Tesla Supercharging Stations at CBL Malls
Jun 24, 2013
CBL & Associates Properties Inc. today announced the launch of a partnership with Tesla Motors, Inc. to install Tesla Supercharging stations at several CBL Malls across the country. Tesla is building a network of Supercharging stations that will eventually enable Tesla owners to drive coast to coast in their electric v ... Continue reading
Jun 20, 2013
Green Automotive Company (OTC: GACR) announced today that its subsidiary, GoinGreen, has signed an agreement with I'MOVING to exclusively distribute their range of pure electric commercial vehicles in the UK. They have also agreed to explore opportunities to collaborate in the introduction of these pure electric trucks ... Continue reading
Plug-In Electric Vehicles Will Reach 3 Million in Annual Sales by 2020, Forecasts Navigant Research
Jun 20, 2013
While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel ... Continue reading
Jun 18, 2013
Car manufacturers are under pressure to meet Californiaâs sales target of having electric, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen-powered cars account for 15% of new-car purchases by 2025. ​ WASHINGTON June 18, 2013; NACSDaily reported Bloomberg.com said that automakers are coming under âincreasing pressureâ ... Continue reading
Volvo Launches Noiseless Electric Buses in Gothenburg
Jun 17, 2013
Buses that glide noiselessly without emissions, that pick up passengers indoors and which are powered by a renewable source of electricity -- this will become a reality in 2015, through the launch of an ultramodern bus service in Gothenburg. The new technology enables completely new possibilities for future public-tran ... Continue reading
Jun 17, 2013
ZAP (ZAAP) an automotive company incorporated in California and headquartered in Santa Rosa, California announced that Jonway Auto, its subsidiary in Zhejiang, China has successfully completed their 5-Star MiniVan EV and is preparing to finalize the type approval in China. This Minivan EV represents one of three new EV ... Continue reading
More Honda Fit EV Electric Vehicles on the Way
Jun 14, 2013
Torrance California June 14, 2013; Honda expects a strong positive consumer response to our recent announcement that the Fit EV monthly lease price had been reduced from $389 to $259 for new and existing customers alike. It turns out that a "strong" response was gross understatement. Customer interest spiked significan ... Continue reading
Jun 14, 2013
Ford releases 14th annual Sustainability Report highlighting all things sustainable, including a 37 percent per vehicle drop in CO2 emission levels at global facilities between 2000 and 2012; a 30 percent reduction is planned between 2010 and 2025 Ford's sustainability efforts strengthened by strong product line, inclu ... Continue reading
2012 Clean Energy Challenge Finalist SiNode Systems Takes $100,000 National Clean Energy Title
Jun 13, 2013
The Clean Energy Trust congratulates SiNode Systems, which won first place in the 2013 U.S. Department of Energy National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition. SiNode Systems, a finalist in Clean Energy Trust's 2012 Clean Energy Challenge, earned a spot at the national competition after winning the 2013 Rice Business ... Continue reading
BYD e6 Electric Cars Arrive in the UK
Jun 13, 2013
More than 50 of BYD e6 pure electric cars have arrived in the UK and will be going on trial with a number of fleet operators in the coming months. The right-hand drive cars were offloaded at Southampton docks and are in the process of being registered. ... Continue reading
First European-Built Ford Focus Electric Rolls Off the Line
Jun 13, 2013
Ford has begun a new chapter in its vehicle manufacturing history with the start of production of the all-new Ford Focus Electric - the first full-electric vehicle to be built by Ford in Europe. ... Continue reading
Jun 12, 2013
Mustang approaches 3,000 movie credits From appearances in James Bond's "Goldfinger" to Steve McQueen's "Bullitt" and now "Need for Speed," Ford Mustang boasts one of the most prolific entertainment careers. It has made appearances in nearly 3,000 films and TV shows and has a global fan following. ... Continue reading
2013 Fiat 500 Turbo and 500e Reviews By Larry Nutson
Jun 11, 2013
Due´ Fiat 2013 Fiat 500 Turbo and 500e Reviews by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (FT013-150FH) The city-friendly Fiat 500, the Cinquecento, arrived on the scene here in the U.S. in the first half of 2011 with its 2-door coupe in Pop, Sport and Lounge trims. Then came the 500c Cabrio, an ... Continue reading
Smith Electric Fleet Surpasses 700 Vehicles and Five Million Miles of Operation
Jun 11, 2013
Smith Electric Vehicles Corp. , the leading global producer of all-electric medium-duty commercial vehicles, today announced that it has now produced over 700 of its all-electric Edison and Newton trucks, which have cumulatively generated over five million miles on the road. This is a significant milestone for the Comp ... Continue reading
The Audi A1 e-tron in "Electromobility Showcase" Projects
Jun 11, 2013
Audi and the A1 e-tron are participating in the German federal government's Electromobility Showcase initiative. To explore the potential of the new drive system, the brand with the four rings has deployed 80 cars in six separate projects. A specialist for urban centers, the electric-powered compact model also includes ... Continue reading
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