16 automakers launch campaign to promote electric cars

Automakers around the U.S. really, really want you to drive an electric car. 

A group of car companies and state governments launched a campaign Wednesday to convince consumers to consider electric cars. It's called "Drive Change. Drive Electric."

Partners include BMW, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo along with New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and New Jersey.

"What we're here to do is educate and inform consumers that there are a wide range of zero-emission vehicles, electric vehicles available in this region at a price point they can afford," said Toyota general manager of environmental regulation Fred Turatti.  Read more...