Ryder Orders 202 Heavy-Duty Natural Gas Trucks
Mar 31, 2011
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc., a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that it reached a key milestone in a major alternative fuel initiative with the order of 202 heavy-duty natural gas vehicles. The vehicle order is part of Ryderââ¬â¢s agreement with the San ... Continue reading
NADA Guide Analyst: Used-Car Prices Continue to Surge from Crisis in Japan
Mar 31, 2011
PR Newswire MCLEAN, Va., March 31, 2011 NADA Used Car Guide Responds Quickly to Extreme Shocks in the Automotive Market MCLEAN, Va., March 31, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Prices of fuel-efficient, used cars ââ¬â both at auction and at the retail level ââ¬â continue to feel the ripple effect ... Continue reading
Ford Hybrids Rated Highest for Customer Payback, Value
Mar 31, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 31, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 31, 2011 -- Ford hybrid vehicles rank at the top of the list for payback and fuel cost savings, giving consumers more value and return on investment, compared to competitors Ford's hybrid vehicle lineup ââ¬â the Fusion Hybrid and Escape Hybr ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review, Specs, Comparisons and Prices
Mar 30, 2011
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review, Specs, Comparisons and Prices, 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 156 hp @ 6,000 rpm (191 net hp)/136 lb.-ft. @ 2,250 rpm Transmission: E-CVT Wheelbase: 107.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.8 x 72.2 x 56.9 in. Tires: P225/50VR17 Cargo volume: 11.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Leviton Announces UL Listing for Portable Charger
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire MELVILLE, N.Y., March 30, 2011 MELVILLE, N.Y., March 30, 2011 -- Leviton today announced the Evr-Greenâ⢠120 Level 1 Portable Charger, which allows drivers to charge a plug-in vehicle anywhere a standard outlet is available, has received Underwriters Laboratories Inc.î (UL) Listing for El ... Continue reading
EDTA Applauds President Obama's Commitment to Electric Drive as Solution for a Secure Energy Future
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire WASHINGTON, March 30, 2011 WASHINGTON, March 30, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the Obama Administration outlined policies to establish a more secure energy future by reducing U.S. oil imports by one-third over the next ten years. The President identified electric drive vehicles as critical to this ... Continue reading
City of San Jose and the California Energy Commission Team Up to Welcome Wrightspeed
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire SAN JOSE, Calif., March 30, 2011 SAN JOSE, Calif., March 30, 2011 -- Event: Join San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed, California Energy Commission Vice Chair James Boyd, Wrightspeed CEO Ian Wright, members from the local cleantech community and others for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new ... Continue reading
Last Chance to Register for April 5-6 ANSI Electric Drive Vehicles Workshop
Mar 29, 2011
For those who want to influence the standards, codes, and conformance programs that will help drive the market for grid-connected electric vehicles, you don't want to miss out on a unique opportunity to be part of the discussion. Join us for the ANSI Workshop: Standards and Codes for Electric Drive Vehicles on April 5- ... Continue reading
Rising Gas Prices Fuel Demand for Ford Compressed Natural Gas-Powered Commercial Vehicles
Mar 29, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 29, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 29, 2011 -- Rising price of traditional gas coupled with significant government incentives and an increasing number of fuel stations is pumping up demand for compressed natural gas-powered (CNG) vehicles by commercial customers Ford meets demand by offe ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2011
PR Newswire SAN DIEGO, March 29, 2011 SAN DIEGO, March 29, 2011 -- Reno Contracting announced today that it has entered into a strategic alliance with Envision Solar (OTC Bulletin Board: EVSI), a leading sustainable infrastructure designer and developer deploying clean energy systems globally. Under the alliance, Reno ... Continue reading
Clarkson University Wins Gage Fuel Economy Award
Mar 29, 2011
PR Newswire FERNDALE, Mich., March 29, 2011 FERNDALE, Mich., March 29, 2011 -- The Gage Product's award for best overall fuel economy in the annual SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge has gone to Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110329/DE73221LOGO ) Thirteen universities f ... Continue reading
New Citi Research: How Will U.S. Automakers Fare at 42 MPG by 2020?
Mar 29, 2011
PR Newswire Mar. 29 With Decision Coming on New CAFE and GHG Standards, New Data from Citi Investment Research and Ceres Show that Auto Industry - and Especially Detroit 3 - Would Profit From Higher Standards If new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas (GHG) rules require automakers to achieve fleet ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2011
BOULDER, Colo.--Auto manufacturers are in the process of launching plug-in vehicles in two different forms: Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). Both types of plug-ins offer many advantages over traditional non-electrified vehicles, including improved fuel economy or no petrole ... Continue reading
Mar 28, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 28, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 28, 2011 -- Percentage of hybrid models sold within the MKZ range is higher than expected Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America and is the first model to offer a no-charge hybrid powertrain option Lincoln received highest ... Continue reading
Cruze's Innovative Electrical Technology Saves Fuel
Mar 28, 2011
PR Newswire WARREN, Mich., March 28, 2011 WARREN, Mich., March 28, 2011 -- Improving fuel economy in the Chevrolet Cruze consists of many small steps, including reducing the energy consumed by the alternator to help make the engine run more efficiently. Officially, it is a patented General Motors technology called Regu ... Continue reading
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