Toyota Ushers in the Future with the Mirai Fuel Cell Car
Nov 19, 2014
Toyota will launch its all-new Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicle in Japan1 on 15 December, before introducing it in the UK and other selected European markets in September 2015. Mirai - the name means future in Japanese - signals the start of a new age of vehicles. It uses hydrogen, an important future energy source, to ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2014
Next Green Car, the UK's no. 1 green car website, today announces the winners of the Next Green Car Awards 2014, highlighting this year's best green cars to come onto the market. Next Green Car has made awards across eleven vehicle categories including two new categories Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) and Light Commerci ... Continue reading
Kia Soul EV: Commended by Next Green Car Awards 2014
Nov 19, 2014
Kia Soul EV recognised for class leading environmental technology Proudly earns the commended accolade in the âCrossoverâ category Class-leading 132 miles range and 200 Wh/kg density battery WALTON-ON-THAMES, UK -- November 18, 2014: Less than a week after its official UK launch, the Kia Soul EV has already b ... Continue reading
The Toyota Mirai Brings the Future to Your Driveway
Nov 18, 2014
Fuel cell electric sedan marks turning point for zero-emission vehicles Range and refuel time compete with traditional internal combustion engines World-class, 360 Degree Ownership Experience Available for sale or lease in California beginning fall 2015 TORRANCE, CA -- November 18, 2014: For the second time in a genera ... Continue reading
New Mitsubishi Models For North America
Nov 17, 2014
Washington DC November 17, 2014; The AIADA newsletter reported that Mitsubishi Motors Corp., amid a remarkable sales rebound this year in the United States, is targeting its first profit in North America since the global financial crisis. Now, reports Automotive News, CEO Osamu Masuko pledges to build on the company's ... Continue reading
California Law Puts Electric Cars in Reach of Working Families
Nov 17, 2014
California law is gearing up to create new, cleaner transportation choices for working families. SB 1275, known as the Charge Ahead Initiative <http://www.chargeahead.org/sb-1275/> and signed into law in September by Gov. Jerry Brown, aims to put one million electric cars, trucks and buses onto California roads. ââ ... Continue reading
Honda FCV Concept Makes World Debut in Japan
Nov 17, 2014
Honda FCV Concept showcases the styling evolution of the next-generation zero emissions Honda fuel-cell vehicle - Next-generation Honda FCV intends to provide significant gains in real-world performance, cost reduction, efficiency, packaging and appeal, including more than 300-mile driving range TOKYO -- Nov. 16, 2014: ... Continue reading
NRG eVgo to Bring Electric Vehicle Fast Charging to Chicago
Nov 14, 2014
-NRG eVgo, a subsidiary of NRG Energy, Inc., is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging offerings to the Chicago market. In partnership with Chicago-based JNS Holdings Corp., eVgo will operate a comprehensive and reliable network of direct current (DC) fast chargers to provide range confidence for Chicagoland EV d ... Continue reading
Nissan Offers Free Public Charging for New LEAF Buyers in Chicago
Nov 14, 2014
CHICAGO--Chicagoans can now add free public charging to the long list of benefits of buying an all-electric Nissan LEAF. Nissan today launched its âNo Charge to Chargeâ promotion that provides two years of no-cost public charging with the purchase or lease of a new LEAF from Nissan dealers in the Chicago mark ... Continue reading
VIA Motors Receives EPA Certification For eREV Van
Nov 14, 2014
OREM, Utah, Nov. 13, 2014 -- VIA Motors announced today that it has received official certification from the Environmental Protection Agency for its eREV Van, according to VIA Motors CEO Pablo Acedo. eREV is an acronym for Extended Range Electric Vehicle. VIA Motors is a privately-held electric vehicle development and ... Continue reading
Will Many Drivers Exercise Tesla's 3-Month Lease Exchange?
Nov 13, 2014
"when" drivers look to escape luxury leases in Tesla's price range. Most Tesla Lease Exchanges Will Happen In First 4-8 Months Under Tesla's new program, lessees have the option to return their Model S within the first three months if they are unsatisfied. Scot Hall from Swapalease.com believes many will take advantage ... Continue reading
First Mercedes-Benz Plug-In Hybrid: S550 +VIDEO
Nov 12, 2014
MONTVALE, NJ - November 12, 2014: The new Mercedes-Benz S550 PLUG-IN HYBRID blends an ultramodern hybrid drive configuration with the unique innovations and the luxurious equipment and appointments of the S-Class. The luxury sedan impresses with exceptional dynamism and efficiency. Thanks to standard pre-entry climate ... Continue reading
Best of What's New for 2014? The Toyota Fuel Cell Vehicle
Nov 12, 2014
Even the techies at Popular Science like the Toyota Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV). The magazine named the sedan to a 2014 Best of Whatâs New winner in the auto category. âFor 27 years, Popular Science has honored the innovations that surprise and amaze us − those that make a positive impact on our world today ... Continue reading
Colorado's First All-Electric Car Share Service Launches in Colorado
Nov 11, 2014
DENVER -- November 11, 2014: The nationâs first operational, all-electric car share service launched in Golden, Colo. eThos Electric Car Share will provide the Golden and Denver-metro area with American-made, all-electric sedans (EVs) for short-term rental. âI signed up because itâs great to promote elec ... Continue reading
Next Green Car Announces its 2014 Awards Short List
Nov 11, 2014
Welcome to the Next Green Car Awards 2014, from the UK's No.1 green car website and highlighting this year's best green cars. Thirty-six of the UK's greenest new cars of 2014 have been selected for shortlists across eleven vehicle categories. The winners will be announced on Tuesday 18th November 2014. Scientifically-b ... Continue reading
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