Eaton Supporting Deep Incentive Program for Hybrid Vehicles in California
Sep 17, 2012
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation has aligned with the California Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to assist California-based fleets wanting to purchase low-emission, fuel efficient medium- and heavy-duty hybrid vehicles. These hybrid vehicles will result in a reduction of green ... Continue reading
EPA sets Bio-based Diesel Volumes for 2013
Sep 14, 2012
EPA sets Bio-based Diesel Volumes for 2013 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today took action to establish the amount of bio-diesel products required to be included in diesel fuel markets in 2013. Bio-based diesel products are advanced bio-fuels that are derived from sources that include vegetable oils an ... Continue reading
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Supporters Desire Vehicles from BMW, Lexus, Toyota, and Ford
Sep 13, 2012
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Supporters Desire Vehicles from BMW, Lexus, Toyota, and Ford Phoenix Marketing International's Alternative Fuel Vehicle Consideration Study: Opportunities Lie in Shaping Alternative Fuel Image and Appeal to Youth Detroit, MI --September 13, 2012 -- Phoenix Marketing International (Phoenix), a H ... Continue reading
ROUSH CleanTech Expands Commercialization of Transit Shuttle Buses with New Conversion Partner
Sep 12, 2012
ROUSH CleanTech Expands Commercialization of Transit Shuttle Buses with New Conversion Partner--ROUSH CleanTech marked another milestone this week with the unveiling of a propane autogas fueled shuttle bus converted by their newest preferred industry partner, Green Alternative Systems, at the 2012 BusCon Expo. Using th ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicle (EV) Week to Open in San Francisco
Sep 12, 2012
San Francisco's first ever EV Week will open at Justin Herman Plaza, September 17-18, and will feature all electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from major car manufacturers and car sharing companies, EV charging solutions, including clean energy EV charging, and the opportunity to ride and drive select electric vehicle ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Expands Partnership with Porsche
Sep 12, 2012
ExxonMobil announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership with Porsche AG that includes technical support of Porsche's return to LMP1 endurance racing in the World Endurance Championship racing series in 2014. 'Teaming with the Mobil 1 technology experts has helped Porsche to achieve its outstanding racing perfo ... Continue reading
Demand for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Fuels LilyPad EV's Growth
Sep 12, 2012
LilyPad EV, a provider of electric vehicle charging station products and services, has recently increased its geographic reach to serve customers across the U.S. LilyPad EV's recent growth stems from a robust electric vehicle market and the need for reliable and convenient charging options. ... Continue reading
Annual Sales of Natural Gas Trucks and Buses Will Surpass 180,000 by 2019, Forecasts Pike Research
Sep 12, 2012
As many governments and businesses seek ways to reduce the fuel costs and emissions of their fleets of trucks and buses, diesel and natural gas have become increasingly appealing options for these commercial vehicles. Natural gas vehicles can help fleet operators reduce fuel costs and lower emissions while, at the same ... Continue reading
Sep 11, 2012
Jaguar Land Rover will demonstrate the ultra-low carbon XJ_e plug-in hybrid engineering research vehicle at the 2012 CENEX Low Carbon Vehicle Event today. The innovative XJ_e project forms part of JLR's strategy to develop best-in-class, low-carbon premium products, and follows other successful hybrid research demonstr ... Continue reading
Sep 10, 2012
Ford celebrates opening of a new era at Flat Rock Assembly Plant, new U.S. production home of the 2013 Ford Fusion as well as the iconic Mustang Supporting its Fusion production growth plans, Ford is adding 1,200 jobs, a second production shift, and investing $555 million, taking full management control of the former A ... Continue reading
First Thailand Orders for Long-range BYD e6 EV
Sep 10, 2012
One of Thailand's top power companies, Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), placed orders for 3 long-range, all-electric, 5-passenger BYD e6s and charging pedestals. This is BYD's first new energy vehicle business in Thailand, opening a new country for global business expansions. MEA is one of the three largest po ... Continue reading
Sep 8, 2012
The Motor Press Guild (MPG), the largest automotive media association in North America, will host a diverse panel of experts on Sept. 11 that will discuss the current realities facing EV owners, automakers and infrastructure providers, as well as what's next for the electric car. MPG's September meeting will be held at ... Continue reading
POD Point Launches New Electric Vehicle Charging Technology That Brings us Closer to the Smart Grid
Sep 7, 2012
POD Point, the UK's leading electric vehicle charging company, is launching an innovative new charging technology - a communicating charge point that turns the charging location into a smart energy hub, by providing local energy management. The Solo2 communicating charge point will be unveiled this week at the Low Carb ... Continue reading
Sep 7, 2012
International Gathering of Government, Environmental and Industry Officials To Participate in 3-Day Event at Baltimore Convention Center The progress and future of greener and cleaner vehicles -- large and small -- will be on exhibit and the focus of expert panel discussions during the 5th International Environmentally ... Continue reading
Sep 6, 2012
In 2012, enormous attention is being drawn to the development of new energy vehicles. With the increasing global demand and China's new incentive policies, investment has rushed into the Li-battery separator industry in China. According to China's 12th Five-year Planning for dynamic sectors, the capacity and sales volu ... Continue reading
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