Big Strategy Decisions Ahead for Electric Cars
Aug 22, 2014
Those making or intending to make electric cars or their components have big strategy decisions ahead. These decisions must be made in the context of all car-like vehicles, whether homologated as cars or as something else. As the new IDTechEx report, âHybrid and Pure Electric Cars 2014-2024: Technologies, Markets, ... Continue reading
Aug 21, 2014
New TT benefits from emissions reduction of 11 per cent compared with predecessor Power increase of up to 14 per cent Customer benefits from the very first mile Ingolstadt, August 2014 â Audi has made significant gains in reducing the whole-life impact on the environment of its latest high-tech sports car. Compare ... Continue reading
Tesla Model S Lowest Daily Rate in the World
Aug 18, 2014
One of the most renowned car rental groups in the area is now offering Tesla Model S Performance at the lowest daily rate in the world. The MPG Car Rental group already has a long standing history of providing locals with reliable services in car rentals at extremely affordable prices. They have a sterling reputation i ... Continue reading
2014 BMW X5 x Drive 35d (Diesel) Review By John Heilig
Aug 14, 2014
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel Reviewed Model: 2014 BMW X5 x Drive 35d SPECS: 2014 BMW X5 x Drive 35d Engine: 3.0-liter diesel 6 Horsepower/Torque: 255 hp @ 4,000 rpm/413 lb.-ft. @ 1,500-3,000 rpm Transmission: 8-speed automatic Wheelbase: 115.5 in Length x Width x Height: 193.2 x 76.3 x 69.4 in. Tires: ... Continue reading
ZAP and Jonway Auto Realigns Resource to Boost EV Production
Aug 14, 2014
ZAP (ZAAP), an Electric Vehicle (EV) automotive company incorporated in California and headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, and its subsidiary Jonway Auto are realigning its resources to support volume production of their EV product line by putting in three parallel EV production lines in their manufacturing plant ... Continue reading
Ever Wondered How A Fuel Cell Vehicle Works?
Aug 13, 2014
Fuel cell vehicles are powered by amazing technology. They generate electricity from hydrogen through an electrochemical process within a fuel cell stack. These vehicles combine the best attributes of gasoline and battery-powered cars, resulting in a clean, long range vehicle with fast refueling times. As a creative wa ... Continue reading
Aug 12, 2014
While plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) are now available in all U.S. states, most Canadian provinces and territories, and in every Western European country, they are not readily accessible in the Asia Pacific region. That will change over the next several years as Asia Pacific becomes the largest market for PEV sales. ... Continue reading
Three Reasons You Should Be Driving a Hybrid
Aug 11, 2014
You donât have to be a pious Prius driver (but it sure helps) to enjoy the benefits of hybrid technology. Help others breathe a little easier. Since 2000, the Prius family of vehicles has saved an estimated 26.5 million tons of CO2 emissions in the U.S. Save gas. Prius family owners could drive around the earth 4. ... Continue reading
Clean Energy Reports Gallons Delivered Rose 23% and Revenue up 19% During The Second Quarter of 2014
Aug 8, 2014
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (Clean Energy or the Company) today announced operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014. Gallons delivered (defined below) for the second quarter of 2014 totaled 64.8 million gallons, up 23% from the 52.6 million gallons delivered in the same period a year ago. For the six mo ... Continue reading
C.A.R 2014 MBS Day 2 - STEM, Diesels, New Powertrains, Engineers, CAFE, New Plants
Aug 6, 2014
2014 CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS â TRAVERSE CITY DAY 2 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Photo by Bob Benko [Photo Caption: Karl Klimek, executive director of Square One making the plea for STEM education] We always love the interesting tidbits encountered here at th ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Takes Holistic Approach To E-Mobility With Launch For Ultra Low Carbon Car
Aug 6, 2014
Volkswagen partners with 3Degrees® to purchase carbon offsets in California and around the United States to cover certain greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with 2015 e-Golf models - SunPower® selected as VW's official solar energy partner, providing eligible e-Golf® owners the opportunity to achieve the elec ... Continue reading
Audi Energy: New Sustainability Program will Add to E-tron Experience
Aug 6, 2014
Comprehensive plan will help support 2015 launch of Audi A3 Sportback e-tron® plug-in hybrid - Audi will balance some greenhouse gas emissions from A3 e-tron production and distribution through 3Degrees® verified carbon offsets - Also with Audi energy: Bosch Automotive Service Solutions® for home charger insta ... Continue reading
BAE Systems and Cummins Collaborate to Reduce Idling for Hybrid Transit Buses
Aug 4, 2014
For the first time in North America, transit bus operators will be able to employ engine stop/start technology to shut off bus engines as passengers board and disembark, reducing air and noise pollution as well as fuel consumption. This advancement, the result of collaboration between BAE Systems and Cummins, is now av ... Continue reading
GM Teams Up with EV Industry for a Better Grid
Jul 31, 2014
General Motors is bringing its OnStar-enabled Smart Grid solutions, to one of the largest electric vehicle collaborations to take place within the industry. Eight global automakers, including GM, and 15 electric utilities are working with the Electric Power Research Institute to develop and implement a standardized Sma ... Continue reading
Special Edition Prius Takes on a New Persona for 2015
Jul 31, 2014
The best-selling hybrid in America is taking style to a new level. The 2015 Prius Persona Series Special Edition is tailored with elegant exterior and interior touches that make it unique. The special edition model will begin arriving in dealerships in September. The Prius Persona Series Special Edition model adds exte ... Continue reading
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