EnergyOne Technologies Announces First Provisional Patent Filing
Dec 2, 2010
LEXINGTON, Ky.--EnergyOne Technologies Inc., a provider of renewable energy solutions and next generation technologies, announced today that the Company has filed its first cornerstone provisional patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. âThis technology will be the first of its kind, enabling th ... Continue reading
GE Demonstrates Electric Bus of the Future
Dec 2, 2010
NISKAYUNA, N.Y.--The hybrid systems research team at GE Global Research, the companyââ¬â¢s central technology development arm, announced a significant breakthrough that could help accelerate the electrification of bus fleets, delivery trucks and other larger, heavy-duty vehicle fleets. âWeââ¬â ... Continue reading
Nov 30, 2010
Chevrolet Volt available for retail sale will be offered at public auction with the proceeds benefiting math and sciences education in the Detroit Public Schools. "Every aspect of the Volt ââ¬â from its aerodynamic shape to its battery chemistry ââ¬â is a testament to the importance of math and ... Continue reading
Toyota Fixing Coolant Pump in Prius
Nov 30, 2010
Washington DC November 30, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that USA Today reports that Toyota is replacing the pumps that cool the hybrid system in 650,000 Prius cars. Toyota Motor spokesman Paul Nolasco said Tuesday the fix is needed in Prius cars for model years 2004 through to 2007. When the pump malfunctions, t ... Continue reading
Energy Vision Presents Energy Vision Awards at Its Fourth Anniversary Celebration
Nov 26, 2010
NEW YORK--Energy Vision, a national non-profit organization that promotes the benefits of clean, renewable petroleum-free transportation fuels, presented its 2010 Energy Vision Leadership Awards to Andrew J. Littlefair, President and CEO of Clean Energy , and to Smithtown, New Yorkââ¬â¢s Environmental Direct ... Continue reading
6,348 Get Behind Wheel During Chevrolet Volt Unplugged Tour
Nov 24, 2010
Chevrolet Volt Unplugged Tour, 6,348 consumers climbed in and took the electric vehicle with extended-range capability for a spin. In shopping mall parking lots, on corporate campuses and on city streets, praise for the driving experience was nearly unanimous. ... Continue reading
Toyota Advances ECO-CAR Development With Electric Vehicle, Hybrids and New Battery Technology
Nov 22, 2010
Toyota is to undertake European road trials of an electric-powered version of its iQ city car from next year. It announced the study this week in a progress report on its product and technology strategies to use electricity and alternative power sources to develop low carbon vehicles that are less dependant on fossil f ... Continue reading
Rants, Raves and Kudos in This Month's Letter from Europe
Nov 21, 2010
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief THe Auto Channel Had an interesting experience the other day. Our adorable neighbor wanted to buy a new car. So we got into his 1956 Bentley to see what Marin Countyâs finest dealers had to offer. It was illuminating. The first thing that struck me was that none of them offer ... Continue reading
2011 Chevrolet Volt: Is it A Best Buy?
Nov 21, 2010
2011 Chevrolet Volt: Is it A Best Buy? A Quick First Drive. By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau (IMG_0719) The Auto Channel Chicago, IL November, 2010. Chicago was the final stop in the Volt Unplugged 12-city tour showcasing the functionality and capability of the Chevrolet Volt, the worldâs first electr ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Under-the-hood Automotive Electronic Systems - 2011 Edition
Nov 19, 2010
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a0bd86/underthehood_aut) has announced the addition of the "Under-the-hood Automotive Electronic Systems - 2011 Edition" report to their offering. âUnder-the-hood Automotive Electronic Systems - 2011 Editionâ Global and regional trends f ... Continue reading
2010 LA Auto Show - Still Big Oils' Best Friend
Nov 19, 2010
By Bob Gordon Co-publisher Los Angeles November 17, 2010; In what the official press release from the LA Auto Show is being touted as the âhistoric arrivalâ of the modern electric car, this yearâs edition of the LA Auto Show seems to be just continuing the status-quo big oil loves and profits from. Sprin ... Continue reading
2012 Infiniti M Hybrid Features Audible Pedestrian Warning System
Nov 18, 2010
PR Newswire FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 18, 2010 FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 18, 2010 -- The new 2012 Infiniti M35h is not only the first-ever Infiniti Hybrid, it is the word's first hybrid to feature a standard audible pedestrian warning system. Ã The new Infiniti M Hybrid is set to go on sale at Infiniti retailers nationwide ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2010
PR Newswire LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2010 LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2010 -- Infiniti today unveiled its first production hybrid performance luxury sedan, the all-new 2012 Infiniti M35h, during a press conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Ã The new Infiniti Hybrid, which is set to launch at Infiniti retailers nationwide ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2010
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2010 IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2010 -- Making its North American debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show alongside Kia Motors' first-ever hybrid for the U.S. ââ¬â the 2011 Optima Hybrid (arriving early next year) ââ¬â the all-electric Kia POP concept vehicle provides a gl ... Continue reading
2010 LA AUTO SHOW - Electric Concepts Generate Plenty of Buzz
Nov 18, 2010
Washington DC November 18, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Detroit News reports that the L.A. Auto Show bills itself as the green stop on the circuit, and that theme continues with at least six electric vehicles vying for attention this year. But environmentally friendly cars are not overpowering the show ... Continue reading
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