Aug 10, 2007
Stuttgart -- The inventor of BLUETEC technology is entering a new era with the new E 300 BLUETEC. On the back of positive experiences gained in the American market since the autumn of 2006, the environment-compatible BLUETEC diesel system is now also available in a passenger car model in the European market. Mercedes-B ... Continue reading
GM and A123Systems to Co-Develop Lithium-Ion Battery Cell for Chevrolet Volt
Aug 9, 2007
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich.--General Motors Corp. and A123Systems, Inc. will co-develop cells with A123System's nanophosphate battery chemistry for a long-lasting, safe and powerful battery for use in GMâs electric drive E-Flex system. The agreement is expected to expedite the development of the batteries for both electr ... Continue reading
Jul 29, 2007
To Milton Snide The Auto Channel I saw your request for feedback at: http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2004/08/16/209488.html . For 23 Years (1978 to 2001), I had at least one car in my garage that got 45 MPG or better and they were all VW Diesels. They weren't that "clean" but it sure was nice to get that kind of mil ... Continue reading
US Auto Industry Opposes Aftermarket Plug-in Conversion Hybrid Tax Perk
Jul 12, 2007
The Detroit News reports that support is growing in Congress for tax breaks for hybrid owners who convert their vehicles to plug-ins. U.S. Rep. Ed Markey (D-MA) head of the House global warming committee who's been pushing a 40 percent boost in vehicle mileage standards by 2018, proposed his "Plug-in Hybrid Opportunity ... Continue reading
Ford and Southern Edison to Promote Plug-in Vehicles
Jul 7, 2007
DETROIT, July 6, 2007; Kevin Krolicki writing for Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co and power utility Southern California Edison will announce an unusual alliance on Monday aimed at clearing the way for a new generation of rechargeable electric cars, the companies said. Ford Chief Executive Alan Mulally and Edison In ... Continue reading
Jun 8, 2007
Rally-Inspired Vehicles Prove Power and Clean Air Technology Can Live in Harmony CYPRESS, Calif., June 7 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) announced today that it will participate in TalkRadio 790 KABC's Third Annual Clean Air Showcase on Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Third Street Promenade in S ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Corporation Surpasses 1 Million Global Hybrid Sales
Jun 7, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., June 7 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced the one-millionth hybrid sale today by parent company, Toyota Motor Corporation. Of the one million hybrid sales worldwide, more than half have been sold in the United States -- 541,210 units from 2000 through April 2007. "The cost benefit of ... Continue reading
O' Reilly Automotive Recommends Easy Tips to Save Fuel
Jun 2, 2007
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--OâReilly Auto Parts understands car care maintenance. Since fuel prices reached all-time highs this spring, we want to pass along some quick tips to attain the best mileage possible from your vehicle. Maintaining a consistent level of fuel economy happens in a variety of methods. While products t ... Continue reading
Diesels Set to Out-Strip Hybrids in Accelerating U.S. Growth
May 24, 2007
-- U.S. regulators look set to raise fuel economy standards -- Demand for both hybrid and diesel passenger vehicles set to climb -- Diesel offers similar fuel economy to hybrid at lower cost - particularly for larger cars / sport utility vehicles favored in the United States -- "Clean diesel" can meet future U.S. emiss ... Continue reading
Toyota Unveils Flexible-fuel Corolla Models for Brazil
May 23, 2007
Tokyo â TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announced today that Toyota do Brasil Ltda. (TDB) plans to begin selling two new Corollas, the locally produced 100% bioethanol-compatible Corolla Flex and Corolla Fielder Flex. TDB, which is TMC's sales and manufacturing subsidiary in Brazil, unveiled the flexible-fuel vehic ... Continue reading
High Gasoline Costs U.S. Consumers Extra $20 bln
May 23, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2007; Tom Doggett writing for Reuters reported that the jump in U.S. gasoline prices this year has so far drained consumers of an extra $20 billion, or about $146 for each passenger car in the country, the Government Accountability Office told Congress on Tuesday. The national price for regular unle ... Continue reading
Most Expensive Hybrid Car Lexus LS600h and LS600hL Launches in Japan
May 17, 2007
World's First V8 Hybrid System Combining Full-time All-wheel Drive TOKYO, May 17, 2007 â Lexus started sales in Japan today of the LS600h and LS600hL1 hybrid sedans, which form the pinnacle of the Lexus brand. LS600hL The new LS600h and LS600hL models, products designed as the ultimate embodiment of the principles ... Continue reading
Chevy Sequel Drives Into History Books
May 16, 2007
First hydrogen fuel cell vehicle to go 300 miles without refueling is a success. TARRYTOWN, N.Y., May 15 -- General Motors Corp. made history today as its Chevy Sequel - the world's most technologically advanced automobile - became the first electrically-driven fuel cell vehicle to achieve 300 miles on one tank of hydr ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago: Steep Increase in Fuel Prices Since March
Apr 20, 2007
AURORA, Ill., April 20 -- Statewide averages for the price of gasoline in Illinois and northern Indiana have increased more than 40 cents in the past month. AAA Chicago's most recent Fuel Gauge Report estimates that in Illinois, regular unleaded gasoline has increased 41 cents during the past month, forecasting an aver ... Continue reading
2007 NY Auto Show: Hyundai Reveals Concept Genesis Premium Sports Sedan - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 9, 2007
Rear-Wheel Drive and V-8 Engine Promise World Class Dynamics and Refinement NEW YORK - April 9, 2007: Hyundai presented the world debut of Concept Genesis during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show last week. The concept car heralds the future architecture and design of a rear-wheel drive premium ... Continue reading
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