Ford and Microsoft - Two Hohmies
Mar 31, 2010
NEW YORK, March 31, 2010 â The drive toward broad commercialization of electric vehicles intensified today as Ford Motor Company and Microsoft jointly introduced a new way for consumers to manage their energy use if they choose to plug in their next vehicle. Microsoftâs Hohm software application, which allows ... Continue reading
39 MPG Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Debuts at New York Auto Show - COMPLETE VIDEO
Mar 31, 2010
Breakthrough Lithium Polymer Batteries Leapfrog Existing Nickel-Metal Hydride and Lithium-Ion Technology NEW YORK, March 31 -- As global automakers work out implementation timing for new fuel-efficient powertrain technologies such as gasoline direct-injection (GDI), twin-scroll turbochargers, and full-hybrid powertrain ... Continue reading
Mar 31, 2010
HERNDON, Va., March 31 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today unveiled the second generation Touareg, showcasing the brand's first-ever hybrid at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. Taking the Touareg to the forefront of its class are three available engines to suit a variety of different drivers: A V6 FSI® gasol ... Continue reading
Mar 31, 2010
New Cayenne is more sporting and dynamic, more fuel efficient, more spacious and lighter than its predecessor NEW YORK, March 31 -- Porsche introduced the next-generation Cayenne sport utility vehicle today, including a hybrid gas-electric version, to the North American market during a press conference at the New York ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing
Mar 31, 2010
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing" report to their offering. âGlobal Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thingâ With the rapidly growing concern over carbon emissions in the environment paired with highly volatile fuel prices, the hybrid car industr ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Cruze Eco: Hybrid-Like Fuel Efficiency Without the Price Tag - VIDEO ENHANCED
Mar 31, 2010
NEW YORK, March 28 -- -- Cruze Eco delivers an estimated segment-leading 40 mpg on the highway -- Optional RS appearance package for Cruze LT and LTZ trim levels At the New York Auto Show, Chevrolet reveals the compact 2011 Cruze Eco. This high-efficiency model is powered by an Ecotec 1.4L turbocharged engine with vari ... Continue reading
Mar 31, 2010
NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- New 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid expected to be most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America -- Lincoln MKZ Hybrid takes SmartGauge(TM) with EcoGuide to next level, offering drivers enhanced positive feedback on long-term fuel efficiency and driving performance -- More standard luxury, technologies a ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2010
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., March 30 -- Electric-vehicle drivers who dream of roaming the country and "paying at the plug" for electricity can see a glimpse of the future at the 2010 New York International Auto Show's EV Pavilion, where Ricardo Inc., in collaboration with PEP Stations LLC, will demonstrate its credit card-f ... Continue reading
CODA Automotive Battery Joint Venture Secures $394 Million of Committed Capital for Expansion
Mar 30, 2010
Company poised to meet the rising demand for electric car and energy storage battery systems SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 30 -- California-based electric car and battery company CODA Automotive announced today that together with its joint venture partner, Lishen Power Battery, it has secured $394 million of committed ca ... Continue reading
THINK to Begin Selling City Electric Car in New York
Mar 30, 2010
WHAT: Pioneering electric car company THINK will announce plans to bring the THINK City electric vehicle to customers in New York City. WHO: Keith Takasawa, Director, Product Development for THINK North America. WHERE: Phoenix Beverage (Pier 7) 2 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11201 WHEN: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 12 ... Continue reading
Nissan Leaf Pricing a Game Changer, Says Plug In America
Mar 30, 2010
All-Electric Vehicle Will Help Speed Widespread Adoption of All Plug-In Vehicles Highly affordable pricing for Nissan's all-electric Leaf will lead to rapid adoption of the sedan and help to accelerate widespread adoption of plug-in vehicles as many new models hit the road in 2011 and beyond, Plug In America officials ... Continue reading
American Honda's 2010 Hybrid Music Festival Events Kick Off at the Sasquatch! Music Fest
Mar 30, 2010
Honda's greening efforts include the solar-powered Big Foot Stage, hybrid vehicle display, carbon offsets and bicycle-powered recharging station TORRANCE, Calif., March 30 -- In the tradition of American Honda's sustainability efforts at music festivals in 2009, Honda will act as an official eco-partner for the 2010 Sa ... Continue reading
Toyota and Mazda Agree to Hybrid System Technology License
Mar 30, 2010
Tokyo, Mar 29, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) have reached an agreement on the supply under license of hybrid technology used in the Toyota Prius. Leveraging this agreement, Mazda plans to combine the hybrid system with its next-generation SKY* engine that is currently under de ... Continue reading
North American Grid Operators Assess Impact of Electric Vehicles
Mar 26, 2010
RENNSELAER, N.Y.--As automakers ramp up production of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), a group of U.S. and Canadian power grid operators who manage most of the North American bulk electric grid collectively studied the effect that PEVs would have on the electric power grid. âAssessment of Plug-in Electric Vehicle ... Continue reading
Mar 24, 2010
Reveal Also Includes All-New Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo ATLANTA, March 24 -- Porsche will introduce the next-generation Cayenne sport utility vehicle, including a hybrid gas-electric version, to the North American market on March 31 during a press conference at the New York International Automobile Show. Led by a high ... Continue reading
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