B&B Electronics Onboard Diagnostics Telematics Devices Support Ford's EcoBoost Technology
Oct 10, 2012
B&B Electronics, makers of the Streamer line of on-board diagnostics (OBD) OBDII devices, announced that it now supports the new Ford EcoBoost gas-turbo direct-injection engine, a new option on the popular F-150 Ford fleet truck. Because the EcoBoost does not directly measure Mass Air Flow (MAF) on the engine, a key el ... Continue reading
Oct 9, 2012
The past year has seen a major uptick in deployments of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). This acceleration is a direct result of developments in the market for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs): More than 135,000 PEVs will be sold globally in 2012, and growth is expected to continue at a steady pace. According ... Continue reading
Oct 9, 2012
Fighting back against a spike in gasoline prices and building on momentum from record sales of the Civic Natural Gas Vehicle, American Honda today announced that it is working with Clean Energy Fuels Corp., America's largest owner of public compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations, and participating Honda dealers ... Continue reading
Love's Opens First 'Fast Fill' CNG Facility for Heavy-Duty Trucks
Oct 8, 2012
Love's Travel Stops announced today the opening of its first compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel facility designed for rapid fueling of heavy-duty trucks. Additionally, the company announced they are testing their first 11.9-liter CNG engine with plans to purchase more for their 300-truck, fuel delivery fleet. ... Continue reading
Toyota Brings Hybrids to the Living Room as First Auto-Maker on HSN
Oct 8, 2012
Toyota introduced its all-new Avalon Hybrid and its hybrid vehicle lineup into millions of living rooms across America on Sunday, October 7, with a "Discover Toyota" showcase that aired on HSN at 12 noon, 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. EDT. Toyota is the first auto manufacturer to appear on HSN in the more than 30 years since it wa ... Continue reading
Quantum's High Capacity Natural Gas Fuel Tank Featured at the Green Fleet Conference and Expo 2012
Oct 8, 2012
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hybrid/electric and hydrogen vehicle technologies, announced today that its ultra-lightweight carbon composite natural gas vehicle (NGV) tank was showcased to the nation's leading fleet professionals at a live event held on October 2 nd ... Continue reading
GE and Chesapeake Energy Launch CNG In A Box System at NACS 2012
Oct 8, 2012
GE and Peake Fuel Solutions, an affiliate of Chesapeake Energy Corporation , today launched the CNG In A Box system, which allows easier adoption of compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling options for large- and small-scale retailers. The solution was unveiled at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) 201 ... Continue reading
Ram Truck Dealers to Supply 19 States with Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG-Powered Pickup Trucks
Oct 7, 2012
Chrysler Group LLC announced today that 13 Ram Truck dealers landed contracts with 19 states to supply their fleets with the new Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG pickup truck. The successful Ram Truck dealers were disclosed today by Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin and Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper who are leading a bipartis ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2012
Cleantech Group, a leading global research and advisory firm focused on energy and environmental innovation, today released the fourth annual Global Cleantech 100 list and report. The list recognizes the one hundred most promising and innovative companies in areas such as energy efficiency, biofuels & biochemicals, sma ... Continue reading
Oklahoma and Colorado Governors Announce Winners of CNG Vehicle Initiative
Oct 6, 2012
Today, 22 states selected dealers from four of the nation's largest auto manufacturers including Chrysler, Ford, GM and Honda to deliver compressed natural gas cargo, utility and passenger vehicles for use in their state fleets. For the past year, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin and Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper ha ... Continue reading
Oct 4, 2012
The Dodge Dart Aero model is a stylish, no-compromise, fuel-efficient and powerful new addition to the already award-winning Dodge Dart line-up Powered by Fiat's award-winning 1.4-liter MultiAir intercooled turbo engine, the Dodge Dart Aero model delivers 184 lb.-ft. of torque and up to 41 miles per gallon on the highw ... Continue reading
Oct 4, 2012
New TV, digital and print campaign -- featuring Italian "La Linea" character popularized in the U.S. in the 1970s and 80s -- highlights how Ford C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid top Toyota Prius v and Prius plug-in in MPGe and more New ads also showcase C-MAX Hybrid's "real-vehicle" performance, technology ... Continue reading
Brand That Created the "Microcar" Segment Creates the "Affordable Electric Car" Segment
Oct 3, 2012
smart USA announced today that it will bring in its third generation electric fortwo next spring at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $25,000, making it the most affordable production electric vehicle in the U.S. A companion cabriolet model will retail at $28,000 when both models hit the U.S. market in ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2012
EcoBoost is a breakthrough for Ford Ford's innovative 1.0-liter EcoBoost® engine has been honored with a Breakthrough Award from Popular Mechanics. This three-cylinder EcoBoost engine is one of 10 new items including a camera and 3D printer the magazine chose as technology products that matter most. Available now in E ... Continue reading
UPS to Add 40 Hydraulic Hybrid Vehicles to Its Fleet
Oct 3, 2012
UPS today announced the deployment of 40 new hydraulic hybrid vehicles (HHVs) -- 20 in Baltimore and 20 in Atlanta. Developed by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) and Parker Hannifin Corporation, the package cars can achieve up to 35 percent improved fuel economy and up to 30 percent CO2 emissions reductio ... Continue reading
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