Ryder Executives to Speak at the 2012 Alternative Clean Transportation Expo
May 15, 2012
Ryder System, Inc. , a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, announced today that Scott Perry, Vice President of Supply Management for Ryder, will be participating on a panel at the 2012 Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, North America's largest alternative fuels and clean ... Continue reading
May 14, 2012
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid/electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it will showcase its industry-leading ultra-lightweight natural gas vehicle storage systems, hybrid/electric propulsion system components and vehicle and advanced p ... Continue reading
Icom North America Earns Eight New EPA Certifications
May 14, 2012
Icom North America, a leading developer and manufacturer of liquid-injection propane (autogas) systems for commercial and consumer vehicles, has received eight new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certifications for its patented JTG II Propane Liquid Injection bi-fuel systems. The new certifications cover all ... Continue reading
Hertz on Demand and IBM Lead on Smart Charging Initiative for Electric Vehicles
May 14, 2012
The Hertz Corporation , has announced that Hertz On Demand, the global car sharing club, and IBM are together piloting a program in Germany to advance electric vehicle (EV) mobility and user adoption through intelligent recharging solutions. In a special agreement, Hertz On Demand in Germany will supply electric vehicl ... Continue reading
Miles per Gallon (MPG) Fraud -- Why Class Action Works Better than Small Claims
May 11, 2012
When it was announced that Heather Peters won her lawsuit against Honda for alleged MPG advertising violations, it drew nationwide attention and several more small claims against the popular car company. Now we hear that Peters' small claims judgment was overturned in the Appeals process--a move that confuses consumers ... Continue reading
Tippecanoe School Corporation Deploys First Blue Bird Propane-Powered School Buses in Indiana
May 11, 2012
TIPPECANOE SCHOOL CORPORATION DEPLOYS FIRST BLUE BIRD PROPANE-POWERED SCHOOL BUSES IN INDIANA FORT VALLEY, Ga. With the school year coming to a close, Tippecanoe School Corp. (TSC) in Lafayette, Ind., is gearing up to teach students, parents and administrators the benefits of clean, safe and economical propane autogas ... Continue reading
Veolia Will Launch Baltimore's First Propane Autogas Taxi Fleet
May 11, 2012
Baltimore's first propane autogas taxi fleet will be launched today at a special ceremony during which Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will take the city's first propane taxi ride. 'As a leader in the transportation industry, Veolia Transportation is committed to enhancing mobility and improving the quali ... Continue reading
Citroen Berlingo Continues To Deliver Efficiency Gains For Hewer
May 11, 2012
As part of a continuous drive to reduce its fleet carbon footprint and to deliver on-going financial savings, Hewer Facilities Management Ltd (Hewer FM) has just specified Euro 5 Berlingo vans as part of its latest fleet replacement and fleet expansion programme ... Continue reading
Networkfleet eBook and Webinar Focus on Managing Fuel Expenses
May 9, 2012
Fleet managers are facing escalating fuel expenses and tighter budgets. To address this, Networkfleet, Inc. is offering a complimentary eBook titled Managing Fuel Costs with Networkfleet and a corresponding webinar Best Practices for Managing Fuel Costs to demonstrate how telematics and GPS fleet tracking technolog ... Continue reading
Want to Go Green? AAA Recommends Ways to Make a Difference Behind the Wheel
May 9, 2012
AAA provides tips for those looking to be more eco-friendly with their driving habits and next vehicle purchase Hoping to decrease your carbon footprint and live a greener life? What and how you drive is a large part of your daily carbon footprint. Electric engines, several hybrid options and even traditional internal ... Continue reading
Los Angeles to Host the 26th International Electric Vehicle Symposium -- May 6-9, 2012
May 8, 2012
The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA), under the auspices of the World Electric Vehicle Association (WEVA), will host the 26th International Electric Vehicle Symposium (EVS26) in Los Angeles May 6-9, resulting in an economic impact of more than $2.5 million citywide and a total of 2,900 room nights at th ... Continue reading
May 8, 2012
To electrify drivetrains, it's necessary to find the right balance between effort and benefit. Criteria such as vehicle class and powertrain size (in terms of power and torque) are key elements in achieving appropriate electrification. Dr. Ralf Stopp, director of advanced development and marketing, eMobility Systems Di ... Continue reading
Israeli Government Awards T3 Motion Two-Year Electric Vehicle Tender
May 8, 2012
T3 Motion, Inc. a producer of clean/green technology, announced that Israel has awarded T3 Motion and its Israeli distributor, Yaum Ltd., a two-year contract for T3 Series Electric Stand-up Vehicles (ESV). The tender was awarded based on the results of a trial period carried out to measure the effectiveness of various ... Continue reading
Clean Energy Reports Gallons Delivered Rose 23% During The First Quarter of 2012
May 7, 2012
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. today announced operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012. Gallons Delivered (defined below) for the first quarter of 2012 totaled 43.7 million gallons, up 23% from 35.5 million gallons delivered in the same period a year ago. Revenue for the first quarter ended March 31, 201 ... Continue reading
ABB Launches Best-Selling Electric Vehicle Fast Charger in US Market
May 4, 2012
ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, today entered the US market for electric vehicle charging solutions with the launch of its best-selling Terra 51 direct current (DC) charger, marking the start of a massive infrastructure rollout that will further drive the mass adoption of electric mobility. The ... Continue reading
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