Kia Unveils All-New cee'd and Kia Ray EV at 2012 Geneva Show +VIDEO
Mar 6, 2012
Geneva - March 6, 2012: The all-new Kia cee'd makes its world premiere today (Tuesday) at the 82nd Salon International de Auto in Geneva. Joining the Kia cee'd in Switzerland, the Ray EV (electric vehicle) and the Track'ster concept make their first appearance before a European audience. "The three Kia premieres taking ... Continue reading
Protean Provides Fleet Owners With "Real-World" Solution to Fuel Economy and Emissions Challenges
Mar 5, 2012
Industry research shows that about one in every 20 fleet vehicles will be a hybrid by 2015, due mostly to new fleet vehicle purchases. But in this era of extreme cost cutting, Protean Electric, the global leader in advanced in-wheel motors, is giving fleet owners another solution with Protean Drive. ... Continue reading
Enova Continues Supply of Drive Systems to Smith Electric Vehicles
Mar 5, 2012
Enova Systems, Inc. (NYSE AMEX: ENA) (AIM: ENV) (AIM: ENVS), a leading developer of proprietary hybrid electric and all-electric drive systems and drive system components for the emerging green commercial vehicle market, announced today it has received further orders to supply drive system components to Smith Electric ... Continue reading
Morgan Set to Reveal Electric Concept with Five-Speed Manual Gearbox at Geneva Motor Show +VIDEO
Mar 3, 2012
Morgan has developed an electric 'traditional' sportscar with a high-tech aluminium chassis and five speed manual gearbox. Powertrain and integration was provided through a collaboration with EV specialist Zytek, one of the world's leading independent consultancies in this field. The concept car will be unveiled at the ... Continue reading
Enova Systems Joins GoElectricDrive Committee
Mar 2, 2012
Enova Systems, Inc., a leading developer of proprietary hybrid electric and all-electric drive systems and drive system components for the emerging green commercial vehicle market, announced it has joined the GoElectricDrive (GoElectricDrive.com) committee. The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) developed ... Continue reading
Nissan Leaf Becomes First Electric Car Available For Order In All U.S. Markets
Feb 29, 2012
Beginning tomorrow, drivers across the country will have their first opportunity to order their Nissan LEAF, as Nissan North America Inc. (NNA) expands availability for all U.S. markets, nationwide. ( This new launch phase means residents of 21 new states will be able to select and order a 2012 Nissan LEAF. The LEAF, t ... Continue reading
Arizona Innovator Raises Solar Lotus Through Biomimicry
Feb 29, 2012
Monarch Power announced today the Monarch Lotus and unveiled the first prototype of the solar energy innovation. Dr. Joseph Hui founded Monarch Power after exploring ways to recharge his Tesla electric vehicle. Later after researching methods of powering his home and heating his pool, Dr. Hui turned to the world energy ... Continue reading
Feb 29, 2012
EV Connect, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure solutions, today announced it helped Sacramento increase its modern EV charging facilities and moved the state capital forward in its effort to improve emission standards and remain consistent with the recent landmark clean car mandate that will req ... Continue reading
Obama's Green-Car Plan Runs Into Limited Alternative-Fuel Choices (Like All Americans)
Feb 29, 2012
President Barack Obamaâs administration is buying fewer hybrid and electric cars and more vehicles that can consume both ethanol and gasoline to meet 2015 environmental goals, favoring older technology over new. Washington DC February 24, 2012; The NADA newsletter reported that a Bloomberg article stated that Pres ... Continue reading
Climate Week Sponsorship Driven By Nissan
Feb 29, 2012
Nissan is to sponsor the most important fixture in the eco calendar, Climate Week. ... Continue reading
Protean Electric Receives Multiple Patents; Leads Industry for In-Wheel Electric Drive
Feb 28, 2012
Protean Electric, the global leader in advanced in-wheel motors for the automotive industry, has been awarded 17 patents for the unique technology and design of its Protean Drive system. More than 60 additional patent applications have been filed internationally and with specific countries in North America, Europe and ... Continue reading
French Police Reduce Crime Rate by 12% During T3 Vehicle Trials
Feb 28, 2012
As part of a nationwide campaign to reduce crime, T3 Motion ESVs were recently tested by various police departments and municipalities throughout France to determine their viability as an alternative and enhancement to foot patrols. The trial, which began in July 2011, included accumulated GPS data from foot patrols ov ... Continue reading
National Grid Further Expands ChargePoint Network Driving EV Adoption Throughout Massachusetts
Feb 28, 2012
Coulomb Technologies today announced that National Grid, a leading utility in the Northeast, is now providing electric vehicle (EV) drivers with a new and premium charging experience throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. National Grid has completed the installation of more than 30 new charging stations at sever ... Continue reading
Feb 27, 2012
EVO Electric Wins ACES Award EVO Electric Ltd., a leading developer of electric drive solutions for the automotive sector, today announced that it has won the prestigious Materials and Engineering Award at the fourth annual Academic Enterprise Awards (ACES) competition. The ACES competition, held on 21 February 2012 in ... Continue reading
Feb 27, 2012
TXU Energy and the City of Dallas have two new electric vehicle charging stations that have just powered up at Dallas City Hall today. The stations are the first of five EV charging stations that will be available to city employees and the public across Dallas, compliments of TXU Energy. ... Continue reading
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