BAE Systems Unveils Simpler, More Capable Hybrid Propulsion System
Oct 6, 2008
SAN DIEGO--BAE Systems today introduced an improved version of its hybrid propulsion system that can be used on multiple bus platforms, is mechanically simpler, reduces maintenance costs, and makes possible the use of electric accessories. The company unveiled its latest HybriDrive® propulsion system at the American ... Continue reading
US Hybrid Announces the Acquisition of the Motor Division from Satcon Technologies
Oct 6, 2008
TORRANCE, Calif.--US Hybrid Corporation, a leading provider of integrated power conversion components for electric, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles, announced today the purchase of the motor division form Satcon Technology Corporation . The new company, Magmotor Technologies Inc. (www.magmotor.com) located in West Boylst ... Continue reading
Bosch: Clean Diesel is Key Part of Future Technology Mix
Oct 6, 2008
Bosch explored clean diesel's role among drive technologies at Oct. 3 German Embassy event FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 6 -- Modern clean diesel technology -- already available today -- will play a significant role in modern drive technologies in 2020, said Bernd Boisten, regional president, diesel systems North Ameri ... Continue reading
7th-gen Suzuki Alto to be China-made by 2009
Oct 6, 2008
7th-gen Suzuki Alto to be China-made by 2009 http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007937/7th-gen-Suzuki-Alto-to-be-China -made -by-2009.html Shanghai, October 6 (Gasgoo.com) Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motor showcased its seventh-generation Alto at the 2008 Paris Motor Show held from October 2-19, 2008 as the world premiere o ... Continue reading
Oct 4, 2008
Propane, an Available, Plentiful, Affordable Solution to the Gasoline Crisis â EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW Part 1 of a series that examines how the U.S. can rid itself of gasoline dependency. For an overview of this investigation CLICK HERE. By Marc J. Rauch, Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher June 22, 2008 A couple ... Continue reading
PennDOT Gives Dealer Green Light to Sell ZAP Electric Car
Oct 3, 2008
LITITZ, Pa.--Mike Cronin, owner of Lititz Car Company, announced the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has given the green light to sell a new 40 MPH electric car and truck from ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP). Cronin said ZAP cars and trucks have generated sales interest since arriving at his dealership this summer. Because ... Continue reading
Royal Coachman Demonstrates Environmental Leadership in Transportation
Oct 3, 2008
Please see the below/attached Press Release about Royal Coachman Worldwide and what they - in an industry of visible polluters - are doing to become environmentally sustainable: royalogo_solid_c Royal Coachman Demonstrates Environmental Leadership in Transportation Royal Coachman Worldwide announces Green Ride Global M ... Continue reading
Kia Soul and hybrid concepts star in Paris
Oct 2, 2008
NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo ( <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> mjc@kia.co.kr), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-5663 Kia Soul and hybrid concepts star in Paris - All-new Kia Soul urban crossover passenger car makes debut in France - Hybrid concepts of Kia cee'd ... Continue reading
Visteon's Modular Electric Compressor Showcased in Hybrid Demonstration Vehicle
Oct 2, 2008
KERPEN, Germany, Oct. 2 -- Visteon Corporation's electrically driven air conditioning compressor is featured in BMW's hybrid demonstration vehicle, first presented at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Applying its proven expertise in compressors with its electri ... Continue reading
Proterra Hybrid-Electric Transit Bus Powered by Electric Propulsion System Debuts
Oct 2, 2008
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that Proterra LLC, Golden, Colorado, will showcase the prototype of its HFC 35 composite body, zero-emission, battery-dominant hybrid-electric transit bus powered by a UQM® PowerPhase® 150 propulsi ... Continue reading
The Audi A4 TDI Concept e - Efficiency For The Future
Oct 1, 2008
Audi is introducing the current state-of-the-art for its fuel-saving technologies at the Paris Auto Show. The A4 TDI concept e technology concept has the agile handling characteristics typical of the A4, but requires just 3.99 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (58.95 US mpg). ... Continue reading
Automotive Industry Yearbook 2009: Electric Cars - Electric Drivetrain - Infrastructure
Oct 1, 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/8b2ddd/automotive_industr) has announced the addition of the "Automotive Industry Yearbook 2009: Electric Cars - Electric Drivetrain - Infrastructure" report to their offering. Automotive Industry Yearbook 2009: Electric Cars - Electric D ... Continue reading
Complete Buyer's Guide for Hybrid Vehicles
Oct 1, 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/cb56b8/hybrid_vehicle_buy) has announced the addition of the "Hybrid Vehicle Buyerâs Guide" report to their offering. There are many legitimate reasons why you would want to consider buying a hybrid vehicle. It could be that you want ... Continue reading
The People Respond to Washington's Bailout Plan: NO!
Sep 30, 2008
By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher Democrats are blaming the Republicans; Republicans are blaming Democrats; and the pretentious experts on the news programs are blaming Americans for speaking up and letting their elected representatives know that they disagree with a plan that is, at best, a wild guess ... Continue reading
Sep 30, 2008
The Taylors break Guinness World Record driving a stock clean diesel Jetta TDI* HERNDON, Va., Sept. 29 -- The world's most fuel efficient couple, John and Helen Taylor, have broken the current world record for lowest fuel consumption across the 48 contiguous United States averaging 58.82 miles to the gallon. They ended ... Continue reading
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