Chevrolet Volt Rollout Speeds Up: Available Nationwide by End of 2011
Jan 27, 2011
Chevrolet is stepping up the national rollout of the Volt to match customer interest. "We're accelerating our launch plan to have Volts in all participating Chevrolet dealerships in every single state in the union by the end of this year," said Rick Scheidt, U.S. vice president, Chevrolet Marketing. "This is the right ... Continue reading
Envia Systems Delivers High Energy Density Battery Materials Available for Commercial Testing
Jan 26, 2011
Envia Systems, the technology leader in high performance, low cost Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) energy storage solutions, announced today that its High Capacity Manganese Rich (HCMR) cathode material for advanced batteries is available in limited quantities for pilot vehicle programs. Envia's HCMR technology exceeds the perfor ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2011
Frost & Sullivan's new report "Strategic Analysis of the Passenger Cars Market in Iran" to their offering. âStrategic Analysis of the Passenger Cars Market in Iranâ This research service provides crucial insights about the Iran Passenger Cars Market. The research service highlights brief overview of the Iran ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2011
WASHINGTON--When considering how to advance the nationââ¬â¢s environmental and energy goals, the Association of Global Automakers (Global Automakers) believes that good public policy should encourage all promising advanced technologies and alternative fuels. âHybrids are just one of the many technologie ... Continue reading
EPA, DOT and California Align Timeframe for Proposing Standards for Next Generation of Clean Cars
Jan 24, 2011
*CONTACTS:* Cathy Milbourn (EPA) Milbourn.cathy@epa.gov 202-564-7849 202-564-4355 Enesta Jones (EPA) Jones.enesta@epa.gov 202-564-7873 202-564-4355 Karen Aldana (DOT) Karen.Aldana@dot.gov 202-366-9550 * * Stanley Young (CARB) syoung@arb.ca.gov 916-322-2990 916-956-9409 cell * * *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* January 24, 2011 ... Continue reading
Jan 24, 2011
Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com Market Intelligence survey concerning gas prices, the current economic situation coupled with concern over the potential rise in gas prices has caused new car and used car shoppers to change their vehicle consideration criteria. Â Nearly three-quarters (70 percent) of car shoppers say that ... Continue reading
No Compromises From Infiniti's First Hybrid
Jan 24, 2011
Technical specifications and performance are confirmed today for Infiniti's first hybrid and the most powerful new member of the luxury Infiniti M family. ... Continue reading
Jan 23, 2011
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Electric Vehicle Batteries Report" report to their offering. This report reviews current automotive propulsion battery technologies and the drivers and barriers that are influencing the markets for battery-powered vehicles, which include those that rel ... Continue reading
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Review
Jan 23, 2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid THE TRIPLE TREAT SEDAN LINE-UP IS NOW COMPLETE by Marty Bernstein Senior Editor-at-Large Detroit Bureau That great looking, award winning, hot selling mid-size sedan you see turning heads is one of two versions the 2011 Hyundai Sonata duo: the 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection model or the ... Continue reading
EPA Grants E15 Fuel Waiver for Model Years 2001 - 2006 Cars and Light Trucks
Jan 21, 2011
EPA Grants E15 Fuel Waiver for Model Years 2001 - 2006 Cars and Light Trucks *" ""Agency continues review of public comments for an E15 pump label to help ensure consumers use the correct fuel* *"* WASHINGTON* - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today waived a limitation on selling gasoline that contains m ... Continue reading
Ford Transit Connect Taxis to Hit the Streets of Chicago and Run on Clean-Burning Natural Gas
Jan 21, 2011
First Ford Transit Connect Taxis to be delivered in March to one of the largest cab companies in Chicago Vehicles will run on clean-burning compressed natural gas (CNG), which cuts back on greenhouse emissions Vehicles include more room for passengers and new features for drivers such as the rear view camera Ford Trans ... Continue reading
Jan 20, 2011
Napoleon, OH January 19, 2011; Douglas Pelmear President, founder and Chief engineer of HP2g sent us this sad release announcing the closing of the HP2g Facility in Wauseon, Ohio The HP2g is a revolutionary designed V-8 Electric Hybrid Engine, 400 HP on E-85 (ethanol fuel) that delivers 110 MPG, eliminating the need fo ... Continue reading
It's Easy Being Green: Ford Focus Electric Offers Eco-Friendly Features Throughout Vehicle
Jan 19, 2011
Ford Focus Electric offers customers environmentally friendly options throughout, which, coupled with advanced engine technology, deliver zero-emissions driving in an all-around green vehicle A material called Lignotock is used behind the cloth on the door. Derived from 85 percent wood fibers, this lighter application ... Continue reading
Chevrolet to Offer Coulomb Technologies Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to Chevrolet Dealerships
Jan 19, 2011
Coulombââ¬â¢s ChargePoint® electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for use at its US Chevrolet dealerships in support of the arrival of the award-winning Volt. SPX Corporation , Chevroletââ¬â¢s home charging installation partner, will deliver and install hundreds of Level II 240V ChargePoint char ... Continue reading
Jan 19, 2011
Chrysler minivan as a demonstration vehicle, using EPA's own patented technology. It is anticipated that the hydraulic hybrid technology will increase overall fuel efficiency 30-35 percent - 60 percent city driving -- and reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent. Increasing efficiency also cuts down on emi ... Continue reading
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