We Have Met The Enemy And He Is Us.......
Dec 8, 2008
When Walt Kelly (originator of Pogo) penned those words, he probably didn't mean to apply the homily to the automotive business segment. But, given the events of the last six months, eating our young as a practical illustration couldn't be any more accurate. ... Continue reading
All-Electric Car Available for Demonstration
Dec 8, 2008
WASHINGTON--A high-tech company that converts traditional gas-powered cars into all-electric vehicles is in D.C. this week to demonstrate a high performance 100% electric vehicle and to file for a Department of Energy (DOE) loan, from funds designed to help the Big Three create environmentally friendly cars. Amidst the ... Continue reading
Ener1 Announces Cooperative Partnership with Heavy Duty OEM and the Department of Energy
Dec 8, 2008
NEW YORK, Dec. 8 -- Ener1, Inc. (AMEX:HEV) , maker of advanced lithium-ion battery solutions to power the next generation of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, today announced a cooperative partnership among EnerDel, Ener1's lithium-ion battery subsidiary, a heavy duty original equipment manufacturer (OEM) a ... Continue reading
Better Place Plugs First Charge Spot to Electric Car
Dec 8, 2008
TEL AVIV, Israel December 8, 2008; Better Place Israel, which is deploying the worldâs first nationwide network for charging electric vehicles, today demonstrated for the first time its charging spot plugged in and charging an electric car in Israel. The company unveiled its first plugged in parking lots as well a ... Continue reading
Jungle Motors Now Converting Toyota Prius into High Mileage Plug-In Hybrid
Dec 8, 2008
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif.--Jungle Motors, Orange Countyâs largest electric vehicle conversion facility, is now offering a new Plug-In Hybrid conversion for the Toyota Prius. Jungle Motors, which has been converting gasoline-powered Porsche 911s and Chrysler PT Cruisers into clean, green commuter cars, is now off ... Continue reading
Dec 7, 2008
Interview with Shai Agassi conducted by Steven Mufson - Washington Post Washington DC December 7, 2008: Q. How did you end up in the car business? A. I was asked to deliver a presentation at the World Economic Forum on "how to make the world a better place by 2020." That was in 2005. My project was to figure out a fram ... Continue reading
China Sun Group High-Tech Co. Develops New Product 'Lithium Iron Phosphate'
Dec 5, 2008
- Targets Growth in China's Electric Automobile Market - LIAONING PROVINCE, China, Dec. 5 -- China Sun Group High-Tech Co. (OTC:CSGH) (BULLETIN BOARD: CSGH) ("China Sun Group") which, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Dalian Xinyang High-Tech Development Co. Ltd ("DLX") has the second largest cobalt series productio ... Continue reading
Mini E (Electric) Electrifies Rodeo Drive - VIDEO ENHANCED
Dec 5, 2008
Mini E (Electric) By Henny Hemmes BEVERLY HILLS CA; In November 2008, the Mini E made its world debut at the LA Auto Show. But a day earlier, people who were strolling on Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, got the real premiere of the electric Mini. BMW offered media a test drive from the former Beverly Wilshire Hotel and obv ... Continue reading
The Alternative Energy Association Announces Three Point Plan to Stimulate America's Economy
Dec 5, 2008
PALM BEACH, Fla.--The Alternative Energy Association, Inc., a Florida-based non-profit organization has announced its Three Point Plan to stimulate the American economy, reduce our dependence on foreign oil and create millions of new jobs. The Three Point Plan focuses on three solutions which relate to fuel efficient v ... Continue reading
Dec 4, 2008
REV announces 92% efficient AC Direct Drive powertrain for its zero emission FORD Ranger and Escape electric vehicle conversions > December 4, Vancouver BC. Today REV Technologies introduced the REV AC Direct Drive system which offers 92% energy efficiency for their electric vehicle conversions. The new technology repl ... Continue reading
C O R R E C T I O N -- Fisker Automotive, Inc.
Dec 4, 2008
In the news release, "Fisker Automotive's First Production Vehicle, the Fisker Karma, to Be Showcased at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS)," issued Tuesday, Dec. 2, by Fisker Automotive, Inc. over PR Newswire, the Overall Vehicle Specifications, Acceleration ('sport' mode), should read "0-60 miles/hour ... Continue reading
Phylla, a Zero-Emission Vehicle from Italy is Unveiled in Turin
Dec 4, 2008
Late last week a host of Italian VIP people were invited to the Environment Park in Turin to try out a new minicar. Called Phyllis, it is an innovative zero-emission vehicle, developed with assistance from Fiat. ... Continue reading
About Plug-in Electric Vehicles
Dec 3, 2008
What is a plug-in electric vehicle? âPlug-in electric vehicles,â like all electric drive vehicles, use electricity to move vehicleâs wheels. Some, or all, of that electricity comes from the grid -- from âplugging in.â How do they work?Plug-in electric vehicles come in many forms, or configurati ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Names New Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Marketing and Service
Dec 2, 2008
SAN CARLOS, Calif.--Former Harley-Davidson executive Michael van der Sande has joined Tesla Motors as senior vice president for global sales, marketing and service, effective immediately. He replaces Darryl Siry, who resigned to pursue other opportunities. Van der Sande is the latest executive with deep automotive expe ... Continue reading
Fisker Automotive's First Production Vehicle, the Fisker Karma, to Be Showcased
Dec 2, 2008
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Fisker Automotive, Inc., a green American premium sports car company, today announced that its first production car, the Fisker Karma, will be showcased at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). With only minor design enhancements made to the exterior of the vehicle, the productio ... Continue reading
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