Sep 12, 2014
ZAP (ZAAP), an Electric Vehicle (EV) automotive company incorporated in California Bay Area, and its subsidiary Jonway Auto sold over 2000 Electric Vehicles since June 2014 when EV mass production started at its electric vehicle type-approved certified factory. The Companies' strategy is to continue to build its EV pro ... Continue reading
2014 Volkswagen Touareg TDI R-line - Heels on Wheels Review
Sep 11, 2014
2014 VW TOUAREG TDI REVIEW TDI Clean Diesel engine, a 240-horsepower 3-liter V6 engine with 406 pound-feet of torque and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Price as describes comes to $58,190. ... Continue reading
Sep 11, 2014
-Clean Energy Fuels Corp. today announced it will fuel the first heavy-duty natural gas trucks deployed by Bimbo Bakeries USA, the largest baker in the United States. Trucking fleets across the nation continue to expand or begin natural gas fueling operations. Clean Energy and approximately 40 competitors have opened n ... Continue reading
Chargemaster Named One the the UK's Top Tech Companies
Sep 10, 2014
The UKâs largest manufacturer of electric vehicle charging points, Chargemaster, has been ranked 32nd in the Sunday Times Hiscox Tech Track 100, which lists Britain's top 100 fastest-growing private technology companies. The league table ranks UK tech firms with the fastest-growing sales over the latest three year ... Continue reading
New Focus Powertrains Deliver up to 15 per Cent Improved Fuel Efficiency
Sep 9, 2014
New Focus powertrains deliver up to 15 per cent improved fuel efficiency New Focus debuts 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine in Europe and also offers 1.5-litre TDCi diesel engine to achieve a significant reduction in CO2 emissionsacross the range 2.0-litre TDCi engine upgrades deliver more power, torque and fuel efficie ... Continue reading
Sep 9, 2014
The Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium (ALABC) will focus on the affordable 48V âintelligent electrificationâ of next generation hybrid vehicles at the 14th European Lead Battery Conference (14ELBC). This new class of hybrid aims to keep the cost down and the voltage below the critical 60 volt safety thres ... Continue reading
Sep 6, 2014
NX 300h rich in new technologies for driver information, control and on-board entertainment New crossover features first Lexus use of a wireless phone charging tray, G-Monitor and 360-degree Panoramic View system First in-car use of ClariFi⢠technology to improve music reproduction frrom compressed digital files, ... Continue reading
2015 Colorado and Canyon offer Segment-Leading Fuel Economy
Sep 5, 2014
EPA estimated 26 mpg highway for V-6 2wd models DETROIT â- September 5, 2014: The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon will offer segment-leading fuel economy for V-6 midsize pickups, based on EPA fuel economy estimates released today. For V-6 pickups with automatic transmissions, which make up the majority of m ... Continue reading
Kia Ramps Up DC Fast Charging Network In Preparation For Arrival Of 2015 Soul EV
Sep 2, 2014
Network of 17 new DC fast chargers across California makes charging quick and easy - Kia partners with top industry charging and network providers to support EV buyers IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 2, 2014 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) is kicking off the implementation of a robust charging network in advance of the Soul EV going ... Continue reading
Aug 29, 2014
ZAP (ZAAP), an Electric Vehicle (EV) automotive company incorporated in California and headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, and its subsidiary Jonway Auto received endorsement and accolades from Zhejiang Taizhou Mayor Mr. Zhang Bing, and Zhejiang Taizhou Party Secretary Mr. Wu Wei Rong in recent visits to Jonway Au ... Continue reading
Aug 28, 2014
Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI) ("CarCharging"), the leading provider, owner, and operator of electric vehicle (EV) charging services, is pleased to announce that it has established a partnership with Alco Parking, Pittsburgh's leading parking management firm, and now provides EV charging at SouthSide Works in P ... Continue reading
Tenneco Provides Clean Air Technologies to Meet U.S. EPA Tier 3 Regulations
Aug 27, 2014
Tenneco today showcased its suite of emission control solutions designed to meet upcoming US EPA Tier 3 emissions regulations, including a demonstration vehicle outfitted with key technologies. âThere are multiple approaches to meeting emissions regulations, and our technologies provide advantages in weight saving ... Continue reading
Aug 26, 2014
Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI) ("CarCharging"), the largest owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging services, today announced that it has finalized an agreement with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in Tennessee for the operation and maintenance of 27 Blink EV ... Continue reading
Aug 26, 2014
Audi is to upgrade part of its vehicle electrical system from twelve to 48 volts. The move represents another technical building block for facilitating the integration of new automotive technologies while increasing the power and efficiency of its cars. âWe are using the full bandwidth of electrification in our dr ... Continue reading
2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Review By Steve Purdy
Aug 25, 2014
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Among the first questions we ask when evaluating an electric, hybrid or other alternatively powered car are how much extra it costs, does it provide a performance advantage and what is the payback period for the investment. Some folks insist those are the wrong question ... Continue reading
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