Floyd Associates' Analysis of Electric Vehicles and the Future of the Auto Industry
Dec 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, CA Dec 9, 2008; With the recent drop in the price of oil, new doubts have been cast over the future of hybrid and electric vehicles. Many manufacturers and designers of electric vehicles have faced technical and financial challenges in the past few months. Such challenges combined with large capital invest ... Continue reading
Dec 9, 2008
100MPG EV Maker Bright Automotive Tells Congress that ... Continue reading
Japan Car Execs Say Technology Race Still Wide Open
Dec 9, 2008
TOKYO December 9, 2008; Chang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reported that as Detroit's Big Three automakers flirt with collapse, punished for years of over-dependence on gas-guzzlers, the future of the motor industry would seem to belong to energy conscious rivals such as Japan's Toyota Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co Ltd. ... Continue reading
We Have Met The Enemy And He Is Us.......
Dec 8, 2008
When Walt Kelly (originator of Pogo) penned those words, he probably didn't mean to apply the homily to the automotive business segment. But, given the events of the last six months, eating our young as a practical illustration couldn't be any more accurate. ... Continue reading
Jungle Motors Now Converting Toyota Prius into High Mileage Plug-In Hybrid
Dec 8, 2008
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif.--Jungle Motors, Orange Countyâs largest electric vehicle conversion facility, is now offering a new Plug-In Hybrid conversion for the Toyota Prius. Jungle Motors, which has been converting gasoline-powered Porsche 911s and Chrysler PT Cruisers into clean, green commuter cars, is now off ... Continue reading
2009 Cadillac Escalade 4WD Hybrid review
Dec 7, 2008
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Cadillac Escalade 4WD Hybrid Engine: 6.0-liter V8 plus hybrid propulsion system Horsepower/Torque: 332 hp @ 5100 rpm/367 lb.-ft. @ 5100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 116.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 202.5 x 79.0 x 74.3 in. Tires: P285/55R22 Cargo volume: ... Continue reading
The Alternative Energy Association Announces Three Point Plan to Stimulate America's Economy
Dec 5, 2008
PALM BEACH, Fla.--The Alternative Energy Association, Inc., a Florida-based non-profit organization has announced its Three Point Plan to stimulate the American economy, reduce our dependence on foreign oil and create millions of new jobs. The Three Point Plan focuses on three solutions which relate to fuel efficient v ... Continue reading
Phylla, a Zero-Emission Vehicle from Italy is Unveiled in Turin
Dec 4, 2008
Late last week a host of Italian VIP people were invited to the Environment Park in Turin to try out a new minicar. Called Phyllis, it is an innovative zero-emission vehicle, developed with assistance from Fiat. ... Continue reading
2009 Honda Insight Hybrid to Make World Debut
Dec 3, 2008
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 3 -- The all-new 2009 Honda Insight hybrid will make its world debut in January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The five-passenger, five-door Insight is expected to be the most affordable hybrid car available when it goes on sale in the spring of 2009. The Insight is exp ... Continue reading
About Plug-in Electric Vehicles
Dec 3, 2008
What is a plug-in electric vehicle? âPlug-in electric vehicles,â like all electric drive vehicles, use electricity to move vehicleâs wheels. Some, or all, of that electricity comes from the grid -- from âplugging in.â How do they work?Plug-in electric vehicles come in many forms, or configurati ... Continue reading
Hybrid/Electric Tech Companies Meet in DC as Top Officials Debate 'Detroit Three' Rescue Plans
Dec 1, 2008
CEO of Lithium-Ion Automotive Battery Maker Ener1 Says Aggressive Investment in Advanced Energy Storage Systems Is Key to Industry Survival, U.S. Competitiveness WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- As Congress and the new administration weigh sweeping measures to rescue the U.S. auto industry, advanced lithium-ion battery maker Ener ... Continue reading
Research Report Examines the Electric Vehicle Industry and its Major Players
Dec 1, 2008
Los Angeles â Monday, December 01, 2008 â Floyd Associates, a privately held consulting firm with operations in strategic development, investment banking, and mergers & acquisitions, announced today that it has published a report on the Electric Vehicle Industry. According to the Electric Drive Transportation ... Continue reading
Dec 1, 2008
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.--GE Capital Solutions Fleet Services has processed more than $5.7 million in rebates for its customers that lease hybrid or alternative fuel motor vehicles since implementing a rebate program. The rebate program is designed for customers that make significant investments in new technology to improve ... Continue reading
Creeps at OPEC Threaten to Cut Oil Production to Raise Prices...We Say Up Yours!
Nov 29, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - October 23, 2008: At a meeting earlier today in Vienna, the OPEC pigs gathered to discuss the looming financial crisis...not our crisis mind you, the economic crisis being felt by the world's public...but the crisis that our dear friends in Iran, Venezuela, Libya and the rest of the Barbary pirates are h ... Continue reading
Press Pass Coverage of the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show: "It's As If You Were Here"
Nov 29, 2008
2008 LA Auto Show,LOS ANGELES - November 23, 2008: Once again, TheAutoChannel.com is proud to present exclusive PRESS PASS COVERAGE of the Los Angeles Auto Show, one of the world's great car and truck shows. Watching TACH's video coverage is like having Media Credentials to this major automotive event. You'll see the s ... Continue reading
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