Kia Starts Its Green Market Future
Jul 17, 2009
Kia Motors has launched its first commercialised hybrid electric vehicle, the Forte Liquid Petroleum Injection Hybrid, onto the Korean market. ... Continue reading
Lexus Launches 'HS250h' in Japan
Jul 16, 2009
Tokyo, July 14, 2009; Lexus announces the launch in Japan today of the "HS250h"*1, its first dedicated hybrid model. Based on the brand's core principle of "pursuing the essence of luxury", Lexus aimed to develop a luxurious "harmonious sedan", hence the "HS" in the vehicle's name. The result is a car that not only exi ... Continue reading
Toyota, Mazda to form partnership on hybrid technology
Jul 16, 2009
TOKYO July 15, 2009; The AP reported that Toyota is in talks with Mazda about providing its key hybrid technology in a tie-up, the nation's top business daily reported Thursday. Both automakers said no decision has been made. Toyota Motor Corp., the world's leader in hybrids with the Prius, reiterated Thursday it sees ... Continue reading
Green Interactive Hybrid System Showcased at the Walgreens Car Show in Lynden, WA
Jul 15, 2009
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:NHYT), exclusive licensee of the Green Interactive Hybrid System⢠(GIHS) for Canada, is pleased to announce that the system has been showcased at the Walgreensâ 12th Annual Car Show in Lynden, WA. The GIHS was extremely well received, and the Company plans ... Continue reading
Corsa Ginetta-Zytek To Race As Hybrid At Lime Rock
Jul 14, 2009
Lime Rock, July 14, 2009: Corsa Motorsportsâ Ginetta-Zytek 09HS prototype will compete for the first time in hybrid configuration this weekend at Lime Rock Park for the American Le Mans Northeast Grand Prix. Officials with the FIA were more than satisfied with the performance and stability of the prototypeâs ... Continue reading
Honda to Begin Sales of Two More Hybrid Models in 2010 - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 13, 2009
Tokyo, July 13, 2009; Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sporty hybrid model in February 2010 and Fit Hybrid before the end of 2010. By combining these two models with the currently available Insight and Civic Hybrid, Honda will further enhance its lineup of compact hybrid m ... Continue reading
Jul 13, 2009
The axiomatic definition of electric powerâ that it is unique because you must âuse it or lose itââ is now defunct. The advent of stationary energy storage is game-changing, a revolution in the making. Energy storage benefits include renewables integration, lower cost and higher efficiencies, carbon ... Continue reading
Lithium Batteries for Hybrid Vehicles?
Jul 13, 2009
July 12, 2009; The recent Hitachi (HIT) announcement that beginning next year and by 2015 it will increase its Li-ion battery production by 70 fold for hybrids is quite significant for the Li-ion battery market. Until now, most analysts thought that there was no real potential for use of Li-ion batteries in Hybrid Elec ... Continue reading
Strong Consumer Interest in Electric Vehicles Bodes Well for New Era of Sustainable Transportation
Jul 13, 2009
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Nearly one in three (30%) U.S. car buyers are interested in purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) for their next car, according to a recent study on consumer EV sentiment sponsored by Better Place and conducted by Ipsos, a leading global market-research company. While interest in EVs was strong in all ... Continue reading
Global Green Cars Expands Its Electric Vehicle Product Line
Jul 13, 2009
WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.--Green Star Products, Inc. (OTC:GSPI) today announced that Global Green Cars, Inc., a strategic alliance partner, has been successful in securing the exclusive rights to two additional models for its electric vehicle market. During the past six weeks an entourage from Global Green Cars has been tourin ... Continue reading
Honda's New CEO Confirms Production CR-Z hybrid
Jul 13, 2009
Honda's new CEO, Takanobu Ito has today announced plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sports hybrid model in February 2010. The start date for EU sales of the new hybrid coupe will be released towards the end of 2009. ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 LEXUS HS Hybrid REVIEW
Jul 12, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE LEXUS HS Hybrid VEHICLE With the introduction of the Lexus HS, Toyota Corp brings drivers the first luxury hybrid sedan to ever hit the auto market. Tagged by Lexus marketing champs as a "unique car for forward thinkers" and "infused w ... Continue reading
Hyundai Launches World's First LPI Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Jul 10, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company launched its first Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), the Elantra LPI Hybrid, in the South Korean market at a press event attended by President Yang Woong-Chul, head of Hyundai's Corporate Research & Development Division, and members of the Korean and international press. ... Continue reading
U.S. Postal Service to Receive Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Jul 9, 2009
Agency to Participate in Federal Fleet Upgrade Strategy WASHINGTON, July 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- One of the greenest civilian fleets in the world just got a little greener. The U.S. Postal Service will conduct a one-for-one replacement of 6,500 vehicles with 1,000 E-85 ethanol-capable and 900 gasoline/electric hyb ... Continue reading
2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid Review
Jul 9, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid If Nissan is not be the first automaker to come to mind when you think of advanced drivetrain technology, maybe it's time to change your thinking. Nissan has tested the hybrid market for the past couple of years with the Altima Hybrid, and that's only the ... Continue reading
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