Jul 27, 2011
Now more Americans than ever will be able to drive on sunshine," by charging their electric cars with solar power, and save up to 77 percent on fuel costs. SolarCity has partnered with industry pioneer ClipperCreek to provide electric vehicle (EV) chargers compatible with all new EVs. ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
The Nashville Airport Marriott has gone green by installing two electric vehicle charging stations in the property's parking lot. The Nashville hotel began installation the week of June 27, 2011 and the charging stations are now ready for use by its guests. The installation is part of a partnership with The EV Project ... Continue reading
DTE Energy Installing Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Metro Airport
Jul 27, 2011
DTE Energy announced today that it will install four Plug-in Electric Vehicle charging stations at Detroit Metro Airport -- part of a program to deploy 16 such public charging stations throughout Southeastern Michigan. The airport charging stations will be in the two main parking decks at the airport -- two on the eigh ... Continue reading
J.D. Power APEAL Study -- Vehicle Appeal Reaches All-Time High
Jul 27, 2011
Automakers Face up to Tough Market Conditions by Offering the Most Appealing Lineup of New Vehicles in History BMW and Dodge Each Receive Three Segment-Level Awards; Ford and Honda Receive Two Each according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) StudySM released ... Continue reading
White House Backtracks Once Again - Proposes 54.5 MPG Goal for 2025
Jul 27, 2011
the new fuel-economy target is a reduction from 56.2 mpg sought in a proposal to automakers including Ford Motor Co. (F) and Toyota Motor Corp. , last month. President Barack Obama's administration altered its proposal for a 2025 U.S. fuel-economy average to 54.5 miles per gallon to make allowances for light trucks, pe ... Continue reading
Jul 26, 2011
What: The Fisker Karma is the world's first extended range EV - offering responsible luxury, incomparable performance and seating for four. Powered by twin 201 HP electric motors that may be augmented by an on-board engine generator, the Karma is capable of delivering over 300 miles of responsible driving - and a top s ... Continue reading
Dominion Virginia Power Charging Ahead Electric Vehicle Recharging Pilot
Jul 26, 2011
Dominion Virginia Power, a subsidiary of Dominion , is moving forward with an electric vehicle recharging pilot program following the approval of the Virginia State Corporation Commission. The pilot is designed to test whether electric vehicle owners will choose to recharge their vehicles during off-peak hours -- typic ... Continue reading
Deal With Drayson Racing Technologies to Bring 'Dynamic Charging' to Electric Vehicle Motorsport
Jul 26, 2011
Electric Vehicles Will be Able to Charge as They Drive for the First Time HaloIPT, the global leader in Inductive Power Transfer (IPT) systems for wirelessly charging electric vehicles today announces a new strategic partnership with Drayson Racing Technologies, the green R&D racing organisation founded by Lord Drayson ... Continue reading
Jul 25, 2011
WHAT: DTE Energy will unveil a program that includes the installation of four Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) public charging stations at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The four at the airport will be part of a program to install 16 PEV public charging stations throughout its Southeastern Michigan service ar ... Continue reading
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Gives Nissan LEAF A 5-Star NCAP Rating
Jul 25, 2011
The 100-percent electric Nissan LEAF has earned a 5-star overall vehicle rating for safety as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). The Nissan LEAF is the first fully electric vehicle to earn this highest distinction from the program. Starting with 2011 models, ... Continue reading
Go60MPG Launches Radio Advertising Aimed At Law Makers
Jul 25, 2011
Washington, July, 25, 2011; With a decision imminent from the Obama Administration on new fuel efficiency and emissions standards for 2017-2025 vehicles, Go60MPG is launching a radio advertising campaign encouraging Americans to deliver the message to the White House that the best way to offer relief at the gas pump is ... Continue reading
Massachusetts Will Get 150 Plus Chargepoint Stations
Jul 22, 2011
BOSTON--Coulomb Technologies, Inc today announced the expansion of the ChargePoint Network into the Boston Metro area with more than 150 stations for electric vehicles. The stations are made available to the State through Coulomb's $37 million ChargePoint America Department of Energy program. ... Continue reading
Citroën UK Signs Up for Ecovelocity
Jul 22, 2011
Citroën was the first major car brand to sign up to appear at this year's EcoVelocity motor show on September 8-11. Citroën will showcase its 'green' credentials with a full range of vehicles on display, including its 100% electric city car, the C-Zero. ... Continue reading
Ford Fusion Hybrid Achieves Highest Hybrid Customer Satisfaction
Jul 21, 2011
-- Ford Fusion Hybrid customers are the most satisfied hybrid owners and are experiencing remarkable quality performance Fusion Hybrid achieves 41 mpg city ââ¬â 10 mpg better than the Toyota Camry Hybrid ââ¬â which is helping attract 75 percent of customers from competitors, the highest conquest ... Continue reading
Hey Taxi - Nissan Altima Approved for New York City's Taxi Fleet
Jul 21, 2011
July 21, 2011 -- Nissan Americas today confirmed that, beginning immediately, the U.S.-built Nissan Altima has been approved for use in New York City's taxi cab fleet by the City's Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC). Currently, approximately 306 hybrid-electric (HEV) Nissan Altima units are in use as taxi cabs on New Yo ... Continue reading
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