Developer of Air-Hybrid Auto Engine at Hybrid Symposium in San Diego Feb. 7 - 8
Feb 5, 2007
SAN DIEGO--Nick Scuderi, vice president of the Scuderi Group, will be in San Diego to exhibit the breakthrough Air-Hybrid Engine, which could potentially be the worldâs most fuel efficient internal combustion automobile engine. WHEN: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 7 â 8, 2007 WHERE: Holiday Inn on the Bay, 1355 N. Har ... Continue reading
Ford Power Stroke Leading the Clean Diesel Revolution
Feb 5, 2007
The cornerstone engine in the new 2008 Ford F-Series Super Duty lineup is receiving very positive feedback from media members who have tested it. In the cases of Richard Truett and John Stewart, reaction has been nothing short of glowing. The pair was among journalists throughout North America who had the opportunity t ... Continue reading
TACH's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Puts You IN The Detroit Auto Show
Jan 29, 2007
Imagine being at the fabulous North American International Auto Show, smack dab in the middle of all the action, in the automotive center of the universe. Now imagine being nose deep in all the Detroit excitement while sitting naked on a beanbag and eating Cheetos. You can do both at the same time without even having t ... Continue reading
Bush's Energy Plan Is Off Track and Unrealistic, by James Dunn
Jan 26, 2007
*Bush's Energy Plan Is Off Track and Unrealistic* *By James Dunn* **President Bush's energy policy, presented in his State of the Union address, projected a 20 percent reduction in U.S. gasoline usage in 10 years, primarily through a massive expansion of ethanol production. This is to be augmented, to a smaller degree, ... Continue reading
National Alternative Fuels & Vehicles Conference Program Announced
Jan 26, 2007
For Immediate Release Contact: Kimberly Taylor 702-203-4982 ktaylor@afvi.org Alternative Fuels & Vehicles National CONFERENCE PROGRAM Announced Focus is on Funding, Fueling and Fleets Las Vegas, NV-January 26, 2007 - The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) announces the concurrent sessions that will be offered as ... Continue reading
EPA Certifies That New Clean Diesels Are Ready
Jan 25, 2007
All Major Manufacturers Receive Approval For Emissions-Slashing Technology WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- The Diesel Technology Forum today announced that all major heavy-duty truck and engine manufacturers have met new Environmental Protection Agency standards for emissions cuts and have been certified by EPA for full product ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2007
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- President Bush's State of the Union address set important and laudable goals for decreased gasoline consumption to be achieved in part through increasing the fuel economy of passenger and light duty vehicles. The goal is set; the challenge now is to establish the programs ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2007
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--Odyne Corporationâs (OTCBB:ODYC) long term business strategy encompasses key strategic policy initiatives articulated by President Bush to diversify the nationâs energy supply. The companyâs development of plug-in hybrid drive train technology, as well as its innovative proprietary batte ... Continue reading
NGVAmerica Applauds President’s Petroleum Displacement Initiative
Jan 25, 2007
WASHINGTON--Last night in his State of the Union address, President Bush called for increasing the use of renewable and non-petroleum alternative fuels to 35 billion gallons, and reducing U.S. transportation reliance on gasoline 20 percent by 2017. The White House also issued an executive order calling upon federal age ... Continue reading
DCX' Zetsche Cautions Against Governmental Interference
Jan 24, 2007
January 24, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that at the Washington Auto Show Tuesday, DaimlerChrysler AG CEO Dieter Zetsche's speech warned the audience that the goal of greater fuel efficiency could be hampered by government incentives that single out one preferred technological solution. "What we need to avoid in ... Continue reading
AIADA Responds to State of the Union Address
Jan 24, 2007
Alexandria, VA January 24, 2007; American International Automobile Dealers Association President Cody Lusk today issued the following statement in response to President Bushâs State of the Union address: Twenty in 10 Energy Plan, Increase in CAFE Standards President Bush announced a goal of 20% reduction of gas us ... Continue reading
IndyCar Series Sets the Pace in Renewable Fuels
Jan 24, 2007
INDIANAPOLIS--In his State of the Union address, President George W. Bush called for a significant increase in ethanol production as he outlined steps to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil. "Itâs in our vital interest to diversify Americaâs energy supply, and the way forward is through technology,â Pr ... Continue reading
Dodge to Offer All-New Cummins Light-Duty Clean Diesel
Jan 24, 2007
* All-new engine to provide up to 30-percent improvement in fuel economy * Clean-diesel technology to meet 50-state 2010 emissions standards WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Let the diesel duels begin. Armed with new Cummins clean-diesel technology, Dodge will introduce an all-new turbodiesel engine in its light duty pickup truc ... Continue reading
Jan 24, 2007
- Encourages U.S. policymakers to provide consumers with equal incentives on fuel-saving technologies - Outlines Company's commitment in all areas of alternative fuel technologies - Unveils 2007 Dodge Ram first pick up truck to meet stringent 2010 truck emissions standards in all 50 states, three years before deadline ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Volkswagen Jetta Makes North American Debut at Washington, D.C. Auto Show
Jan 23, 2007
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today unveiled its cleanest diesel ever for the U.S., the Jetta TDI. Additionally, the company announced that this new clean diesel will be available to the U.S. market in the spring of 2008. This Jetta TDI will meet emissions standards applicable in all 50 states, inc ... Continue reading
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