Ryder Orders 202 Heavy-Duty Natural Gas Trucks
Mar 31, 2011
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc., a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that it reached a key milestone in a major alternative fuel initiative with the order of 202 heavy-duty natural gas vehicles. The vehicle order is part of Ryderââ¬â¢s agreement with the San ... Continue reading
Ford Hybrids Rated Highest for Customer Payback, Value
Mar 31, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 31, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 31, 2011 -- Ford hybrid vehicles rank at the top of the list for payback and fuel cost savings, giving consumers more value and return on investment, compared to competitors Ford's hybrid vehicle lineup ââ¬â the Fusion Hybrid and Escape Hybr ... Continue reading
Hyundai to Showcase "New Thinking" at the 2011 Seoul Motor Show
Mar 31, 2011
Hyundai Motor Company: Hyundai to Showcase ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review, Specs, Comparisons and Prices
Mar 30, 2011
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review, Specs, Comparisons and Prices, 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 156 hp @ 6,000 rpm (191 net hp)/136 lb.-ft. @ 2,250 rpm Transmission: E-CVT Wheelbase: 107.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.8 x 72.2 x 56.9 in. Tires: P225/50VR17 Cargo volume: 11.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2011
WASHINGTON, March 30, 2011 Tougher Fuel Efficiency Standards, Electric Vehicle Push Will Accelerate Sales and Profits for U.S. Carmakers More than Global Competitors, Two Analyses Conclude WASHINGTON, March 30, 2011 - As the U.S. ramps up vehicle fuel efficiency standards, two new reports from Citi Investment Research, ... Continue reading
Leviton Announces UL Listing for Portable Charger
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire MELVILLE, N.Y., March 30, 2011 MELVILLE, N.Y., March 30, 2011 -- Leviton today announced the Evr-Greenâ⢠120 Level 1 Portable Charger, which allows drivers to charge a plug-in vehicle anywhere a standard outlet is available, has received Underwriters Laboratories Inc.î (UL) Listing for El ... Continue reading
President Obama Calls for Passage of NAT GAS Act, According to NGVAmerica
Mar 30, 2011
WASHINGTON--NGVAmerica, the trade association that represents the U.S. natural gas vehicle industry, hailed President Obamaââ¬â¢s call today for the passage of the NAT GAS Act as part of his new federal energy blueprint. In his written remarks today, the President said: âLeading by Example With the Fede ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 30, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 30, 2011 -- Rising prices at the pump fuel demand for natural gas Higher fuel prices, increasing government incentives and more CNG fueling stations are spurring interest in compressed natural gas-powered commercial vehicles offered by Ford. Cab company ... Continue reading
City of San Jose and the California Energy Commission Team Up to Welcome Wrightspeed
Mar 30, 2011
PR Newswire SAN JOSE, Calif., March 30, 2011 SAN JOSE, Calif., March 30, 2011 -- Event: Join San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed, California Energy Commission Vice Chair James Boyd, Wrightspeed CEO Ian Wright, members from the local cleantech community and others for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new ... Continue reading
A Goodbye, A Leaf, A Kia, A Jolt to Volt, A Laugh or Two In This Months Letter From Europe
Mar 29, 2011
From Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Let me start this Letter from Europe with a tribute to old friend David E. Davis. We lost him to cancer a few days ago. There is no doubt in my mind that he and the ailing Brock Yates were the most influential American auto writers Iâve ever met. In the 70s ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2011
BOULDER, Colo.--Auto manufacturers are in the process of launching plug-in vehicles in two different forms: Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). Both types of plug-ins offer many advantages over traditional non-electrified vehicles, including improved fuel economy or no petrole ... Continue reading
Mar 28, 2011
PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., March 28, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., March 28, 2011 -- Percentage of hybrid models sold within the MKZ range is higher than expected Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America and is the first model to offer a no-charge hybrid powertrain option Lincoln received highest ... Continue reading
Mar 28, 2011
WESTMINSTER, Colo.--Dukeââ¬â¢s Garage, a company specializing in restoring classic cars, and converting cars and trucks from gasoline engines to 100% electric vehicles, today announces the introduction of its eSpeedster and 550 Spyder Porsche replica vehicles. Dukeââ¬â¢s Garage will be showcasing ... Continue reading
U.S. Executive Director of TABD to Speak at ANSI Electric Vehicles Workshop
Mar 23, 2011
PR Newswire NEW YORK, March 23, 2011 Online Registration Open; Pre-Meeting Materials Available for Attendees NEW YORK, March 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In their continuing efforts to promote economic growth, business leaders and government officials from the United States and Europe participating in the TransA ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Fun & Innovative Prius Event
Mar 23, 2011
PR Newswire LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2011 LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2011 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. today announced that the Toyota Prius, the iconic hybrid that has been setting records for over a decade, has inspired an unprecedented, live and interactive event which attempts to set as many Universal Record Datab ... Continue reading
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