Apr 18, 2008
IRVINE, Calif., April 18 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a leader in the development and production of advanced propulsion systems, energy storage technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles, today announced that the company has met all requirements for continued listing on the NASDAQ Global Mark ... Continue reading
Automotive Executive Joins Azure Dynamics' Board of Directors
Apr 17, 2008
OAK PARK, Michigan, April 17 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD & LSE: ADC) ("Azure" or the "Company") a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial vehicles, announced today the appointment of James C. Gouin to its Board of Directors, subject to normal regulatory approvals and pro ... Continue reading
Ener1 Joins Counterparts in Briefing Capitol Hill on Electrification of Auto Industry
Apr 17, 2008
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 17 -- Ener1, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ENEI) , a leading alternative energy company, will participate in an industry briefing of U.S. Congressional staff on the latest developments in the electrification of the American automotive industry. Manufacturers of advanced automotive batteries will jo ... Continue reading
News Advisory(HQ): Earth Day 2008: Green Technology and Buildings Bloom on the National Mall
Apr 17, 2008
**News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 17, 2008 *Earth Day 2008: Green Technology and Buildings Bloom on the National Mall * Contact: Suzanne Ackerman, (202)-564-4355 / ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - April 17, 2008) On April 20 - 22, 2008, EPA will hold the National Sustainable Design Ex ... Continue reading
Ford Targets Near-Term Fuel Economy Improvements Across Millions of Vehicles
Apr 16, 2008
DETROIT, Apr. 16 -- With rising prices at the pump, it's no surprise that more than 58 percent of car consumers polled by Kelly Blue Book in March indicated that fuel prices affected their purchase decision. While Ford , along with other automakers, are exploring game-changing, long-term solutions, developing affordabl ... Continue reading
Citroen sees double success at What Diesel's 2008 Awards
Apr 16, 2008
Citroën has picked up double honours at this year's What Diesel awards, taking home the Best MPV accolade for its Grand C4 Picasso for the second year running. The Company also won the newest and coveted title of Best Green Manufacturer, in recognition of its impressive environmental credentials. ... Continue reading
Diesels Could Reach 20% of U.S. Market by 2020
Apr 15, 2008
Washington DC April 15, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that about 20 percent of the vehicles in U.S. could run on diesel fuels by the end of the next decade, a panel of auto executives said at the SAE 2008 World Congress. Panelists also expected hybrid technologies to be in about 10 percent of vehicles by 2020, as ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics Begins Trading on the International OTCQX
Apr 15, 2008
OAKPARK, MI, April 15 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD & LSE: ADC) ("Azure" or the "Company"), a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial vehicles, today announced that it began listing on the International OTCQX under the symbol AZDDF. "With our recent headquarters move to th ... Continue reading
All Green Zero X Dirt Bike to Debut at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach
Apr 15, 2008
- Zero Motorcycles Featured In the Green Power Prix-View - SANTA CRUZ, Calif., April 15 -- Zero Motorcycles, Inc., North America's premier electric motorcycle manufacturer, will be making their official debut at the 2008 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, April 18th-20th in Long Beach, California. Zero Motorcycles recent ... Continue reading
Volvo Trucks Launches the World's First Hybrid Refuse Truck in Sweden
Apr 14, 2008
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, April 14 -- Steeply rising oil prices and a strong focus on the climate have made fuel-saving hybrid technology particularly interesting. Volvo Trucks is now taking an important step towards commercialisation of this technology for heavy vehicles by launching two hybrid refuse trucks that will be te ... Continue reading
Low Carbon Fuels Conference Begins in Sacramento
Apr 14, 2008
SACRAMENTO, CA - April 14, 2007: With the recent adoption of AB 32, (California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006), AB1007 (State Plan to Increase the Use of Alternative Transportation Fuels), 2006 BioEnergy Action Plan, 2006 Low Carbon Fuel Standard and many other initiatives, California is again reshaping the futu ... Continue reading
Student-Built Prototype Vehicle Breaks Mileage Record at 2008 Shell Eco-Marathon(TM) Americas
Apr 13, 2008
Mater Dei's 2,843.4 mpg achievement stretches boundaries of fuel efficiency HOUSTON, April 13 -- "Ladies and gentlemen, start your fuel-efficient engines" were the words that kicked off the 2008 Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas; and that's exactly what more than 300 students from Canada, Mexico, and the United States di ... Continue reading
Volvo Launches First Hybrid Garbage Truck in Sweden - MULTI VIDEOS
Apr 11, 2008
GOTHENBURG - April 11, 2008: Steeply rising oil prices and a strong focus on the climate have made fuel-saving hybrid technology particularly interesting. Volvo Trucks is now taking an important step towards commercialisation of this technology for heavy vehicles by launching two hybrid refuse trucks that will be teste ... Continue reading
New generation of four-cylinder diesel engines from Mercedes-Benz leads the way
Apr 10, 2008
What better way to mark the 150th anniversary of Rudolf Diesel's birth than a brand new generation of four-cylinder diesel engines from Mercedes-Benz which outstrip all previous benchmarks for performance, torque, emission properties and, most notably, fuel economy in their segment? In its most powerful variant, the ne ... Continue reading
Flying High With Turbo Diesel - MBtech at the SAE World Congress in Detroit
Apr 9, 2008
TROY, Mich., April 9, 2008 -- In addition to innovative automotive projects MBtech also presents a turbo diesel as a light aircraft engine concept. "A climate for change" is the motto of the SAE 2008 World Congress taking place from April 14th to 17th at the Cobo Center in Detroit, MI, USA. The event serves as a forum ... Continue reading
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