Oct 16, 2012
ChargePoint announced the availability of the ChargePoint 4.0 platform for electric vehicle drivers and charging station owners. ChargePoint 4.0 is a free upgrade for all ChargePoint account holders and is now live for all station owners and drivers. For station owners, ChargePoint 4.0 is a groundbreaking release with ... Continue reading
2013 Toyota Prius, Prius V, Prius Plug-in Prices
Oct 16, 2012
Toyota has announced the pricing details on the 2013 Prius, Prius V and the Prius Plug-in Hybrid models. All pricing for these three 2013 Prius gamily members become effective October 2012. The MSRP on 2013 Prius has been increased by $200 on each of the five Prius equipment levels. Check out more news on the Toyota Pr ... Continue reading
AeroVironment Introduces New Easy-to-Install and Moveable Home Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Oct 15, 2012
AeroVironment, Inc. today announced the expansion of its popular EVSE-RS home charging product line with the introduction of its new EVSE-RS Plug-In, which easily and securely plugs into a dedicated 240 volt outlet, eliminating the need to hardwire the charging station into the home. The station is SAE-J1772 compliant ... Continue reading
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid: America's Luxury MPG Leader Delivers Personal, Unique Experience
Oct 15, 2012
All-new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid delivers more miles per gallon than every other luxury vehicle in America: EPA-certified 45 mpg city, 45 mpg highway and 45 mpg combined MKZ delivers 5 mpg better city and combined as well as 6 mpg better highway than more-expensive all-new Lexus ES Hybrid Lincoln is the only brand offering a ... Continue reading
Oct 15, 2012
SAE International's much-anticipated technical standard for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and electric vehicles (EV) has been approved and published. Developed in a consensus environment by more than 190 global experts representing automotive, charging equipment, utilities industries and national labs, "J1772: ... Continue reading
Ford eNews - Week of Oct. 14, 2012
Oct 14, 2012
Ford redraws popular classic animated character in new C-MAX ads Ford is drawing on the popularity of a classic animated television character to establish C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid as better, more fuel-efficient hybrid alternatives to Toyota Prius v through a new advertising campaign. ... Continue reading
Ride Along with Fireball Tim in the Mitsubishi iMiEV +VIDEO
Oct 12, 2012
HOLLYWOOD, CA - October 12, 2012: The latest episode of 5 Minute Drive features special guest Matt Farah and Mitsubishi's mini all electric car. ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Review By Carey Russ
Oct 12, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in After a dozen years, three generations (in the U.S, one more in Japan), and over a million examples sold, the Toyota Prius gasoline-electric hybrid is hardly advanced technology for early adopters. It's solidly mainstream, even though it continues to evolv ... Continue reading
Oct 9, 2012
The past year has seen a major uptick in deployments of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). This acceleration is a direct result of developments in the market for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs): More than 135,000 PEVs will be sold globally in 2012, and growth is expected to continue at a steady pace. According ... Continue reading
Oct 8, 2012
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) today announced it approved a series of guidelines for Qi (pronounced "chee") wireless chargers intended for automotive aftermarket use. Products meeting the guidelines will be able to include the description, "Meets Qi Automotive Aftermarket Guidelines" along with the Qi logo. Power ... Continue reading
Toyota Brings Hybrids to the Living Room as First Auto-Maker on HSN
Oct 8, 2012
Toyota introduced its all-new Avalon Hybrid and its hybrid vehicle lineup into millions of living rooms across America on Sunday, October 7, with a "Discover Toyota" showcase that aired on HSN at 12 noon, 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. EDT. Toyota is the first auto manufacturer to appear on HSN in the more than 30 years since it wa ... Continue reading
Oct 4, 2012
New TV, digital and print campaign -- featuring Italian "La Linea" character popularized in the U.S. in the 1970s and 80s -- highlights how Ford C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid top Toyota Prius v and Prius plug-in in MPGe and more New ads also showcase C-MAX Hybrid's "real-vehicle" performance, technology ... Continue reading
Brand That Created the "Microcar" Segment Creates the "Affordable Electric Car" Segment
Oct 3, 2012
smart USA announced today that it will bring in its third generation electric fortwo next spring at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $25,000, making it the most affordable production electric vehicle in the U.S. A companion cabriolet model will retail at $28,000 when both models hit the U.S. market in ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2012
EcoBoost is a breakthrough for Ford Ford's innovative 1.0-liter EcoBoost® engine has been honored with a Breakthrough Award from Popular Mechanics. This three-cylinder EcoBoost engine is one of 10 new items including a camera and 3D printer the magazine chose as technology products that matter most. Available now in E ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Prius v Review By John Heilig
Oct 3, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG THE AUTO CHANNEL SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Toyota Prius v Engine: 1.8-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 98 hp @ 5,200 rpm/105 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm - plus 80 hp, 153 lb.-ft. electric motor Transmission: CVT Wheelbase: 109.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 181.7 x 69.9 x 62.0 in. Tires: P205/60R18 (t ... Continue reading
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