominate the industry by 2010. Counterindicators to the trend include the reliance of both China and India to coal.

 Charlie Rose. Charlie Rose Show (MSNBC). "A Preview of the New Electric Car by Chevrolet" Accession Number: 32U1796198565MS8; Guest: Bob Lutz; Bob Kruse; Bob Boniface., Source Information: 08/19/2008.

 "Stepping on the Gas" Economist: Economist Newspaper Limited, 2008/05/24/387:8581; 90.

This article reports on automobile industry executive Wolfgang Reitzle and the results of his 2003 shift to the industrial gases industry. as of 2008, Reitzle is the chief executive officer of the Linde Group and successfully took over the BOC gases group to improve the company's stability and finance. The article also discusses Reitzles's failures at corporations such as BMW and speculation that his work with hydrogen will reconnect him with cars.

 Hall, Kevin G.. "High Oil Prices Fuel Development of New Hybrid Batteries" Knight Ridder Tribune Washington Bureau (DC):, 06/06/2008.

Henry, Jim. "With Cars, Some Technology Is Smarter Than Others" 2008/07/08/25. Business Week Online: McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. -- Business Week Online, 2008.

The article reports on the importance of fuel-efficiency as part of the technology in modern cars in the U.S. Accordingly, engineers in Detroit, Toyota City, and Stuttgart have spent millions of man hours coming up with better ways to deploy a side air bag. However, what is becoming increasingly apparent is that they should also have been spending more time and money devising technology to improve fuel-efficiency in a car people actually want to buy.

 Krawczeniuk, Borys. "McCain Touts Energy Policies" Times-Tribune, The (Scranton, PA): Times-Tribune, The (Scranton, PA), 2008/07/24/.

Madeleine Brand. Radio general. “Shell Opens Hydrogen Station in L.A.” Day to Day (NPR): National Public Radio, 07/07/2008.

 "Starting Clean", Pollution Engineering: Pollution Engineering, 2008/09/40:9; 11-17.

The article offers news briefs related to the environment. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released an interim policy that offers reduced penalties to business owners who report environmental violations early. The website www.imvotingfor.org is launched to solicit comments and videos from students at campuses in the U.S. The European Union (EU) has proposed to require new cars to achieve average emissions of less than 120 kg per kilometer of carbon dioxide.

 Sean Hannity, Alan Colmes. "Energy Debate Dominates Campaign" Hannity & Colmes (FOX News). Guest: Hugh Hewitt; Kiki McLean; Byron York., 08/05/2008.

Thibodeau, Denice. Article. "Research Company Seeks Affordable Gas Alternative" Danville Register & Bee (VA): Danville Register & Bee (VA), 2008/06/05/.

Truett, Richard "3-Year Powertrain Overhaul Begins with Two Mode Hybrid" 82:6314. Automotive News: Crain Communications Inc (MI), 2008/06/30/.

The article reports that Chrysler LLC is going to start a three-year powertrain overhaul in 2008 summer. Chrysler's gasoline-electric Two Mode hybrid will be the first to debut and then a family of high-tech V-6s will arrive. In 2010, two Cummins diesel engines will debut in the Dodge Ram and Jeep Grand Cherokee. The 2009 Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen SUVs will be offered with a Two Mode hybrid system that incorporates a 385-hp, 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 with a cylinder cutoff system.

 Vettraino, J. P. "How Green is your Ride?" AutoWeek: Crain Communications Inc (MI), 2008/04/21/58:17, 35-37.

The article presents a comparison of the eco-performance of vehicles in the U.S. in 2008. Shruti Vaidyanathan, principal vehicle analyst at the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE), said that there are vague areas in measuring eco-performance. "Green Book," published by ACEEE, determines the vehicles' eco-performance through ranking them according to a green score. In 2008, the Honda Civic GX tops the list, followed by the Toyota Prius and Honda Civic Hybrid. Also included in the list are Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, and Honda Fit. .

 "Consumer Practicality, Mass Hybridization Hallmarks of 2020 Market, IBM Study Predicts" Ward's Auto World: 2008/09//44:9,37, 2008.

 Watt, Bruce. "Media Watch: The Price Of Oil Has Everyone In A Spin" Businessdate: Warringal Publications, - 2008/07/16:3, 8.

The article discusses the initiative taken by automobile manufacturers for the future of private motoring in response to high oil prices and to protect the environment. Honda Australia undertakes to plant 18 trees for each Honda Civic hybrid vehicle sold. General Motors Corp. has developed a hybrid electric/petrol vehicle called the Volt, which will be released in 2012 in the U.S

Wilson, Kevin A. Interview "The Believer" 2008/04/21/58:17;46-47. AutoWeek: Crain Communications Inc (MI), 2008.

 An interview with Larry Burns, General Motors' (GM) vice president for research and development, is presented. Burns finished a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering at General Motors Institute or Kettering University now. He believes that the 96% dependence of the automobile industry worldwide on petroleum is not a sustainable model for the future. Burns thinks that a fully electric and fuel-cell-powered car is possible as researches on batteries, the hybrids, and the investment in ethanol continue to emerge.

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