Ford and Microsoft - Two Hohmies
Mar 31, 2010
NEW YORK, March 31, 2010 â The drive toward broad commercialization of electric vehicles intensified today as Ford Motor Company and Microsoft jointly introduced a new way for consumers to manage their energy use if they choose to plug in their next vehicle. Microsoftâs Hohm software application, which allows ... Continue reading
39 MPG Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Debuts at New York Auto Show - COMPLETE VIDEO
Mar 31, 2010
Breakthrough Lithium Polymer Batteries Leapfrog Existing Nickel-Metal Hydride and Lithium-Ion Technology NEW YORK, March 31 -- As global automakers work out implementation timing for new fuel-efficient powertrain technologies such as gasoline direct-injection (GDI), twin-scroll turbochargers, and full-hybrid powertrain ... Continue reading
Mar 31, 2010
New Cayenne is more sporting and dynamic, more fuel efficient, more spacious and lighter than its predecessor NEW YORK, March 31 -- Porsche introduced the next-generation Cayenne sport utility vehicle today, including a hybrid gas-electric version, to the North American market during a press conference at the New York ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing
Mar 31, 2010
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing" report to their offering. âGlobal Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thingâ With the rapidly growing concern over carbon emissions in the environment paired with highly volatile fuel prices, the hybrid car industr ... Continue reading
Mar 31, 2010
NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- New 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid expected to be most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America -- Lincoln MKZ Hybrid takes SmartGauge(TM) with EcoGuide to next level, offering drivers enhanced positive feedback on long-term fuel efficiency and driving performance -- More standard luxury, technologies a ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2010
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., March 30 -- Electric-vehicle drivers who dream of roaming the country and "paying at the plug" for electricity can see a glimpse of the future at the 2010 New York International Auto Show's EV Pavilion, where Ricardo Inc., in collaboration with PEP Stations LLC, will demonstrate its credit card-f ... Continue reading
CODA Automotive Battery Joint Venture Secures $394 Million of Committed Capital for Expansion
Mar 30, 2010
Company poised to meet the rising demand for electric car and energy storage battery systems SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 30 -- California-based electric car and battery company CODA Automotive announced today that together with its joint venture partner, Lishen Power Battery, it has secured $394 million of committed ca ... Continue reading
THINK to Begin Selling City Electric Car in New York
Mar 30, 2010
WHAT: Pioneering electric car company THINK will announce plans to bring the THINK City electric vehicle to customers in New York City. WHO: Keith Takasawa, Director, Product Development for THINK North America. WHERE: Phoenix Beverage (Pier 7) 2 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11201 WHEN: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 12 ... Continue reading
Nissan Leaf Pricing a Game Changer, Says Plug In America
Mar 30, 2010
All-Electric Vehicle Will Help Speed Widespread Adoption of All Plug-In Vehicles Highly affordable pricing for Nissan's all-electric Leaf will lead to rapid adoption of the sedan and help to accelerate widespread adoption of plug-in vehicles as many new models hit the road in 2011 and beyond, Plug In America officials ... Continue reading
Acciona and The Renault-Nissan Alliance Join Forces To Promote Electric Vehicles
Mar 30, 2010
Both parties sign an agreement that includes the preparation of charging networks and the corresponding services for electric vehicles. The agreement calls for the supply of energy from renewable, zero-emission sources for the new cars. BARCELONA - March 30, 2010: Acciona and the Renault-Nissan Alliance today signed an ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2010
As low as $25,280 ($32,780 MSRP minus up to $7,500 federal tax credit) Lease world's first mass-marketed EV for $349 per month FRANKLIN, Tenn., March 30 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan LEAF electric vehicle, which becomes available for purchase or lease at Nissan dea ... Continue reading
Elektromotive Leads the Way in Ireland's EV Revolution
Mar 30, 2010
Ireland is on course to become one of Europe's most pro-electric vehicle (EV) nations, and recharging infrastructure provider Elektromotive has been engaged to get the country's green motoring revolution under way. ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2010
Nissan Will Launch New Season for Mobility in April by Starting Pre-Orders for Nissan LEAF Pricing in Japan will be 2.99 million yen with anticipated government incentives Down-payment of just 2.4 million yen, and a low monthly fee for energy costs, can put consumers on the road to zero-emission driving this December C ... Continue reading
FedEx Introduces First All-Electric Trucks To Be Used in the U.S. Parcel Delivery Business
Mar 29, 2010
CHICAGO--FedEx Corp. today announced the expansion of its alternative-energy vehicle fleet with the first all-electric FedEx parcel delivery trucks in the United States. Four purpose-built electric trucksââ¬âoptimized for electric operation from the wheels upââ¬âare slated to hit the road in the ... Continue reading
North American Grid Operators Assess Impact of Electric Vehicles
Mar 26, 2010
RENNSELAER, N.Y.--As automakers ramp up production of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), a group of U.S. and Canadian power grid operators who manage most of the North American bulk electric grid collectively studied the effect that PEVs would have on the electric power grid. âAssessment of Plug-in Electric Vehicle ... Continue reading
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