Ecolab Agrees to Acquire Champion Technologies for $2.2 Billion
Oct 12, 2012
Ecolab Inc. announced that it has agreed to acquire privately held Champion Technologies and its related company Corsicana Technologies (hereafter collectively referred to as Champion) in a transaction valued at approximately $2.2 billion, to be paid through a mix of approximately 75% cash and 25% stock. Champion is a ... Continue reading
EcoDual and W. W. Williams Announce Distribution Agreement
Oct 11, 2012
EcoDual, LLC, a leading provider of diesel to natural gas dual fuel conversion systems for heavy duty diesel powered trucks and The W. W. Williams Company, one of the nation's largest industrial distribution, repair and service companies, have announced an arrangement under which W.W. Williams will serve as a master di ... Continue reading
EPA's Clean Diesel Funding Announcement Applauded By Diesel Technology Forum
Oct 11, 2012
Successful Clean Air Program Has Reduced Emissions in School Buses, Commercial Trucks and Construction Equipment in All 50 States The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) announcement today that it was awarding $30 million for clean diesel projects is another important step in reducing emissions primarily through th ... 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
Oct 8, 2012
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) today announced it approved a series of guidelines for Qi (pronounced "chee") wireless chargers intended for automotive aftermarket use. Products meeting the guidelines will be able to include the description, "Meets Qi Automotive Aftermarket Guidelines" along with the Qi logo. Power ... 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
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
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
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