ANSI Electric Vehicles Standards Panel Issues Progress Report
Dec 3, 2014
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Electric Vehicles Standards Panel (EVSP) announced today the publication of a Progress Report on activity within the standardization community to address the gaps and recommendations described in the ANSI EVSP's Standardization Roadmap for Electric Vehicles â Versio ... Continue reading
Nutson's Auto News Nuggets - Week of November 24-30, 2014
Nov 30, 2014
* The LA Auto Show is barely relegated to history as we learn that Mercedes Benz will preview at the upcoming Detroit show two new offerings from their high-performance AMG subbrand slated to be priced below the expensive current models. AMGâs goal is to double sales building off the already successful "A 250 Spor ... Continue reading
Ford Fusion Energi and Toyota Highlander Hybrid Named Green Fleet Car and Truck of the Year
Nov 21, 2014
Bobit Business Media today named the Ford Fusion Energi and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid winners of the Green Fleet Car and Truck of the Year awards, respectively, live from the LA Auto Show®. These awards recognize the most environmentally-friendly cars and trucks for fleet use and emphasize the auto industry's expan ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV Makes North American Debut At The 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show +VIDEO
Nov 21, 2014
Mitsubishi Motors showcases the Concept XR-PHEV featuring bold styling, high performance and an efficient plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) drivetrain at LAAS 2014 - This futuristic crossover design study hints at the upcoming direction of U.S. Mitsubishi cars - Join us in the conversation on your preferred social ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV - Specs and Features
Nov 20, 2014
Cypress, Calif., Nov. 20, 2014; Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today unveiled the futuristic Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV during the Mitsubishi press conference at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. Featuring bold styling and a performance-oriented yet highly efficient plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) dr ... Continue reading
2015 Toyota Prius c --Highest Fuel Economy of Any Vehicle Without a Plug
Nov 20, 2014
53 MPG City / 50 MPG Combined in Toyotaâs Most Affordable Hybrid Distinctive Youthful Design Appeals to All Ages Aggressive, Sportier Look With LED Headlights and Newly Designed Taillights Upgraded Interiors and Available Technology Features Sized Like A Subcompact Outside, a Larger Compact Inside Available With T ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2014
Next Green Car, the UK's no. 1 green car website, today announces the winners of the Next Green Car Awards 2014, highlighting this year's best green cars to come onto the market. Next Green Car has made awards across eleven vehicle categories including two new categories Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) and Light Commerci ... Continue reading
First Mercedes-Benz Plug-In Hybrid: S550 +VIDEO
Nov 12, 2014
MONTVALE, NJ - November 12, 2014: The new Mercedes-Benz S550 PLUG-IN HYBRID blends an ultramodern hybrid drive configuration with the unique innovations and the luxurious equipment and appointments of the S-Class. The luxury sedan impresses with exceptional dynamism and efficiency. Thanks to standard pre-entry climate ... Continue reading
Colorado's First All-Electric Car Share Service Launches in Colorado
Nov 11, 2014
DENVER -- November 11, 2014: The nationâs first operational, all-electric car share service launched in Golden, Colo. eThos Electric Car Share will provide the Golden and Denver-metro area with American-made, all-electric sedans (EVs) for short-term rental. âI signed up because itâs great to promote elec ... Continue reading
GKN Produces World's First Two-Speed eAxle for Hybrids and EVs
Nov 10, 2014
BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car is first application for new technology AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 10, 2014 -- GKN, the world's leading supplier of automotive driveline components and systems, has produced the industry's first two-speed eAxle. The technology has entered production on the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports ca ... Continue reading
Nov 4, 2014
Automotive and environmental experts recognize the Civic Hybrid and Civic Natural Gas as among the best green cars of 2014 - Available features include 7-inch touchscreen Display Audio, leather-trimmed seats, Honda LaneWatch⢠and standard rearview camera - 2015 Civic Hybrid launches Nov. 5, and 2015 Civic Natural ... Continue reading
Toyota to Test Expansion of EV and PHV Charging Infrastructure in Japan
Oct 31, 2014
Tokyo, Oct 31, 2014; Toyota Motor Corporation announces that it will be testing electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Aichi Prefecture from November 1 until March 15, 2015. The tests will involve standard chargers for use with vehicles such as plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). The tests ... Continue reading
Will You Save Money Buying A Hybrid?
Oct 30, 2014
Vincentric Releases Hybrid Analysis; One-third of Hybrids Save Consumers Money ... Continue reading
New Lightning Hybrids Investors Set Stage for Major Growth
Oct 30, 2014
Loveland hybrid company to use funds to deepen focus on international sales and growth LOVELAND, CO -- Oct. 30, 2014: Factor(E), the venture development firm affiliated with Shell Foundation and Colorado State University, kicked off the current Lightning Hybrids funding round. Additional investors in this round include ... Continue reading
Alternaltve Fuels Safety Reports, Studies And News Archives
Oct 26, 2014
Auto Central October 26, 2014; Many manufacturers are heavily investing for near future production and marketing of alternative fuel vehicles. These include electric vehicles, hybrids, fuel cells, hydrogen compressed and liquid natural gas, liquid propane, and hydrogen. As these vehicles are deployed in the fleet, thei ... Continue reading
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