Honda Will Add New Sport Utility Vehicle and Readies for Launch of Accord Hybrid
Sep 8, 2004
DETROIT September 7, 2004; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that Honda Motor Co. will expand its lineup of sport utility vehicles with a new model from the Acura luxury division, even as the Japanese automaker says its focus is on fuel economy and it considers other hybrid models. Takeo Fukui, Honda's presiden ... Continue reading
Lexus Exceeds 9,000 Pre-Sold Customer Orders for 2006 RX 400h Hybrid
Sep 7, 2004
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 7 -- Lexus announced today that its dealers have received more than 9,000 pre-sold orders for the 2006 RX 400h luxury gas-electric hybrid SUV through August month-end. The RX 400h provides a powerful new performance dimension to the traditional hybrid advantages of high mileage and low emissions ... Continue reading
Prius Hybrid Synergy Drive System Dominates 2004 International Engine of the Year Awards
Sep 2, 2004
September 2, 2004 -- Stuttgart, Germany -- Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive Takes Top Honors In Four Categories: - International Engine of the Year 2004 - Best New Engine - Best Fuel Economy - Best Engine 1.4-liter to 1.8-liter The Toyota Prius' Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain took first place in four categories, including ... Continue reading
Hydrogenics Awarded Contract by The Toro Company to Provide HyPM Technology for Fuel Cell Program
Sep 2, 2004
TORONTO, Sept. 2 -- Hydrogenics Corporation , a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen and fuel cell systems, reported today that it has been awarded a contract by The Toro Company to supply a HyPM fuel cell power module for integration into the company's development work in grounds maintenance equipment. This contract ... Continue reading
Cobasys Introduces the NiMHax(R) Line of Advanced NiMH Battery Pack Solutions
Sep 1, 2004
TROY, Mich., Aug. 31 -- Cobasys has announced the introduction of a complete line of advanced nickel metal hydride (NiMH) based NiMHax(R) Battery Packs for all transportation applications. The NiMHax packs range from 144 volts and 30 kW for light duty automotive applications to 672 volts and 280 kW for large commercial ... Continue reading
ZAP Unveils Hydrogen Fuel Cell Breakthrough
Aug 31, 2004
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 31 -- Advanced automotive technology pioneer ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today a breakthrough electric propulsion system that uses a new hydrogen fuel cell and lead-cobalt battery design developed by Apollo Energy Systems. ZAP and Apollo Energy Systems of Pompano Beach, Florida intend ... Continue reading
2nd Annual AltWheels Festival Showcases Current and Future Transportation Alternatives
Aug 31, 2004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2nd Annual AltWheels Festival Showcases Current and Future Transportation Alternatives Festival dedicated to sustainable, clean transportation pulls into Larz Anderson Museum, September 18-19, 2004 Brookline, MA, August 30, 2004 – Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, Segway scooters, eco-friendly tr ... Continue reading
Brown to Turn Green : UPS to Use Hydrogen Fuel Cells on Trucks
Aug 27, 2004
ATLANTA GA August 27, 2004; The AP reported that United Parcel Service will begin using three large package delivery vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells, and officials said the goal is to someday apply the technology throughout its entire fleet. The Dodge Sprinter trucks are being deployed in Ann Arbor, Mich., and ... Continue reading
A Driving Force to the Future - Ten Years of Fuel Cell Vehicles at DaimlerChrysler
Aug 27, 2004
* Worldwide Fleet Tests Initiated with the F-Cell * The Fuel Cell Demonstrates its Potential for the Future: Highly Efficient, Environment-Friendly and Quiet * DaimlerChrysler has Been Playing a Decisive, Pioneering Role in Fuel Cell Technology Since 1994 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 26 -- Fuel cell technology at DaimlerC ... Continue reading
Aug 27, 2004
-- First Commercial Use of a Medium-Duty Fuel Cell Vehicle in the United States -- First Fuel Cell Vehicle in a Commercial Customer's Fleet in California -- First Dodge Fuel Cell Vehicle Ever LOS ANGELES, Aug. 26 -- DaimlerChrysler revealed today the first medium-duty fuel cell vehicle for commercial use in the United ... Continue reading
Aug 27, 2004
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 26 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and NextEnergy, along with leading authorities in industry, research and education, have collaborated on an innovative student program that will decipher the basics of energy and alternative energy incorporating classroom learning with hands-on ex ... Continue reading
Aug 27, 2004
DENVER--Aug. 26, 2004--The Colorado Governor's Office of Energy Management and Conservation (OEMC) received six State Energy Program Special Projects grants from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Colorado's project partners (sub-grantees) will receive a total of $652,790 in federal funding, which is $222,158 more th ... Continue reading
Hyundai gearing up to launch hybrid cars
Aug 26, 2004
Seoul August 27, 2004; Kim Tae-gyun reporting for the Korea Hearald reported that while Korea is on a red alert over rising oil prices, Hyundai Motor Co., the nation's largest carmaker, is stepping up efforts to develop fuel-efficient cars that run on a combination of gasoline and electricity. Company officials said in ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Launches First U.S. Fleet of Fuel Cell Vehicles in 2004
Aug 26, 2004
STUTTGART, Germany, and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire- FirstCall/ -- DaimlerChrysler launched the world's first fleet of fuel cell passenger cars in 2004. The fuel cell vehicle, based on the Mercedes-Benz A- Class passenger car, is called the F-Cell and it is being demonstrated and tested in Europe, the Unit ... Continue reading
Hybrid Pickups Aid Disaster Relief In Florida, Death Valley
Aug 26, 2004
DETROIT August 25, 2004; The ability of General Motors' hybrid pickups to function as mobile power-generating stations is being put to humanitarian use in disaster relief efforts in Florida and in Death Valley National Park in California. Thirty-five Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra hybrid pickups are in Florida or a ... Continue reading
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