Nov 20, 2012
Considering electric vehicle (EV) development and adoption to be a strategic priority with major economic, environmental, and security impacts for the country, the government of China has established a goal of making China the world leader in plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales. This includes a target of manufacturing ... Continue reading
GE, Ford Collaborate on Alternative Fuel Vehicle Adoption and Research
Nov 20, 2012
GE today announced a collaboration with Ford Motor Co. in which the company will purchase 2,000 new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrids for its fleet. As part of the collaboration, Ford will jointly market GE's alternative fuel infrastructure solutions to commercial customers and provide new alternative fuel vehicles for ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2012
GE will purchase 2,000 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrids -- Ford's largest-ever plug-in electrified vehicle fleet sale -- as part of GE's commitment to convert half of its global fleet to alternative fuel vehicles C-MAX Energi is America's most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid with a 108 MPGe city EPA rating and a 620-mile sin ... Continue reading
Long-distance Traffic Solution for e-vehicles Wins European Satellite Navigation Competition 2012
Nov 20, 2012
The ebuggy e-mobility project has won the Hessen region's European Satellite Navigation Competition 2012. The award is sponsored by the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency (GSA), the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), and Nokia, among others. By hitching up battery trailers at its planned network of ebuggy rela ... Continue reading
Chicago Awards $13.4 Million Electric (EV) Garbage Truck Contract to Motiv Power Systems
Nov 19, 2012
Chicago city streets are set to be the first in the nation with all-electric, zero-emission garbage trucks thanks to the $13.4 million contract granted the San Francisco Bay Area startup Motiv Power Systems. The scalability and flexibility of the Motiv electric Powertrain Control System (ePCS) made the company the most ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2012
BAE Systems has awarded Saft with $1.3 million in new funding for the continued development of a Lithium-ion (Li-ion) energy storage system for the U.S. Army's Ground Combat Vehicle (GCV) program. Saft, which is designing and building ultra- high-power cells for the vehicle's hybrid electric drive system, has already c ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2012
CODA Holdings, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles and advanced battery systems purpose-built for transportation and energy storage applications, today announced that it has received the Los Angeles Business Journal's Patrick Soon-Shiong Innovation Award. The award, which recognizes organizations and executive ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2012
The Los Angeles Auto Show announced today that its media-only Ride & Drive will expand this year to present not only fuel-efficient vehicles, but also vehicles featuring the most advanced in-car technologies. Approximately 25 vehicles from 12 manufacturers will be featured in the new Green and Advanced Technology Ride ... Continue reading
125 MPC CODA Automotive Puts a Free Fueling Station in Customers' Garages
Nov 16, 2012
CODA Automotive, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles, today announced it is offering California residents who purchase a new 2012 CODA electric vehicle (EV) a complimentary home GE WattStationâ⢠Wall-Mount Level 2 EV charger, plus a home assessment and installation* of the charger conducted by Mr. ... Continue reading
Nov 15, 2012
Since the market for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) opened in earnest in 2010, with the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt battling for market leadership and the Tesla Roadster targeting the high end of the performance market, several manufacturers have launched new models. The 2013 model year is looking increasingly com ... Continue reading
Hertz On Demand Introduces Electric Vehicles In San Antonio
Nov 15, 2012
The Hertz Corporation today announced the expansion of its car sharing program, Hertz On Demand, in San Antonio with the introduction of a Nissan Leaf electric vehicle and the addition of seven parking locations throughout downtown San Antonio. "We've enjoyed a successful partnership with the City of San Antonio, seein ... Continue reading
Nov 14, 2012
With the first commercial launches in 2010, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have grown significantly in volume, with many auto manufacturers adding new models to their fleets. In the United States, sales of PEVs are expected to reach nearly 48,000 in 2012 and to surpass 400,000 vehicles annually by 2020. However, acco ... Continue reading
SAE International Announces Vehicle Electrification Program: Certificate and Certifications
Nov 14, 2012
SAE International is introducing a personnel certification program that enables engineers, product development technicians, and other associated personnel to earn a certificate of competency or certification in the area of vehicle electrification (VE). Through a process that engaged a group of auto industry subject mat ... Continue reading
Nov 14, 2012
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies (FNST) is showcasing a portfolio of products that enhance the safety, durability and performance of electric vehicles today at the 2012 Battery Show in Novi, Mich. FNST, one of the largest producers of elastomeric seals and custom molded parts, is pursuing advanced electric vehicle ... Continue reading
Nov 13, 2012
AT&T, BMW and Tendril today announced their co-sponsorship of a joint hackathon in New York, NY on November 16-18, focusing on application development around the intersection of electric vehicles (EVs), mobility services, sustainability and the connected smart home. The three-day event will be part of the seven-city BM ... Continue reading
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