Jul 19, 2011
Coulomb Technologies, the creator of the ChargePoint Network, the largest online network of electric vehicle charging stations and drivers, today announced a new family of cloud-based solutions for managing electric vehicle (EV) charging operations. Each service plan provides a turnkey solution that includes granular c ... Continue reading
GM to Launch First Real-World Smart Grid Pilot
Jul 19, 2011
Smart grid solutions enable utilities to manage electric vehicle energy demands OnStar will be the lone telematics provider able to create wireless bridge between electric vehicles and the grid Regional utility employees will drive Volts as every day vehicles in Q3 General Motors and OnStar will launch the first real-w ... Continue reading
China Automotive OEMs Face Telematics Challenges
Jul 19, 2011
In China, the Car OEM telematics market represents a lucrative opportunity in terms of both revenue and unit volumes. According to a recent Strategy Analytics report, “China: The OEM Telematics Landscape, shipments will rise 12-fold to nearly six million units between 2011 and 2018, a compound annual growth rate of 40 ... Continue reading
SAE International Book Focuses on Hybrid Vehicle Design
Jul 19, 2011
With more than 20 different hybrid cars available from most major automakers, hybrid vehicles are a crucial and growing market segment. Additionally, with several high profile plug-in hybrids coming out now or within the next year, innovation and development of hybrid vehicles is continuing at an ever-growing pace. Con ... Continue reading
Jul 19, 2011
2011 survey examines habits of people driving with canine companions and potential distractions Seventy-eight million dogs reside in more than 46 million U.S. households, according to the American Pet Products Association, and an increasing number of these furry companions accompany their families on road trips, day tr ... Continue reading
Zipcar Zips Around Downtown Redmond, Washington
Jul 19, 2011
Zipcar, Inc., the world's leading car sharing network, today announced its expansion into Redmond, Washington, as part of its program with Equity Residential. Zipcar will place two vehicles at Equity's Red160 apartments in downtown Redmond, providing area residents with increased access to affordable, convenient transp ... Continue reading
'FIAT FreakOut' Enthusiast Event Celebrates 28 Years
Jul 19, 2011
As this year's presenting sponsor, FIAT Brand celebrates its return to North America with aficionados at FIAT-Lancia Unlimited (FLU) club's annual FIAT FreakOut (FFO) event 2012 FFO marks the first national club gathering featuring all-new 2012 Fiat 500 models FIAT brand activities for FLU members and their families in ... Continue reading
Nissan All-Electric LEAF Falls Into U.S. Market
Jul 19, 2011
Nissan North America Inc. is expanding availability of the all-electric Nissan LEAF to U.S. consumers for the 2012 model year, with upgrades based on feedback from the thousands of owners who already have driven several millions of miles in the first 100-percent electric car for the mass market. ... Continue reading
Volvo Safety System Saves Lives
Jul 19, 2011
High-tech system on Volvos is preventing crashes ARLINGTON, VA Vehicles are doing a better job of protecting people in crashes, but a new crop of advanced technology aims to prevent many crashes from happening altogether. ... Continue reading
BMW Unveils M3 DTM Concept Car in Munich - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 19, 2011
Priaulx and Farfus On Board for the 2012 BMW Motorsport Program MUNICH - July 18, 2011: Just two weeks after the official roll-out of the new racing car for the 2012 DTM season, BMW presented the BMW M3 DTM Concept Car. Dr. Klaus Draeger, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for development, and BMW ... Continue reading
Maintain Your Cool in Hot Weather Driving - Some Kewl 411 to Tweet to YR FBFR
Jul 18, 2011
BETHESDA, Md., July 18, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It's tough to keep your cool when the inside of your car is full of hot air from a malfunctioning air conditioning (A/C) system. According to the Car Care Council, an annual checkup of your vehicle's A/C system will help prevent it from breaking down when you need ... Continue reading
2011 Kia Optima Review By Larry Nutson
Jul 18, 2011
Review of the 2011 Kia Optima By Larry Nutson Completely redesigned with new sleek exterior styling for 2011, the Optima is available in three trims, LX, EX and SX, and offers a wide array of convenience and luxury as well as impressive technology. Available with three all-new and fuel-efficient engines, a 2.4-liter GD ... Continue reading
Zipcar Drives Transportation Change in Baltimore
Jul 18, 2011
Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car-sharing network, the City of Baltimore and the Parking Authority of Baltimore City celebrate Zipcar's one-year anniversary of operations in Baltimore with the release of survey data from Zipcar's Baltimore-area members documenting Zipcar's impact on the city's transportation lands ... Continue reading
Siemens Charges Up the Town of Cary, North Carolina
Jul 18, 2011
18 EV charging solutions offered by Siemens on display in Raleigh, N.C. this week at 2011 Plug-In Conference Orlando, FL and Raleigh, N.C. July 18, 2011 Siemens Energy, Inc. has been commissioned to provide solutions for electric vehicle (EV) charging to support the Town of Cary, N.C., at the Town's Public Works and Ut ... Continue reading
Asahi Kasei Plastics Develops New Material for Auto Seats
Jul 18, 2011
Asahi Kasei Plastics developed Tenac-C Z-Series, a low emission acetal copolymer for the seat-adjuster comfort mat in the lumbar support manufactured by Brose Group to improve interior air quality in the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. ... Continue reading
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