Proterra Recognized in the 2015 Global Cleantech 100
Jan 28, 2016
EV transit innovator honored as one of the top private companies in clean technology BURLINGAME, CA -- January 27, 2016: Proterra, the leading provider of zero emission battery-electric buses, today announced it was named in the prestigious 2015 Global Cleantech 100, produced by Cleantech Group, whose mission is to con ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2016
Mullen Technologies, Inc., a pre-IPO car manufacturer and distributor, has announced the hiring of Mr. Paul Saluzzi as Chief Operating Officer. Mullen Technologies, Inc. gearing up to compete with Tesla and Faraday Future with expanding group of experts. Tweet this Mr. Saluzzi is a 20-year veteran of the financial indu ... Continue reading
2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and RAV4 SE Review By Steve Purdy
Jan 24, 2016
2016 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID AND SE FIRST DRIVES By Steve Purdy Senior Editor The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau As part of the recent mid-cycle refresh of the RAV4 compact crossover Toyota is now adding a hybrid version and a sporty new SE trim level. Weâre in California this week for our first look and drive at these t ... Continue reading
Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Named 2016 Luxury Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal
Jan 21, 2016
The all-new Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine, the worldâs first seven passenger plug-in hybrid SUV, has been named Green Car Journalâs 2016 Luxury Green Car of the Year. The XC90 T8 offers a combined 400 horsepower by way of a two-liter turbocharged and supercharged gas engine in front and an electric motor at the r ... Continue reading
Toyota Camry Hybrid Enforces More Law Per Gallon +VIDEO
Jan 21, 2016
On the surface, itâs just an environmental thing: A gas/electric hybrid is going to emit less pollutants than a gasoline-only power train. But itâs also going to use less fuel and get more mpg and at low speeds, itâs quieter than a gasoline engine. Think of it as a âstealth modeâ when running o ... Continue reading
Honda Clarity Fuel-Cell Vehicle U.S Pricing
Jan 21, 2016
- Five-passenger Clarity Fuel Cell sedan slated to launch in California before the end of 2016 Expected price around $60,000 with a targeted monthly lease under $500 Next-generation Honda FCV provides significant gains in packaging, interior space and real-world performance, including an anticipated driving range in ex ... Continue reading
Motiv Power Systems and Creative Bus Sales Partner to Build a Zero-Emission All-Electric School Bus
Jan 21, 2016
New Zero-Emission e-Quest XL to be built on Ford F59 Chassis, using Starcraft bus body FOSTER CITY, CA -- January 20, 2016: Continuing to demonstrate its collaborative approach to greening America's fleets, Motiv Power Systems and Creative Bus Sales, Inc announced they will partner on a new all-electric school bus. Cal ... Continue reading
Nissan Receives 2016 Energy Conservation Center Award +VIDEO
Jan 19, 2016
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that it has received the 2016 Energy Conservation Center, Japan Chairman's Award for its energy-saving activities across the company called NESCO (Nissan Energy Saving Collaboration). fsGj3-WxSIM The Energy Conservation Center, Japan Chairman's Award is under the Energy Conservati ... Continue reading
Small-Scale LNG Plants -- New Initiative Launched by Korea Gas Tech
Jan 18, 2016
Unitel Technologies to Provide Design and Engineering Services MT. PROSPECT, IL -- January 18, 2016: Unitel Technologies, Inc. announced that our company has been selected by Korea Gas Technology Corporation (KOGAS-Tech) to conduct the front end engineering and design (FEED) program to commercialize a creative small-sc ... Continue reading
Westport and Volvo Car Belux Launch Bi-Fuel Volvo V60 in Belgium & Luxembourg
Jan 12, 2016
VANCOUVER and BRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan. 12, 2016 - Westport Innovations Inc., engineering the world's most advanced natural gas engines and vehicles, today announced the launch of Bi-Fuel Volvo cars in Belgium and Luxembourg in connection with Volvo Car Belux. Unveiled for the Belgium market today at the 94th European Mo ... Continue reading
First Images Revealed of the New Kia Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle
Jan 12, 2016
Exclusive first images of Niro HUV illustrates sporty and versatile design Niro HUV world premiere set for Chicago Auto Show in February 2016 Dedicated hybrid powertrain specifically developed for all-new model WALTON-ON-THAMES, UK -- January 11, 2016: Kia has today unveiled the first official images of the sporty and ... Continue reading
Buyers Want Big, Car Makers Want Big, Government Wants Small - So The Disconnect Grows
Jan 7, 2016
Washington DC January 7, 2016; The AIADA newsletter reported on the disconnect on electric vehicles. From the battery-powered Chevrolet Bolt crossover to the hydrogen fuel cell-powered Honda Clarity to a hybrid Chrysler minivan, automakers are expected to show a parade of electric vehicles at the 2016 Detroit auto show ... Continue reading
Jan 7, 2016
A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the market for natural gas vehicles (NGVs), including global forecasts, broken down by vehicle segment, alternative drivetrain, and region, through 2025. A significant portion of the cost advantage of natural gas has evaporated in the past 12 months as a result of the coll ... Continue reading
2016 CES - VW Shows Electric Minivan (Microbus) - Will It Charge-Up Soccer Moms?
Jan 6, 2016
Las Vegas, January 2016 âBuilding on the momentum from the brandâs first appearance in 2015, Volkswagen is opening a new gateway to the future at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The time machine in this case is a zero-emissions, avant-garde van dubbed BUDD-e. This is the first vehicle b ... Continue reading
Dec 30, 2015
Tecogen® Inc. , a manufacturer and installer of high efficiency, ultra-clean combined heat and power products including natural gas engine-driven cogeneration, air conditioning systems, and high-efficiency water heaters for industrial and commercial use, is pleased to announce the formation of a joint venture ("JV") ... Continue reading
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