Change Comes Slowly: Consumers Are Not Sure About Electric and Gas Powered Cars
Jun 15, 2011
As the automotive industry continues to develop alternative powertrain vehicles, consumer consideration for these vehicles is on the rise. However, infrastructure, price, driving range and maintenance concerns continue to dampen enthusiasm about these technologies according to the 2011 AutoTECHCAST Study released by Ha ... Continue reading
$995 Gets You A ClipperCreek Residential Charging Station
Jun 14, 2011
ClipperCreek, Inc. announced today the introduction of its LCS-25 a compact, high power, residential charge station priced at just $995. The LCS-25 sets a new standard for small size and even smaller installation cost. ... Continue reading
Charge that Vehicle! Electric Vehicles--A New Market
Jun 14, 2011
The electric vehicle (EV) charging environment represents a diverse set of market opportunities, although significant risks remain, according to new report, Beyond the plug: finding value in the emerging electric vehicle charging ecosystem, released today by Ernst & Young. The research analyzed 143 companies in the EV ... Continue reading
Tennessee Blinks in Commercial Charging Stations
Jun 13, 2011
ECOtality, Inc. , a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today announced the commercial deployment of the company's Blink Electric Vehicle (EV) Pedestal charging stations in Tennessee. ... Continue reading
Advanced Methods Cool the Battery in the New Ford Focus Electric Even in Very Hot Temps
Jun 13, 2011
Ford developed a system that cools the lithium-ion battery in the all-new Focus Electric and keeps it working at its prime, even in the hottest of conditions. Extreme temperatures can affect an electric vehicle's battery performance and reduce its range. That's why Ford will use an advanced active liquid-cooling and he ... Continue reading
Cummins to Add 600 Professional Employees in New Building in Downtown Columbus
Jun 10, 2011
In the latest sign of its growth and commitment to southern Indiana, Cummins Inc. today announced that it will add 600 new professional employees in a new office building in downtown Columbus. "These well-paying professional jobs will be crucial as we chart a course for future growth both here and abroad, and also will ... Continue reading
2012 Chevrolet Volt Is Now For Sale
Jun 10, 2011
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price starts at $39,995 before tax credit Expanded customer choice includes two new interior trim and exterior colors Chevrolet dealers in all 50 states will begin taking orders for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt electric car today. ... Continue reading
Largest Electric Vehicle Workplace Charging Installation Now At Google Headquarters
Jun 9, 2011
Coulomb Technologies today announced that Google, Inc. has deployed more than 70 electric vehicle charging stations managed by the ChargePoint Network at its worldwide headquarters in Mountain View, CA. ... Continue reading
ECOtality Electrifies Seattle with Blink Commercial Charging Stations
Jun 9, 2011
ECOTALITY ELECTRIFIES SEATTLE WITH BLINK COMMERCIAL CHARGING STATIONS EV drivers able to charge up with Blink at Qwest Field ECOtality, Inc. , a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today celebrated the installation of the company's Blink Pedestal charging stations at Qwest Field Stadium, i ... Continue reading
Latest EV Battery from Boston-Power
Jun 8, 2011
Boston-Power, Inc., the rapidly growing provider of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, modules and systems, today announced its new Swing Key blocks. The company is showcasing the new products this week at AABC Europe in Germany, June 6-10, in Booth #39. ... Continue reading
Transit Connect Electric Receives GSA Contract Award
Jun 8, 2011
Federal Agencies Now Authorized to Order Azure Dynamics' EV Van Directly From GSA Transit Connect Electric named on 'indefinite quantity' GSA contract award allowing federal government agencies and US Armed Forces to order the pure electric, zero emission vehicles via Northside Ford in San Antonio, TX. The GSA award is ... Continue reading
Jun 8, 2011
Rising gas prices once again are in the headlines as the summer travel season begins. Based on this fact, it's certain that the collegiate teams in SAE International's Supermileage competition could be the envy of many drivers across the nation. Why? Because their vehicles can achieve a fuel efficiency of more than 2,0 ... Continue reading
Green Automotive Is On The Move
Jun 7, 2011
Green Automotive Company Corporation (OTC:GACR) completes the relocation of its corporate office from Dallas, Texas to Newport Beach, California, and initiates plans for other facilities. âalmost all of our planned re-structuring is now done or about to be competed in within the next 30 days.â Following the C ... Continue reading
Pike Research Launches Electric Vehicles Advisory Service
Jun 7, 2011
Today Pike Research announced the launch of its new Electric Vehicles Advisory Service, a subscription-based information suite that provides independent and objective market intelligence and strategy insights for companies and other organizations engaged in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) industry ecosystem. ... Continue reading
Best New Cars for Fuel Economy from Consumer Reports
Jun 7, 2011
Best gas-sipping vehicles include Honda Fit, Volkswagen Golf TDI & Ford Escape Hybrid; CR's tips on how to save gas before and after you hit the road With high pump prices, Consumer Reports says that the most effective way to cute your gasoline use is to buy a more fuel-efficient car. CR named the best cars for fuel ec ... Continue reading
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