Flybus project aims to cut fuel costs and emissions for new and existing buses
Nov 24, 2009
Torotrak-led team targets twenty percent fuel saving using mechanical hybrid system The government-backed Technology Strategy Board is to help fund a new £1-million British-led 'green research' programme involving a flywheel-based mechanical hybrid Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) for fitment to buses and comme ... Continue reading
KinerStor Project Aims to Demonstrate Viability of Low Cost Flywheel Hybrid Systems
Nov 24, 2009
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Nov 24 -- Ricardo, Inc., the US subsidiary of Ricardo plc, the leading independent provider of technology, product innovation and engineering solutions to the world's automotive, defense, transport and new energy industries, has announced today further details of the collaborative KinerStor proje ... Continue reading
Volvo and Mack Engines First to Be Certified for Near-Zero Emissions of EPA 2010
Nov 20, 2009
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News: Volvo (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) and Mack are the first truck manufacturers to have their engines certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board as meeting upcoming 2010 diesel emissions standards, the most stringent in the world. Volvo and Mack are ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2009
GEORGETOWN, Texas â Nov. 18, 2009 â CleanFUEL USA, a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems, today announced the debut of its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter engine. The new engine system will be available the first qua ... Continue reading
CNN Says Black Friday Is Best day to buy a car
Nov 17, 2009
If you're looking for a new car, the day after Thanksgiving is the best day of the year to buy. NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- When people think of Black Friday shopping, they usually think of things like flat screen TVs, toys and sweaters. Now you can add cars, trucks and SUVs. Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is ... Continue reading
U.S. Foodservice-Atlanta Begins Fueling Fleet With Biodiesel
Nov 11, 2009
Company Becomes First Major Foodservice Distributor in Georgia to Use Cleaner Diesel Blend FAIRBURN, Ga., Nov. 11 -- U.S. Foodservice-Atlanta has become the first major foodservice distributor in Georgia to run its entire delivery fleet on biodiesel fuel. All of the Atlanta division's 185 tractors and 210 trailers bega ... Continue reading
FedEx Orders 51 New Azure Dynamics Hybrid Electric Delivery Vans
Nov 9, 2009
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. , today announced it will purchase 51 additional gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles from Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD). The FedEx fleet of hybrid electric and electric vehicles will total 325 when all 51 hybrid step-vans are delivered during November and ... Continue reading
Quantum Ships Diesel Hybrid Vehicles to the U.S. Army
Nov 9, 2009
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 9 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it is developing and shipping diesel hybrid vehicles to the U.S. Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) National Automotive Center (NAC), with funding support through the U.S. Special O ... Continue reading
EnerDel Wins U.S. Army Contract to Develop Batteries for New 'Hybrid Humvee'
Nov 6, 2009
Program Will Test EnerDel's High-Performance Solutions Under the Most Extreme Conditions INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 5 -- Automotive lithium-ion battery maker EnerDel, Inc. announced today that it will be working with the United States Army to develop a next-generation battery system for the hybrid version of the iconic High Mo ... Continue reading
Ford and Azure Dynamics Team Up To Deliver Battery Electric Commercial Van in 2010
Oct 31, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 30 -- -- Ford Motor Company, collaborating with Azure Dynamics, will introduce battery electric Transit Connect commercial van to market in 2010 -- The Transit Connect BEV is the first production vehicle from accelerated electric vehicle strategy, which includes Ford Focus BEV passenger car in 201 ... Continue reading
2009 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid Review
Oct 30, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2009 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid Engine: 6.0-liter V8 plus hybrid propulsion Horsepower/Torque: 332 hp @ 5,100 rpm/367 lb.-ft. @ 4,100 rpm Transmission: 2-mode hybrid with 4 fixed gears Wheelbase: 116.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 202.0 x 79.0 x 77.0 in. Tires: P285/45R22 Car ... Continue reading
Fuel Efficient Vehicle for U.S. Army
Oct 29, 2009
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Oct. 29 -- Ricardo, Inc., the US subsidiary of Ricardo plc, the leading independent provider of technology, product innovation and engineering solutions to the world's automotive, defense, transport and new energy industries, has been awarded a contract for the development of a new vehicle under ... Continue reading
IBM Announces Major New Study on the Future of the Trucking Industry - VIDEO STORY
Oct 27, 2009
ARMONK, NY - October 27, 2009: IBM is announcing a major new study on the future of the trucking industry. Truck 2020 says that some of the traditional reasons for fleet purchases â such as the brand name of the truck â have gone out the window, and now there is incredible pressure for hybridization of trucks ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Displays Fuel Efficient Military Vehicle at Hybrid Truck Users Forum
Oct 27, 2009
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today its Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) A3 equipped with ProPulse® diesel electric hybrid system is on display October 27 - 29 at CALSTARTâs Hybrid Truck Users Forum (HTUF) in Atlanta. Attendees will be offered rides in the Oshkosh vehicle on Oct. 29 ... Continue reading
Pricing for All-new 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty to Start at $28,165
Oct 23, 2009
New Crew of Heavy Duty Pickups Offer More Content, Lower Price AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 23 -- -- With more standard features and a lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) than the 2009 model it replaces, the all-new 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 regular cab 4x2 ST with the 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 gives consumers more va ... Continue reading
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