Nissan Delivers 75,000th All-Electric LEAF in the U.S. to Oregon Family
Mar 23, 2015
Nissan celebrated with Rishabh Mehandru of Portland, Oregon, as he purchased the 75,000th Nissan LEAF in the United States. This is Mehandruâs second Nissan LEAF after leasing his first one two years ago in an effort to reduce the emissions he was putting into the air. âI love how quickly I can get up to spee ... Continue reading
Nissan LEAF Battery Reliably Outperforms Cynics, Critics and Alternatives
Mar 23, 2015
Five years on, Nissan reports 99.99% battery success rate across Europe More reliable than a petrol or diesel engine, according to industry averages Nissan LEAF is the worldâs best-selling all-electric car, with over 165,000 sold globally ROLLE, Switzerland--Five years and more than 35,000 European sales since the ... Continue reading
EcoRun 2015 to Showcase 13 Eco-Friendly Manufacturers
Mar 23, 2015
AJAC 2015 Vancouver Island EcoRun Bringing Fuel Efficient Technologies to Your Community VANCOUVER -- March 23, 2015: A fleet of vehicles showcasing the latest eco-friendly and fuel-efficient technologies is being assembled here for the fourth annual AJAC EcoRun, which starts Wednesday at the Vancouver International Au ... Continue reading
Leviton Launches Next Generation Workplace Electric Vehicle Charging Pedestals
Mar 23, 2015
Pedestal system delivers safe and convenient commercial charging option at affordable price -- Leviton today announced the launch of the next generation of electric vehicle charging station pedestals for workplace environments. The new pedestal system integrates Leviton's industry-first Evr-Green® 32-amp electric vehi ... Continue reading
Mar 20, 2015
Consumer Watchdog has petitioned the California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to reject a PG&E proposal to monopolize electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure on grounds that it will raise costs for ratepayers while stifling innovation. PG&E has proposed to charge ratepayers to install 25,100 EV charging stati ... Continue reading
Sales of Electric Motorcycles and Scooters Are Expected to Reach Nearly 6 Million a Year by 2024
Mar 20, 2015
Slowing growth in China is being offset by expanding markets in neighboring economies, report finds BOULDER, CC -- March 20, 2015: A new report from Navigant Research examines the global markets for electric motorcycles and scooters and the related battery technologies, including global forecasts for electric two-wheel ... Continue reading
Nissan Teams up with Ricker's to Fuel Electric Cars
Mar 20, 2015
Thanks to a local partnership, Nissan is now bringing its popular âNo Charge to Chargeâ program to Indianapolis, providing two years of no-cost, public charging to new Nissan LEAF buyers within the Greater Indianapolis market. âWe are pleased to support private sector partnerships like the one between Ni ... Continue reading
Why An Auto Care Career Is A Good Choice For You +VIDEO
Mar 7, 2015
Auto care industry stats There are over 254.8 million registered vehicles plus 7.2 million commercial trucks and vehicles in the U.S. that make up the auto care industry. The auto care industry is a significant sector of the U.S. economy, employing more than 4 million people. Industry sales in 2013 totaled $318.2 billi ... Continue reading
How Hydrogen Fuel Cells Work - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 26, 2015
Fuel cells are classified primarily by the kind of electrolyte they employ. This classification determines the kind of chemical reactions that take place in the cell, the kind of catalysts required, the temperature range in which the cell operates, the fuel required, and other factors. These characteristics, in turn, a ... Continue reading
Feb 25, 2015
Cumulative Zero-emissions Mileage by Fuel Cell Drivers Surpasses 238,900 Miles FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA -- Feb. 25, 2015: Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell drivers have surpassed an impressive threshold, recently accumulating more than 238,900 miles on the roads of Southern California, all while emitting only clean water vapor. The ... Continue reading
2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Complete Specs and Prices
Feb 24, 2015
The Mitsubishi i-MiEV â America's most affordable electric vehicle â offers distinctive styling, a space-efficient interior and an EPA-rated "fuel" economy of 126 MPGe. Every i-MiEV includes a 16 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, CHAdeMO DC quick charge port, heated front seats and side mirrors, and aluminum whee ... Continue reading
BIO Urges California to Readopt the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, With Changes
Feb 19, 2015
BIO expresses concerns on reporting requirements and compliance curve The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) is âgenerally supportiveâ of Californiaâs plan to readopt the state Low Carbon Fuel Standard, the trade organization stated in comments submitted Tuesday to the California Air Resources Boa ... Continue reading
Students from across the Americas Gear Up for 2015 Shell Mileage Challenge in Detroit
Feb 17, 2015
High School, University Squads Readying Their Super-Mileage Cars HOUSTON -- February 17, 2015: In just under two months, more than 1,000 high school and university students from across the Americas â Brazil, Canada, Guatemala, Mexico and the United States â will hit Detroitâs downtown streets with a flee ... Continue reading
Feb 16, 2015
This week at the Technology & Maintenance Council's 2015 Annual Meeting, Dana Holding Corporation will exhibit a range of products optimized for engine downspeeding, along with additional drivetrain technologies aimed at increasing efficiency and fuel economy. With a focus on decreasing the total ownership costs of lin ... Continue reading
IHS Evaluates Impact of Oil Price Decline on Global Auto Market
Feb 11, 2015
Low oil prices will contribute to upside potential for the U.S. automotive market in the near term, according to a recent report from IHS Automotive, part of IHS, Inc. . Fueled by reduced prices at the gas pump, U.S. consumer confidence is expected to continue to rise, resulting in a potential shift to larger vehicles ... Continue reading
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