Cadillac CT6 to Offer Plug-In Hybrid Electric Technology
Aug 23, 2015
Cadillac announced today at the Shanghai Auto Show that it will add an available Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) propulsion system to its upcoming range-topping CT6 sedan. The new PHEV system is expected to more than double the fuel economy of the conventional powertrain offerings.</p> <p>The CT6 PHEV takes advantage of ... Continue reading
Tools from IAR Systems Enable Development of Innovative Hydrogen-Powered Racing Cars
Aug 18, 2015
IAR Embedded Workbench used by students at Delft University of Technology to develop their hydrogen-powered racing cars UPPSALA, Sweden--IAR Systems® (STO:IARB) is proud to announce that its world-leading development tools have helped Forze, a student foundation at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, ... Continue reading
Toyota Mirai Arrives in the UK +VIDEO
Aug 11, 2015
First shipment of fuel cell vehicles landed at Portbury Toyota has taken another step towards a hydrogen-powered future with the arrival of the first Mirai fuel cell vehicles at its import centre at Portbury, near Bristol. The cars, landed on Saturday, are part of the first consignment to reach Europe, ahead of Mirai's ... Continue reading
Shopping For A Used Alt Fuel Vehicle?
Aug 6, 2015
Diesel Vehicles Hybrid and Plug-In Electric Vehicles Flexible Fuel Vehicles Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles Natural Gas Vehicles Propane Vehicles Pre-owned alternative fuel and advanced vehicles (AFVs) provide a viable alternative to purchasing a new AFV or performing an aftermarket conversion on a conventional vehicle. Co ... Continue reading
Linde Hydrogen Fueling Station Open for Business in West Sacramento
Aug 4, 2015
Owners of hydrogen fueled cars can now pull up to the Linde hydrogen pump at the Ramos Oil Company station in West Sacramento and fill their tanks just like any other vehicle. The station, equipped with state-of-the-art technology developed by Linde North America Inc, has been designated as officially open by all relev ... Continue reading
BMW Tests Fuel Cell Technology In 5 Series GT Prototype by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO
Aug 4, 2015
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor This year, BMW used its Innovation Day at the Miramas test track in France to present us with its latest innovations. This time I will review the third technology that we saw that day: the fuel cell system in the BMW 5 Series GT prototype. Earlier we already highlighted its plug-i ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel's Marc Rauch Takes Over Fuel Freedom Foundation's Twitter Feed on Wednesday +VIDEO
Jul 29, 2015
Mark your calendars for this Wednesday, set your alarms for 12 Noon PDT, and hide your good wine! AUTO CENTRAL - July 28, 2015: The Auto Channel's co-founder/co-publisher, Marc J. Rauch, has been invited by Fuel Freedom Foundation to take part in a live Twitter feed tomorrow at Noon, pacific time. If you've got questio ... Continue reading
Longing for a Mirai? Take the First Step Today
Jul 21, 2015
Three, two, one ..liftoff! The Toyota Mirai customer order request portal is live and California customers should beam themselves to www.toyota.com/mirai to seek to claim their place in automotive history. The Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle combines hydrogen and oxygen to make electricity onboard, while emi ... Continue reading
Got Your Eye on Toyota Mirai? Let the Countdown Begin!
Jul 14, 2015
Customer Request Portal Opens July 20th Itâs almost here, and California customers will soon be able to request their own Mirai. And why wouldnât they? The Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle uses no gasoline and emits nothing but water vapor. Itâs the only zero emission electric vehicle on the mar ... Continue reading
Auto Manufacturers Plan Hydrogen Fueling Network In Japan
Jul 8, 2015
Honda, Nissan and Toyota partner on effort to support construction of hydrogen stations throughout Japan. TOKYO July 7, 2015 NACSonline reported that while talk is growing about the bright future of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV), for them to succeed, it will be essential to have an adequate fueling infrastructure i ... Continue reading
Norway Leads Global Electric Vehicle Market
Jul 7, 2015
Norway continues to lead the global electric vehicle/plug-in hybrid vehicle (EV/PHEV) market, according to recent analysis by IHS Automotive, a global provider of critical information and insight to the automotive industry and part of IHS Inc. . âIn addition, low fuel pump prices are adversely influencing EV/PHEV ... Continue reading
Jul 5, 2015
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Recap June 29-July5, USYea!; Sales HOT!; U.S. Made; Hey NYC Taxi; H2 Toyota; Top Your Engine Oil; ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2015
Toyota Motor Corporation, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. have agreed on key details regarding a new joint support project for the development of hydrogen station infrastructure in Japan. In addition to partially covering the operating costs of hydrogen stations, the three automakers have also agreed ... Continue reading
100 Years Of U.S. Fuel Use - 80% Fossil Fuels
Jul 2, 2015
Fossil fuels have made up at least 80% of U.S. fuel mix since 1900 Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Monthly Energy Review While the energy history of the United States is one of significant change, three fossil fuel sourcesâpetroleum, natural gas, and coalâhave made up at least 80% of total U.S ... Continue reading
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