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Originally aired: 12/18/2006

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Transportation: EDTA's Wynne discusses plans to educate Congress on electric drive technology

As the new Congress prepares to make its mark in Washington, proponents of alternative vehicles are hopeful that the change in leadership will provide a fresh start for legislation and incentives. During today's OnPoint Brian Wynne, president of the Electric Drive Transportation Association, discusses his organization's plans to focus on educating Congress on automotive technologies and the steps the federal government can take to help the automobile industry accelerate the adoption of hybrids. He also discusses the importance of educating consumers about the myriad of alternative vehicles that are now available to them. Wynne talks about electric drive technologies working in conjunction with ethanol-powered vehicles to create a more energy secure nation.

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