May 30, 2012
Sounds of Fusion Three Detroit-area Techno musicians used the sounds produced by the 2013 Ford Fusion to make original electronic music. They recorded doors slamming along with a sound bank of Fusion chimes and tones. Ford was there to capture the event, and the results are tunes that groove. more... Craig Daitch | cda ... Continue reading
May 30, 2012
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid/electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it has delivered the first pilot version of its plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) F-150 pickup truck to Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), in association with Dow Ko ... Continue reading
West Coast Electric Highway Expands to Washington, Now Extends to Canadian Border
May 30, 2012
The border-to-border vision of the West Coast Electric Highway moves closer to becoming a reality today with the opening of new EV charging sites, extending the highway to the Canadian border and opening it to electric vehicle (EV) drivers from both countries. 'Creating a sustainable transportation system protects our ... Continue reading
May 24, 2012
Greener agendas, emission-based taxation, parking charge exemptions, and mass-produced electric vehicles are all working together to increase the sales of microelectric vehicles to a phenomenal 118,000 units by 2017 within the North American market. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.automotive.frost.com), ... Continue reading
May 24, 2012
Ford and Microsoft appearing this week at the Future in Review Conference (FiRe) -- a forum for leading technology experts -- to demonstrate how the new 2012 Focus Electric's technologies can help address future global transportation challenges Customers can charge the Focus Electric in half the time of Nissan Leaf due ... Continue reading
May 23, 2012
Axion Power International Inc (OTC Bulletin Board: AXPW), the developer of advanced lead-carbon PbC batteries and energy storage systems, announced today that it has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to fund a commercialization plan for the use of its PbC batteries in a "low-cost, ... Continue reading
Nissan to Produce 100% Electric Van in Barcelona
May 23, 2012
Electric Variant of NV200 to Launch in 2013 - - All-new 100% electric e-NV200 to enter production in FY13 - Nissan's second all-electric vehicle allocated to Barcelona Plant - Major project investment by Nissan of EUR100 mn in Spain - More than 700 jobs to be created at Nissan and its Spanish suppliers - Multi-use vehi ... Continue reading
Worldwide Sales Of Toyota And Lexus Full Hybrid Vehicles Top 4 Million
May 23, 2012
Total global sales of Toyota and Lexus full hybrid vehicles have topped the 4 million mark as of April 30. Cumulative sales of full hybrid vehicles in Europe reached 423,000 units. In the UK the number is 94,000. ... Continue reading
Jim McKelvey Joins Emerald Automotive Board
May 22, 2012
Emerald Automotive (Emerald), the low-emissions, extended-range electric commercial van company, announced today the appointment of Jim McKelvey to its board of directors. He brings an incredible amount of experience and talent for building fast-growing companies with disruptive technologies that define and dominate ne ... Continue reading
May 21, 2012
One of the world's trusted motoring club partners, Club Assist, has unveiled a WORLD FIRST with the "Lithium Mobile EV Charger". The lithium-powered charger is the first clean, green, Level 2 EV charging solution for emergency roadside assistance. The solution developed by Club Assist is an innovation that offers quick ... Continue reading
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles to Rev European Electric Motors Market, Says Frost & Sullivan
May 21, 2012
Electrification in vehicles is a key trend in the automotive industry. The increase in electric components within vehicles is boosting the market for traction motors. Frost & Sullivan anticipates the European traction motor market to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 50 per cent for hybrid electric vehicl ... Continue reading
May 21, 2012
XL Hybrids, Inc., developer of a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1-3 commercial fleet use, has signed an agreement with Henley Transmission Services, LLC, the largest franchise holder of AAMCO automotive service centers, to certify AAMCO technicians to install and service hybrid elec ... Continue reading
The Volvo Group to Launch Natural Gas Engine for the North American Market
May 21, 2012
Regulatory News: 'Since we adopted Environmental Care as a core value in 1970s, the Volvo Group has dedicated the resources necessary to lead in alternative fuel technologies' The Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) will launch a 13-liter liquefied natural gas (LNG) engine within the Volvo brand for the North American m ... Continue reading
Ford Begins Taking Orders for 2013 C-MAX Hybrid
May 18, 2012
DEARBORN, Mich., May 17, 2012 â Ford dealers are starting to place orders for Americaâs most affordable and fuel-efficient hybrid utility vehicle â the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid â with innovative technologies such as a hands-free liftgate, spaciousness for five passengers and cargo as well as the fun-t ... Continue reading
Quantum Signs Supply Agreement for Plug-In Hybrid Electric Traction Motors
May 18, 2012
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it has signed a supply agreement with Remy International Inc. for its high performance electric traction motors for the Quantum's Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) F-1 ... Continue reading
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