Portland General Electric to Participate in Largest Electric Vehicle Project in U.S. History
Aug 6, 2009
PORTLAND, Ore.--Portland General Electric welcomed news today that PGE was named a strategic participant and the state of Oregon was named one of five test markets for the largest rollout of electric vehicles and an associated charging station network in United States history. PGE was selected by Electric Transportatio ... Continue reading
Remy International, Inc. Will Receive Department of Energy Grant for $60.2 Million
Aug 6, 2009
PENDLETON, Ind., Aug. 5 -- The United States government today announced $2.4 billion in grants to accelerate the manufacturing and deployment of the next generation of U.S. batteries and electric vehicles. Remy International, Inc. was among the grant winners and will receive $60.2 million to establish a standardized pl ... Continue reading
Carmakers, Tokyo Electric Team up on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Aug 5, 2009
KAWASAKI Japan August 6, 2009; Japan Today reported that three Japanese automakers and Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO) said Wednesday they will team up to spread and standardize infrastructure like battery chargers for electric vehicles to remove one of the biggest barriers to making the zero-emission cars mainstream. ... Continue reading
Nissan Supports Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure Deployment Project
Aug 5, 2009
Dept. of Energy Grant Helps Ready Markets for Zero Emissions FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Energy today announced a grant for the largest deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) and charging infrastructure ever undertaken. Nissan is supporting the lead grant applicant, Electric Transportation Engineer ... Continue reading
EDTA Applauds Grant Announcements: $2.4 Billion for Electric Drive
Aug 5, 2009
U.S. Department of Energy announces single largest investment for electric drive vehicles and components. Washington, DCâAugust 5, 2009; The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) applauds President Barack Obama's announcement of $2.4 billion in grants from the U.S. Department of Energy to accelerate the ... Continue reading
U.S. Awards $600 Million In Electric Car Battery Grants
Aug 5, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug 5, 2009; John Crawley and Jasmin Melvin writing for Reuters reported that Companies working with Ford Motor Co (F.N), Chrysler Group and General Motors Corp [GM.UL] received more than $600 million on Wednesday to further development of batteries for hybrids and electric cars. The awards were part of $2. ... Continue reading
Lexus HS 250h Causing Internet Buzz
Aug 5, 2009
by Bill Kwong The internet is buzzing with Lexus HS 250h excitement and observations, and it has been reported that the HS 250h is a Lexus version of the Toyota Prius. That is far from the truth. All Toyota and Lexus hybrids use the series/parallel hybrid system, but thatâs where the similarity ends between the To ... Continue reading
Automotive Materials Life Cycle Assessment Model Released for Use
Aug 4, 2009
Updated model evaluates the total vehicle life cycle impact of materials, powertrains, fuels and their sources, total energy consumed SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 4 -- WorldAutoSteel has released a second iteration of the automotive materials parametric Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) model, which allows for broader evaluations ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
FRANKFURT, Aug 4, 2009; Edward Taylor writing for Reuters reported that BMW will launch a new class of environmentally friendly vehicles under its own brand, signalling that even premium automakers are ready to embrace electric vehicles as a mainstream product. The push comes on the same day as BMW unveiled better-than ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
The Renault-Nissan Alliance (the Alliance) and the State Government of Victoria in Australia have formed a partnership to explore the development of a Zero Emission Vehicles program. ... Continue reading
2010 Honda Insight EX Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 3, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Honda Insight EX Engine: 1.3-liter I4 with IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) Horsepower/Torque: (gasoline) 98 @ v5800 rpm/123 lb.-ft. @ 1000-1500 rpm: (electric) 10 hp @ 1500 rpm/123 lb.-ft. @ 1000-1700 rpm Transmission: CVT with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 100.4 in. L ... Continue reading
Aug 3, 2009
Event ushers in a new era for Nissan and a new era for mobility YOKOHAMA, Japan, Aug. 1 -- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today unveiled Nissan LEAF, the world's first affordable, zero-emission car. Designed specifically for a lithium-ion battery-powered chassis, Nissan LEAF is a medium-size hatchback that comfortably seats fi ... Continue reading
Nissan Launches New Era, Electric Car and New GREEN Headquaters
Aug 2, 2009
Inauguration of new Nissan Global Headquarters symbolizes company's commitment to environment and zero-emission mobility YOKOHAMA (Aug. 2, 2009); Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today returned to its historic roots in Yokohama, Japan, with the opening of a new global headquarters building, designed with the environment in mind ... Continue reading
Panasonic to Sponsor MIT Solar Vehicle Team
Aug 1, 2009
Panasonic's High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Batteries Support MIT Student Team's Entry in Global Green Challenge Solar Car Race in Australia SECAUCUS, N.J., July 31 -- Panasonic Corporation today announced its support of the Solar Electric Vehicle Team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT SEVT), in their partici ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2009
Research to be Centered at Argonne National Lab in Chicago INDIANAPOLIS, July 30 -- Advanced lithium-ion automotive battery producer EnerDel and the Nissan Motor Co. of Japan are teaming up to research a new generation of electrical conductive material intended to reduce cost and improve the performance of electric and ... Continue reading
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