World-Class Automotive Executive Team Joins Norwegian Electric Car Producer Think
Aug 13, 2008
Norwegian electric vehicle manufacturer Think Global has appointed Ford Motor Company executive Richard Canny as its President and Chief Operating Officer. ... Continue reading
CNN Answers 11 Burning Questions from Car Buyers
Aug 12, 2008
It's never been easy to buy a car, but with soaring gas prices consumers now have a lot more questions to ask. Fortunately, CNN has the answers. They cover everything from how to choose a hybrid to how to unload an SUV. First up: How do I get a deal on a conventional car with decent fuel economy? Answer: First consult ... Continue reading
Hybrid Car Owners Top List of Loyal Vehicle Buyers
Aug 11, 2008
Experian Automotive study finds hybrid car owners are more likely to buy another vehicle of the same make than buyers of any other vehicle class SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 11 -- When it comes to the make of a vehicle, hybrid car owners are the most loyal buyers, with 47 percent purchasing another vehicle of the same make, ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Launches New Advertising During Olympics
Aug 10, 2008
Silverado, Malibu Hybrid, Traverse and Volt Star in New Ads DETROIT â Chevrolet kicked off new advertising during Fridayâs Opening Ceremonies of the Olympic Games. The ads highlight Malibu and the rest of Chevyâs fuel-efficient lineup, Silverado as Americaâs Best Truck and the all-new Traverse as th ... Continue reading
Miss the 2008 British Motor Show? The Auto Channel Didn't...Experience it Here - EXTENSIVE VIDEO
Aug 9, 2008
Exclusive Press Pass Video Coverage As if you were in London as the UK's largest automotive exposition was happening, you can enjoy this great event with The Auto Channel's comprehensive video coverage. Click on the links below to learn about the vehicles and watch the videos. ... Continue reading
Aug 7, 2008
Mitsubishi to Provide i MiEV Electric Vehicles to Southern California Edison and Pacific Gas and Electric for Joint Testing and Evaluation Innovative Four-Passenger Electric Car Delivery in Fourth Quarter 2008 TOKYO, Aug. 7 -- Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announced today that it has signed a letter of intent wit ... Continue reading
T. Boone Pickens: The Man and The Plan with EXCLUSIVE TACH VIDEO
Aug 6, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - August 6, 2008: The closer we get to the election the more the political talk turns to the need for a dynamic Federally mandated energy plan...a real plan, not just something that makes rich oil people richer. T. Boone Pickens has a good plan, one that relies heavily on wind, which the U.S. has plenty of ... Continue reading
Chrysler Announces New Head of Global Electric Motorcars
Aug 5, 2008
- Bruce D. Coventry Appointed CEO - GEM; continues with Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance (GEMA) as Non-Executive Chairman - Larry Oswald Chief Executive Officer - Global Electric Motor Cars LLC (GEM) to Retire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 4 -- Chrysler LLC today named Bruce D. Coventry Chief Executive Officer of Globa ... Continue reading
Barack Obama Calls for Sweeping Energy Overhaul, Perhaps Ensuring His Election - VIDEO
Aug 4, 2008
By Marc J. Rauch, Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher (August 4, 2008) Hopeful Presidential candidate Barak Obama gave a half-hour midday speech in Lansing, Michigan today that, in my opinion, is the most important policy statement given by any 2008 candidate so far, and may very well put him in the White House for at le ... Continue reading
Tesla Roadster Makes Royal Visit to Kensington Palace
Aug 4, 2008
His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent has become the first member of the British Royal Family to get behind the wheel of the new Tesla Roadster, the first electric sportscar to go on sale in Europe. The Prince put the car through its paces within the grounds of his London residence, Kensington Palace, the same mode ... Continue reading
GM and Utility Companies to Prep for Electric Car Rollout - VIDEO STORY
Aug 1, 2008
Paves way for customers to realize the benefits of plug-in electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Volt and Saturn Vue Plug-in Hybrid Further progress on road to electrification of the automobile San Jose, CA - August 1, 2008: General Motors announced that it will collaborate with the nonprofit Electric Power Research ... Continue reading
Xantrex Supports City Tour for Solar Across United States
Aug 1, 2008
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Jul 31, 2008; Xantrex Technology Inc. will be a partner in a 50-city solar technology tour across the United States from August to November 2008. City Tour for Solar consists of two educational exhibits about solar and renewable energy that will be presented to municipal leaders, community m ... Continue reading
Former Pirelli North America CEO Says Time Is Right for Electric Vehicles
Jul 29, 2008
ROME, GA Jul 29, 2008; Former Pirelli Tire North America president and CEO Gaetano "Guy" Mannino, after a lifetime of association with the auto industry, is speaking out about electric car technologies and his recent business venture with ZAP (OTC BB:ZAAP.OB - News). Mannino's company, Verdek, has agreed to be the dist ... Continue reading
Toyota May Raise Prius, Luxury Vehicle Prices in Japan
Jul 29, 2008
Nagoya, July 28, 2008; Jiji Press reported that Toyota Motor Corp. is considering raising prices in Japan of its Prius gasoline-electric hybrid car and luxury models, company officials said. The Japanese auto industry leader is expected to raise prices by one to 3 pct on average due to soaring costs of raw materials su ... Continue reading
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