Dec 2, 2012
DOHA, Qatar--The Middle East may soon overtake other nations and become the global role model in developing sustainable energy, according to an author of a new report released today by the World Energy Council and Oliver Wyman at the COP 18 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Doha, Qatar. The World Energy Trile ... Continue reading
Faurecia celebrates its contributions to the Ford Fusion, named 2013 Green Car of the Year
Nov 29, 2012
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 29, 2012 -- Faurecia, the world's sixth-largest automotive supplier, today celebrated the announcement by Green Car Journal that the Ford Fusion has been named its 2013 Green Car of the Year. With Ford, Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies co-developed the exhaust heat recovery manifold (EHRM), a f ... Continue reading
Nov 29, 2012
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is supporting the University of Southern California (USC) and the renowned institution's Viterbi School of Engineering as it develops a special campus-wide Smart Grid "Living Laboratory" project including the use of Mitsubishi i-MiEV 100% electric vehicles. The Mitsubishi Mo ... Continue reading
Ford Fusion Named Green Car Journal's 2013 Green Car of the Year at LA Auto Show +VIDEO
Nov 29, 2012
The all-new 2013 Ford Fusion has been named Green Car Journal's 2013 Green Car of the Year® at the LA Auto Show. The Fusion emerged on top of an exceptional field of finalists including the 2013 Dodge Dart Aero, Ford C-MAX, Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV and the Toyota Prius c. Green Car of the Year honors are reserved for produ ... Continue reading
Nov 29, 2012
The introduction of the Renault ZOE at the end of 2012 and the Volkswagen Golf in 2013 -- two electric vehicles (EVs) that could have mass-market appeal -- should dramatically increase consumer interest in EVs in Europe, and spur investment from companies looking to provide charging infrastructure. According to a recen ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Volt Tops Consumer Reports' Owner-Satisfaction Survey For Second Straight Year
Nov 29, 2012
Top-ranked cars feature great fuel economy, a fun driving experience and luxurious surroundings Would you get the same vehicle if you had to do it all over again? That's the single, revealing question the Consumer Reports National Research Center asked subscribers in its annual Owner-Satisfaction survey--and the answ ... Continue reading
Nov 28, 2012
All-new 2013 Fiat 500e electrifies the Cinquecento lineup with even more innovation and style, plus up to an estimated 116 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) city and 100 MPGe highway of pure battery-electric power and zero tailpipe emissions Fiat 500e is designed to keep electric vehicle (EV) ownership simple with its ... Continue reading
BMW Highlights at the Los Angeles International Auto Show +VIDEO
Nov 28, 2012
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â November 28, 2012⦠BMW today presentation at this yearâs Los Angeles International Auto Show press days. From the exotic BMW Concept i8 Roadster to the versatile new BMW Concept K2 Powder Ride based on the popular new BMW X1with graphics designed by Designworks USA, the company will ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Press Conference at 2012 L.A. Auto Show +VIDEO
Nov 28, 2012
LA November 28, 2012; Mark Reuss President, GM North America introduced the new Chevrolet Models at the 2012 LA Auto Show, here is a transcript of his remarks. Good afternoon. Glad to have you with us. 2012 is turning out to be another great year for Chevrolet⦠and 2013 promises to be even bigger. We'll be launchi ... Continue reading
Nov 28, 2012
City CarShare, the largest nonprofit carsharing organization in North America, is driving the San Francisco Bay Area's access to electric-based vehicles by providing 18 plug-in vehicles and 160 hybrids available for shared use. With the addition of two new Ford Focus all-electric vehicles, City CarShare's fleet now inc ... Continue reading
Guglielmo Marconi Airport Introduces "Elettra", the Free EV Charging Station Service
Nov 28, 2012
Guglielmo Marconi airport has now turned to green energy. The new "Elettra" charging station was launched last Friday by the Mobility and Traffic Councillor of Bologna, Mr Andrea Colombo, and the Airport's President, Mrs Giada Grandi. The new service consists of an eco-friendly EV charging station which provides energy ... Continue reading
Tesla's Model S Named Best Car for 2013 by WealthTV
Nov 28, 2012
LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW - Having difficulty determining what to get the car enthusiast in your life this holiday season? Well don't even sweat it because Wealth TV, thanks to Telsa Motors, is ready to help. Wealth TV, the premiere luxury lifestyle and entertainment network, recently announced that Telsa's Model S has e ... Continue reading
BMW i3 Concept Coupe up for debut at the LA Auto Show
Nov 27, 2012
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor LOS ANGELES, November 27, 2012. During a pre show event in Hollywood, BMW unveiled the third model of the new i brand. It is the i3 Concept Coupe that will make its world debut tomorrow, when the LA International Auto Show opens its doors for the media. About the BMW i3, the elect ... Continue reading
Smart Grid Funding Misspent On Obsolete Technologies, Says New Report
Nov 26, 2012
A new policy report focused on the electric grid and economy of energy, Getting Smarter About the Smart Grid", was published today by the National Institute for Science, Law & Public Policy (NISLAPP) in Washington, D.C. The report states that billions of dollars in federal subsidies for smart" utility meters have b ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Strategic Analysis of the Chinese Hybrid and Electric Transit Bus Market
Nov 25, 2012
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Strategic Analysis of the Chinese Hybrid and Electric Transit Bus Market" to their offering. 'Strategic Analysis of the Chinese Hybrid and Electric Transit Bus Market' A Nascent Market and Strong Growth Potential Offer Opportunities to ... Continue reading
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