2009 Geneva Motor Show to Highlight Green Technologies - PREVIEW VIDEO
Jan 21, 2009
The Auto Channel to Present Complete PRESS PASS COVERAGE...Again GENEVA - January 22, 2009: The automobile industry will be fully represented at the next Geneva International Motor Show in the spring of 2009. The organizers of the Show are delighted that all of the major automobile manufacturers will be exhibiting in s ... Continue reading
All-New Insight Makes European Debut in Valencia
Jan 21, 2009
January 19, 2009 - The all-new Insight was shown to journalists in Europe for the first time at a press event in Valencia. Insight Side About all-new Insight · 5-door family hatchback with Honda's petrol-electric IMA system · Combines practicality and flexibility in an affordable package · Low emissions and great fu ... Continue reading
Lexus Launches 'RX450h' and 'RX350' in Japan
Jan 20, 2009
Tokyo, Jan 19, 2009; Lexus announces that sales of the "RX350" in Japan started today and that sales of the "RX450h" are to start in Japan in April*. Both RX models are the latest versions of the RX, which was previously unavailable in Japan. Next-generation crossovers that merge the luxurious ride and comfort of a sed ... Continue reading
The Future of Motoring is Electric
Jan 18, 2009
Futuristic concepts have pointed toward electric vehicles for years. Remember the GM's Sequel concept that used a fuel cell to power wheel-mounted motors? Its mechanicals were all included in a sleek skateboard chassis that could be fitted with virtually any type of body. But economic times like these demand more pract ... Continue reading
Daimler AG and Continental receive "Yellow Angel" award for lithium-ion technology
Jan 15, 2009
Stuttgart , Jan 15, 2009- select action - Download selection now Add selection to Download CenterWorld-first integration of a lithium-ion battery in a mass-produced passenger car Available in the Mercedes-Benz S 400 BlueHYBRID from summer 2009 Winning application out of 51 entries from 42 companies Stuttgart â The ... Continue reading
Lower Oil Prices Force Venezuela's Chavez To Let West Make Oil Bids as Prices Plunge
Jan 15, 2009
By Simon Romero CARACAS, Venezuela January 14, 2009 â President Hugo Chávez, buffeted by falling oil prices that threaten to damage his efforts to establish a Socialist-inspired state, is quietly courting Western oil companies once again. President Hugo Chávez is expected to put forth a referendum this year ... Continue reading
BYD Plans To Sell Hybrid Cars In US By 2011
Jan 14, 2009
BYD plans to sell hybrid cars in US by 2011 http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009057/BYD-plans-to-sell-hybrid-cars-i n-US- by-2011.html Shanghai, January 14 (Gasgoo.com) China's BYD Auto Co announced on Day 2 of the Detroit auto show that the company plans to introduce electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the U.S. in ... Continue reading
Jan 13, 2009
MILWAUKEE, Jan. 13 -- Johnson Controls-Saft and Azure Dynamics Inc (AZD) today announced a new supply agreement that will provide some of the world's most advanced lithium-ion (Li-Ion) hybrid battery technology to power commercial vehicles in North America. The five-year supply agreement signals progress in the develop ... Continue reading
Michigan's Governor Says US Should Invest More in R&D For Auto-related Alternative Energy Technology
Jan 13, 2009
EAST LANSING, Mich. January 13, 2009; The AP reported that Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm says the federal government needs to invest more in research and development for auto-related alternative energy technologies such as the batteries for electric cars. The Democrat discussed the need Tuesday morning from East Lans ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: EV Startup Companies Compete With The Big Boys
Jan 13, 2009
Selling luxury and electric-drive, startups seek to capitalize on push for green cars DETROIT January 13, 2009; Ken Thomas writing for the AP eported that several startup automakers are in hot pursuit of electric-powered vehicles, but they face an uphill road as they challenge major car companies like Toyota and Genera ... Continue reading
Saturn Hybrids Drive 'The Road to Change' to the Presidential Inauguration
Jan 13, 2009
A caravan of Saturn Vue 2-Mode Hybrids departs today from the North American International Auto Show in Detroit bound for the upcoming presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. ... Continue reading
Jan 12, 2009
GM will establish the first lithium-ion battery pack manufacturing facility in the United States operated by a major automaker LG Chem has been selected to supply the lithium-ion battery cells for the Chevrolet Volt Advanced battery strategy strengthens GM's capabilities to develop hybrid and electric vehicles GM will ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler Press Conference - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 11, 2009
DETROIT - JANUARY 10, 2009: General Motors' first press conference at this years North American International Auto Show will take place on Sunday at 12 Noon EST. The entire conference can be watched LIVE right here on TheAutoChannel.com. Please return to this page at the appointed time and then click the window below t ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Lexus Stages World Debut of the 2010 HS 250h - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 11, 2009
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Lexus today revealed the 2010 HS 250h, the world's first dedicated luxury hybrid vehicle, at the North American International Auto Show. This year's show marked the 20th anniversary of the debut of the first Lexus vehicles, the LS 400 and ES 250. The cars were introduced at the NAIAS in 1989. The HS ... Continue reading
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