http://www.electricdrive.org Electric Drive Transportation Association Sat, 18 May 2013 07:51:20 CDT en-us http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36756 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36756 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Cypress, California - May 16, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will compete in the 2013 edition of the world-famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) to be held on June 30, 2013 with a pair of all-new MiEV Evolution II all-electric four-wheel drive (4WD) prototype racecars.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img alt="Mitsubishi Motors to Enter a Pair of All-New MiEV Evolution... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36757 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36757 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;h2gt;Redesigned Sports Sedan Takes Driving Enjoyment to New Levellt;/h2gt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Toyota City, Japan - May 16, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Lexus is rolling out its new "IS" sports sedan lineup today with the Japan-wide launch of the redesigned "IS 350" and "IS 250", and the introduction of the "IS 300h" hybrid to the lineup.amp;nbsp; Sales began today through Lexus dealers nationwide.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36758 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36758 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;May 16, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; We are often asked how long it takes to charge a plug in vehicle at Level 2 charging (208/240V) versus Level 1 charging (120V).amp;nbsp; Here is the answer! The chart below lists a variety of different types of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles along with estimated re-charge times for each vehicle.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;*Acceptance Rates and Battery Sizes were obtained using Wikipedia and/or... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36738 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36738 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan LEAF Crosses 25,000 U.S. Sales Milestone http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36717 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36717 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan and CarCharging to Expand Electric Vehicle Quick Charger Network http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36737 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36737 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Governor Kitzhaber Praises Partnership Behind New State Capitol Charging Station http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36708 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36708 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT A123 Energy Solutions Certifies Grid Battery System Safety with CE Marking http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36716 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36716 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Powin, EV4 Oregon, and OpConnect Partner to Launch Charging Stations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36684 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36684 Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Ford Selects AeroVironment to Provide Complete Home Charging Solutions for Plug-In EV Customers http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36656 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36656 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INTRODUCES WORKPLACE EV CHARGING WITH BLINK CHARGING STATIONS http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36658 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36658 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Bosch introduces Power Max First sub-$450 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36669 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36669 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Riviegrave;re-du-Loup becomes the first city in the Bas-Saint-Laurent to join the Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36634 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36634 Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan LEAF Earns "Top Safety Pick" from IIHS http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36638 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36638 Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Toyota City, Japan, - May 7, 2013amp;nbsp; -lt;/stronggt; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that it has installed a Smart Mobility Park electric mobility charging station at Toyota Ecoful Town, its low-carbon society model district located in Toyota City.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img alt="Smart Mobility Park" src="http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/13/05/image/0507_01_S.jpg"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36583 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36583 Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;PALO ALTO, Calif. - May 2, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Tesla Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) will hold a conference call on May 3, 2013 at 10:30 AM Pacific Time (1:30 PM Eastern Time) for members of the media, to make an announcement. Following remarks from Elon Musk, Tesla Motors co-founder and CEO, media is invited to participate in a question and answer session.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36581 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36581 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;MEXICO CITY - May 2, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; The fully electric Nissan LEAF has been zooming across the country of Mexico for months now. So far, only taxi drivers and government officials in Mexico City and in Aguascalientes are driving them. But soon those in Mexico who want to drive a 100 percent pure electric car will be able to buy the Nissan LEAF. That is why the company is working hard to get more electric vehicle charging infrastructure in... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36559 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36559 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint and SYLVANIA Lighting Services Announce Reseller Agreement for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in United States http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36530 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36530 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Ford Fusion, C-MAX Hybrids Attracting New Companies Searching for Savings at the Fuel Pump http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36535 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36535 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT CEC Awards Odyne Systems Advanced Medium and Heavy Duty Vehicle Technologies Pre-Commercial Demonstrations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36488 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36488 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;PALO ALTO, Calif. - April 26, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Tesla Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) will hold a conference call on April 26, 2013 at 10:30 AM Pacific Time (1:30pm Eastern Time) for members of the media, to make an announcement about Tesla Service. Following remarks from Elon Musk, Tesla Motors co-founder and CEO, media is invited to participate in a question and answer session.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36511 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36511 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Terrebonne to offer public charging stations for plug-in electric vehicles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36515 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36515 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"gt;lt;span style='font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";'gt;lt;o:pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/o:pgt;lt;/spangt;lt;/pgt; lt;div align="center"gt; lt;table width="600" class="MsoNormalTable" style="background: white; border: 2.25pt solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 6.25in; mso-cellspacing: 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"gt;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36507 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36507 Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT New York State, Golub Corporation Announce Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations At Niskayuna Price Chopper http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36442 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36442 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;h2gt;"Zero Net Energy" concept home will efficiently generate and manage renewable energy; Solar power will charge Honda Fit EVlt;/h2gt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;April 24, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today announced its plan to create the Honda Smart Home US, a showcase for environmental innovation and renewable energy enabling technologies that demonstrates Honda's vision for sustainable, zero-carbon... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36465 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36465 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Chevrolet Spark Most Efficient U.S. Retail Electric Vehicle http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36406 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36406 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;h2gt;Nissan North America, Inc. and Airbiquity recognized for global launch of the Nissan LEAF Electric Vehicle CARWINGS Telematics Programlt;/h2gt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;brgt;lt;stronggt;NASHVILLE, Tenn. - April 23, 2013 '"lt;/stronggt; Airbiquity, a global leader in connected vehicle services, today congratulates Nissan North America, Inc. for winning the Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America) Smart Solution... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36432 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36432 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Montreal - April 23, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; The founding partners of the Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to confirm the signature of a partnership agreement with the Cegep de Jonquiegrave;re to install a public charging station for electric vehicles (EV) in its parking lot shortly.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36375 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36375 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan, New York City Launch LEAF Electric Vehicle Taxi Pilot http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36381 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36381 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Johnson Controls leader named as top 10 automotive parts manager in China http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36382 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36382 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;SHANGHAI - April 22, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Automakers are offering a cornucopia of choice for Chinese consumers and enthusiasts at Asia's top auto show in Shanghai.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img src="https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ-2dXbWicFjw00b0r8MGVVTesAeDgYmCUTvs1_YVMk6h4CUaRqKA"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;Nissan is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA)lt;brgt;lt;a... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36386 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36386 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;img alt="EarthDay_2013" src="https://www.evgonetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/EarthDay_20131.jpg"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;eVgo is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA)lt;brgt;lt;a href="http://www.electricdrive.org/"gt;http://www.electricdrive.org/lt;/agt; lt;/pgt;lt;p align="left"gt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="left"gt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="left"gt;###lt;/pgt;lt;p... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36431 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36431 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint Teams with BMW's DriveNow Electric Car Sharing Program to Showcase the Benefits of Electric Vehicles for Earth Day 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36374 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36374 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT POLL FROM AUSTIN BUSINESS JOURNAL SHOWS OVERWHELMING PUBLIC SUPPORT FOR TESLA MOTORS SELLING ELECTRIC CARS DIRECT TO CONSUMERS IN TEXAS http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36350 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36350 Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Home Is Where the Hybrid Is: KB Home Features Ford's MyEnergi Lifestyle http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36356 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36356 Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT GM Recognized for Mitigating its Climate Impact http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36357 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36357 Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Protean Electric Introduces Production In-Wheel Electric Drive System; Exhibits at Auto Shanghai 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36330 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36330 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT WORLD'S FIRST ALL-ELECTRIC CAR FERRY POWERED BY ELECTROVAYA'S http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36331 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36331 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;h2gt;Kelley Blue Book impressed with Honda Fit EV's unique blend of power and efficiencylt;/h2gt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;brgt;lt;stronggt;April 18, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Industry experts at KBB.com have named the Honda Fit EV to their annual list of 10 Best Green Cars. The editors at KBB.com were impressed with the Fit EV's combination of efficiency and power, which made it an easy choice as one of the best green vehicles of 2013. This most recent award continues... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36332 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36332 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT KELLEY BLUE BOOK'S KBB.COM NAMES THE VOLKSWAGEN JETTA TURBO HYBRID A TOP TEN GREEN CAR http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36334 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36334 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT KBB.com: Ford Focus Electric, C-MAX Energi, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid are Best Green Cars http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36288 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36288 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT ELECTROVAYA LAUNCHES THE NEW GENERATION OF LITHIUM ION http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36297 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36297 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Toyota City, Japan - April 17, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that cumulative global sales of its hybrid vehicles topped the 5 million unit mark as of March 31, 2013, reaching 5.125 million units. lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img src="http://www.toyota-global.com/innovation/environmental_technology/hv5m/images/box3_img3.jpg"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;Toyota is a member of the Electric Drive... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36214 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36214 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Protean Electric Unveils Production In-Wheel Electric Drive System http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36260 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36260 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Spark EV Electric Motor Manufacturing Begins in Baltimore http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36269 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36269 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint and City of Sacramento Celebrate 100th Electric Vehicle Charging Station Milestone http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36223 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36223 Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;MONTVALE, NJ - April 15, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; smart, the iconic microcar, hits the road on an eleven-city tour bringing the all-new smart electric drive to eco-minded urbanites across the country. Each stop on the tour offers an opportunity to drive the most affordable electric vehicle on the market, with an MSRP of $25,000 (additional federal, state and local subsidies may further reduce the cost of the car). The smart electric drive achieves 122 city MPGe, or miles... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36077 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36077 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT FIAT Brand North America Helps Make it Easy for Consumers to Purchase or Lease All-new 2013 Fiat 500e http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35952 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35952 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Cadillac ELR Puts Energy Control at Driver's Fingertips http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35962 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35962 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;PARIS - April 12, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) will feature a new range of DC/DC converters for 12V-micro and 48V-mild hybrid applications and a complete portfolio of vehicle charging systems for hybrid and electric vehicles at the eCarTec Paris - 2nd International Trade Fair for Electric Mobility, April 16 '" 18, 2013. Delphi's display will be located in Hall 5.1, Booth 410.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;lt;brgt;With products... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35943 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35943 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;SAN DIEGO- April 11, 2013 -lt;/stronggt;amp;nbsp;amp;nbsp;/PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Gas amp;amp; Electric (SDGamp;amp;E) has recently earned two national recognitions that demonstrate the utility's momentum in developing a smart grid for the benefit of the region. SDGamp;amp;E received the "Top Ten Best North American Utilities" award for smart grid development from Greentech Media, which is one of the nation's leading cleantech news and research websites.... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35953 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35953 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Governor Cuomo Announces the Installation of Hundreds of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35957 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35957 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Toyota City, Japan - April 11, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that it today completed its three-year plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV) demonstration project jointly carried out with Eacute;lectricite de France (EDF) and the City and the Urban Community of Strasbourg in France.lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35883 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35883 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;h2gt;New energy storage technology has the potential to enable fuel savings in vehicles 15 to 20 percentlt;/h2gt;lt;pgt;lt;brgt;lt;stronggt;Hannover - April 10, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; Johnson Controls is premiering its new 48-volt Micro Hybrid battery demonstration module in Europe at the Hannover Messe. The 48-volt hybrid battery would be used in vehicles in conjunction with a 12-volt starter battery. This enables greater energy and power efficiency while keeping overall system... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35885 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35885 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Ford Delivers Best Hybrid Sales Quarter Ever as Fusion and C-MAX Hybrids Attract New Customers to Brand http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35891 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35891 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT FREE 8-Hour First Responder Safety Online Training for Electric Drive Vehicles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35899 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35899 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT The Electric Circuit suppliers'"AddEacute;nergie Technologies and AeroVironment'" http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35934 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35934 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;ROLLE, Switzerland - April 10, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; On Monday April 8, Nissan President and CEO Carlos Ghosn hosted an intimate gathering of media in Oslo, Europe's electric vehicle capital, and spoke about the new Nissan LEAF and his vision of zero-emissions mobility.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36333 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/36333 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Ford Delivers Best Hybrid Sales Quarter Ever as Fusion and C-MAX Hybrids Attract New Customers to Brand http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35892 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35892 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;NORWAY - April 9, 2013 -lt;/stronggt; No country has sold more Nissan LEAF models per capita than Norway, with the world's first mass production electric vehicle taking 1.7 percent of all vehicle sales in 2012, its first full year on sale.lt;/pgt;lt;pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img src="http://nissannews.com/admin/photos/0eb0ede9-cf57-4278-a65d-3d8483fff271-300x300.jpg"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p align="center"gt;Nissan is a member of the Electric... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35831 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35831 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT ECOTALITY AND KROGER ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF EV PARTNERSHIP http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35851 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35851 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT DULLES TOWN CENTER TO DEBUT LOUDOUN COUNTY'S FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLE FAST CHARGING STATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NRG ENERGY / EVGO http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35854 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35854 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT WWF-Canada and the Electric Circuit join forces to promote transportation electrification http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35888 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35888 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Electric Drive Transportation Association Welcomes ABB as a Member http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35780 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35780 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Volt owners exceeding EPA electric-driving estimate http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35773 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35773 Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT Work Truck Show 2013 Green Award Goes to Odyne Systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35772 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35772 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;NEW YORK - April 1, 2013 '"lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp; At the media days for the 2013 New York International Auto Show, Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn defended the company's strategy on electric vehicles.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG alt=ghosn_carlos.03.jpg src="http://i.cnn.net/money/2006/07/10/news/companies/8381630.fortune/ghosn_carlos.03.jpg"gt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;Nissan is a member of the Electric Drive... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35771 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35771 Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT TESLA MODEL S SALES EXCEED TARGET http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35737 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35737 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Debuts 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid, NV200 Mobility Taxi at New York International Auto Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35738 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35738 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Work Truck Show 2013 Green Award Goes to Odyne Systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35708 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35708 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Fuji Electric Begins U.S. Production of EV Charging Stations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35713 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35713 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT AAA AUTO BUYING EXPERTS SELECT TOP VEHICLES FOR COMMUTERS; FROM A FULL ELECTRIC VEHICLE TO A SPACIOUS MINIVAN, AAA'S TOP PICKS DRIVEN BY FUEL EFFICIENCY AND COMFORT http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35778 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35778 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Schneider Electric Joins Electric Drive Transportation Association http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35634 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35634 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Honda Leads Industry with Four Vehicles Eligible for California Carpool Lane Access http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35630 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35630 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Future Rapid Transportation System Unveiled in Bogota http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35610 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35610 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Evatran Awarded Department Of Energy Sub-Contract To Integrate High Power Wireless Charging Technology Into Production Electric Vehicles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35565 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35565 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Recognized by EPA with Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award, Saves Enough Energy to Power the All-Electric LEAF for 750 Million Miles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35566 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35566 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Joe Dalum Named the President of the Green Truck Association http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35536 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35536 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Groundbreaking Research by VEIC Connects Transportation and Energy Efficiency Sectors http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35537 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35537 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT Checking a Skeptic's Fuzzy Math http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35577 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35577 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Wolfsburg, Germany - March 14, 2013 -lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp; Volkswagen is writing a new chapter in mobility in presenting its first fully electric production vehicle: the new e-up!. The four-seat car - which operates with nearly zero noise - is being shown at today's Annual Press and Investors Conference in Wolfsburg. The new e-up! impresses with its driving range of 150 km and excellent everyday practicality.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35518 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35518 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT UQM Technologies and Proterra Complete New Three-year Electric Propulsion System Supply Agreement http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35533 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35533 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;March 13, 2013 -lt;/STRONGgt; Three Ford and Lincoln vehicles have won U.S. News amp;amp; World Report's 2013 Best Cars for Families awards. For three straight years, Ford Fusion has won best midsize car, while Fusion Hybrid is top hybrid car two years in a row and Lincoln MKT takes home best luxury three-row midsize SUV honors. U.S. News amp;amp; World Report determines winning vehicles based on the best combination of quality, features and space for today's... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35532 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35532 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;TORRANCE, Calif - March 12, 2013 '"lt;/STRONGgt; The Toyota Prius and Highlander Hybrid have garnered category honors as part of U.S. News and World Report's Best Cars for Families awards. The 2013 Toyota Prius took top honors in the Best Hatchback for Families category, while the 2013 Highlander Hybrid won the Best Hybrid SUV for Families award for the third year in a row.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35470 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35470 Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CDT EPRI Survey Shows Choice May Be Key Variable in Electric Vehicle Purchases http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35517 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35517 Sat, 09 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Odyne Systems Showcased Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application at the 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35474 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35474 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;FRANKLIN, Tenn. - March 8, 2013 -lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;Charlie Yaeger is 97 years old.amp;nbsp; He has been driving for more than 80 years.amp;nbsp; He has driven everything from a Ford Model T to Nissan Maxima to a 1916 Baker Electric.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG src="http://nissannews.com/assets/images/logos/naias13_nissan.png"gt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;Nissan is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35405 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35405 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST ECOtality and ChargePoint Establish Interoperability Company, Collaboratev, LLC http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35406 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35406 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST ALTe Powertrain Technologies Pledges Clinton Global Initiative http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35413 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35413 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Drive Oregon, ODOT, and Governor's Office team up for EV deployment http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35404 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35404 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST AeroVironment Intergrates Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Technology into EV Charger Systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35412 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35412 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Dan Akerson Speech to CERAWeek Energy Conference http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35350 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35350 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Delphi technologies help Ferrari reach emissions reduction goal on new limited-edition, special series model http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35354 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35354 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Protean Electric Joins Electric Drive Transportation Association http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35366 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35366 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST With a New Electric Taxi Program, Rio De Janeiro Enters Zero Emissions Era http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35369 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35369 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;Tuesday, March 3, 2013lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;As part of the Obama Administration's commitment to speeding the transition to more sustainable energy sources that will help drive economic growth, the Energy Department today announced 16 major U.S. employers and two stakeholder groups have joined the Workplace Charging Challenge to give more American workers access to new transportation options, while another three U.S. corporations have joined the National Clean Fleets... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35403 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35403 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Tesla Motors Announces Retail Expansion as Europe Prepares to Welcome Model S http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35332 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35332 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"gt;lt;/pgt;lt;p style="padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"gt;lt;font color="#222222" face="Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important;"gt;lt;span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 15px;"gt;lt;bgt;Toyota City, Japan, - March 4, 2013... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35336 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35336 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;bgt;Grenoble, France, - amp;nbsp;March 4, 2013 -lt;/bgt; The city of Grenoble, the Grenoble-Alpes Metropole2, car-sharing service operator Cite lib, French energy provider Eacute;lectricite de France (EDF) and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) signed here today a Memorandum of Understanding to begin by the end of 2014 a collaborative zero-emission ultra-compact urban electric vehicle car-sharing project aimed at addressing "last mile" transportation needs for those... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35337 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35337 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST Public Charging Stations Installed in Parking Lots at Quebec Casinos http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35305 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35305 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;divgt;lt;span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 20px; text-align: center;"gt;Companies Aim to Raise Efficiency and Cut CO2 Emissions in Delivery Businesslt;/spangt;lt;/divgt;lt;divgt;lt;bgt;lt;brgt;lt;/bgt;lt;/divgt;lt;divgt;lt;bgt;March 1, 2013 -amp;nbsp;lt;/bgt;Yamato Transport Co., Ltd. (Yamato), Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), and Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino) will begin trials using a... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35295 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35295 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST The Cegep de Saint-Hyacinthe joins The Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35296 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35296 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Drive Oregon grants $180K to spur growth in Oregon's EV industry http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35294 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35294 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Unique Ad Campaign for Ford C-MAX Hybrids Gains Traction with New Customers http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35191 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35191 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST The Bell Centre joins The Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35193 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35193 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Odyne Systems to Showcase Unique New Walk In Van Hybrid Power Application at the 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35228 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35228 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Toronto Hydro introduces the first urban community energy storage project http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35156 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35156 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Los Angeles, CA - February 20, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Feb 19th in the morning, 11 BYD e6s arrive at US, we took the BYD ebus to pick them up. After floating on the sea for over one month, the e6s were covered by dust. But with the ebus leading ahead, 11 e6s following behind, our pure electric fleet attracted lots of attention along the way back to BYD's LA headquarters.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35157 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35157 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Eaton Powers Solar Carport Project http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35158 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35158 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;February 20, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Today's announcement of a new partnership between Honda and SolarCity, America's largest solar power provider, is an important step forward in Honda's effort to reduce CO2 emissions that contribute to global climate change. It is also an important contribution to Honda's overarching mission to create new value for its customers, so that Honda continues to be a company that society wants to exist.lt;/Pgt; lt;P... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35159 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35159 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;The Official Logistics Provider of NASCAR Introduces Environmental Enhancements to Its Trackside Pick-up and Delivery Operationslt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Atlanta, GA - February 20, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - NASCAR gives UPS (NYSE: UPS) the green flag in sustainability as it upgrades its Trackside Services operation for the 2013 racing season. This "best practice" aims to reduce environmental impacts and create a model for other racing teams and sponsors to leverage... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35160 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35160 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Statewide Taskforce Releases North Carolina's First Plug-in Electric Vehicle Readiness Plans http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35161 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35161 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Elecrovaya Announces Memorandum of Understanding with Major Asian Conglomerate http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35122 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35122 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;SYDNEY, Australia - February 19, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; '" The City of Sydney has taken delivery of 10 Nissan LEAF electric cars, the single largest order of the award-winning electric vehicles in Australia.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;BRgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ZpW1qqhMPaM" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt;lt;BRgt;Nissan is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA)lt;BRgt;lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35123 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35123 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;February 19, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - TOYOTA Racing today unveiled the revised TS030 HYBRID car which will spearhead the team's quest for victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours and the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) this season.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;BRgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2qXG6hlErvQ" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt;lt;BRgt;Toyota is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35121 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35121 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;To reduce vehicle weight to improve fuel economy and dynamic performancelt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;TOKYO, Japan - February 18, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that it has newly developed a technology to join steel and aluminum and applied it to enable adoption of aluminum for an outer door panel, which has conventionally been made of steel. Honda will adopt this technology first to the North American version of the all-new Acura RLX,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35035 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35035 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;February 14, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - The Energy Department today announced a $1 million investment to analyze and evaluate potential cost-competitive pathways for producing and transporting hydrogen fuel. The project selected'"led by Strategic Analysis, Inc. in Arlington, Virginia'"will identify cost-effective and efficient materials and processes to produce hydrogen from renewable energy sources. This investment supports the Energy Department's broader goal to achieve $2... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35047 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35047 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Tokyo - February 14, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will give the MITSUBISHI Concept GR-HEVlt;SUPgt;1lt;/SUPgt; and MITSUBISHI Concept CA-MiEVlt;SUPgt;2lt;/SUPgt; concept models their global debut at the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show which runs from March 5 through March 17 (opening to the general public on March 7). The two show models highlight MMC's next-generation advanced technologies.lt;/Pgt; lt;P... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35048 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35048 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint Applauds New York City Mayor Bloomberg's Call for EV Readiness http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34981 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34981 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;pgt;lt;stronggt;Washington, DC - February 13, 2013 -amp;nbsp;lt;/stronggt;The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA), the leading industry association dedicated to promoting electric drive as a core technology on the road to sustainable mobility, recently welcomed new member company WiTricity.lt;/pgt; lt;p align="center"gt;lt;img src="http://electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/34980"gt;lt;brgt;WiTricity is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35032 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35032 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST EDTA Responds to President Obama's State of the Union Address http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35039 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35039 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Chevrolet Gets Lots of Love from Fans on Twitter http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35040 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/35040 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Johnson Controls responds to President Obama's State of the Union Address http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34974 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34974 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Cadillac ELR Undergoes Winter Chassis Testing http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34978 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34978 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;P align=centergt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;IMG src="http://electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/19071"gt;lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;February 12, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - The Department of Energy (DOE) will be hosting an informational webinar on the lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34988 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34988 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;MEXICO CITY - February 12, 2013lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;'" About 70 taxi drivers in Mexico have been driving fully electric Nissan LEAFs for more than a year now as part of a pilot program launched in 2011. The objective is to showcase the car's technology while building experience and evidence of the Nissan LEAF potential under various driving conditions in Mexico.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;BRgt;lt;IFRAME height=315... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34990 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34990 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;The EPA-rated 118 MPGe Fit EV will be available in seven states and on both coastslt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;February 12, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - The all-electric 2013 Honda Fit EV, first launched in California and Oregon in July 2012, is coming to select East Coast markets later this month, American Honda announced today. The Fit EV will be available for lease at Honda dealerships in selected markets in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, New York, and New... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34973 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34973 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Chargepoint Brings Networked Electric Vehicle Charging Stations To Atlanta http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34893 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34893 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST AAA Plugs in with GoSpaceTM to Provide EV Charging Station Solutions to AAA Clubs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34896 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34896 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST AeroVironment Electric Vehicle Dealer Program Makes it Easy to Bundle with Car Purchase http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34894 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34894 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST One-Third of All U.S. Ford Dealers to Be Certified to Sell New EVs by Spring; Ford Delivers January Hybrid Sales Record http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34895 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34895 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Nissan LEAF Drops Major New Beats with Bose Energy Efficient Series Sound System http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34899 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34899 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Electric Power Industry Optimistic As It Prepares for 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34851 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34851 Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Electric Drive Transportation Association Announces Qualcomm as New Member http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34876 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34876 Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;Marks One of the Single Largest Deployments of Zero Emission Vehicles in the Worldlt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Sacramento, CA - February 05, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - UPS (NYSE: UPS) today announced the deployment of 100 fully electric commercial vehicles that will be delivering packages around the state. Today's announcement will help implement Governor Jerry Brown's Executive Order to achieve widespread deployment of zero emission vehicles throughout... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34820 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34820 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST TODA America Joins Electric Drive Transportation Association http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34841 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34841 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST Fuel-Efficient Ford Cars Drive January Sales Increase http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34790 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34790 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST EDTA Takes U.S. Department of Energy's Workplace Charging Challenge http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34799 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34799 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST BYD Won The UAE Zayed Future Energy Finalists Award http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34805 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34805 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Hertz On Demand Introduces Electric Vehicles To Its University Of Connecticut Fleet http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34819 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34819 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Nissan to Triple Electric Vehicle Fast-Chargers; Partners with NRG Energy to Build First Fast-Charge Network in Washington D.C. Area http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34824 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34824 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Ford and Energy Department Announce Pledge for Workplace Charging Challenge http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34788 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34788 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Austin Energy surpasses 10,000th plug-in charge at public stations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34784 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34784 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;Arnold Schwarzenegger's R20 welcomes Alliance supportlt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;ULgt; lt;LIgt;The Renault-Nissan Alliance backs Vienna R20 Conferencelt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;Speakers from Renault and Nissan to address delegateslt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;Fleet of electric vehicles on hand for participants to testlt;/LIgt;lt;/ULgt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Vienna, Austria '" January 29, 2013 lt;/STRONGgt;- The Renault-Nissan Alliance is backing R20... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34801 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34801 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST ECOtality and Sears Expand Relationship, Unveil Electric Vehicles Chargers in Tennessee and Arizona http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34825 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34825 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST DSE Hybrid Selects Balqon Corporation Lithium Battery System For Island Pilot Hybrid Yacht Using Solar Electric Drive http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34785 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34785 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST The Strategic Cooperation Between Daimler and the Renault-Nissan Alliance Forms Agreement with Ford to Accelerate Commercialization of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Technology http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34806 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34806 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Electric Light amp; Power names Southern Company Utility of the Year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34703 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34703 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;Fuel Cell System, Sports Vehicle, Lightweight Technology and Lithium-air Battery Collaboration to Commencelt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;January 24, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) are pursuing their successful strategic long-term cooperation in the field of sustainable mobility today by signing binding agreements aimed at long-term collaboration between the two companies for the joint development of a fuel cell system, joint... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34706 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34706 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST GE Software Solution Provides Grid Stability for Southern California Edison http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34701 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34701 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Duke Energy Renewables completes Notrees Battery Storage Project in Texas; North America's largest battery storage project at a wind farm http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34702 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34702 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Toyota City, Japan, January 23, 2013 - lt;/STRONGgt;Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that starting this April, it will sell an electricity management system that uses recycled nickel-metal hydride batteries from hybrid vehicles to Toyota vehicle dealers throughout Japan.amp;nbsp; Through such means, TMC is aiming for the more effective use of resources used in batteries.amp;nbsp; The systems will be sold via TMC's energy business company, Toyota Turbine and... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34673 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34673 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST ECOtality's Minit Charger Unveils Revolutionary Minit Charger 12 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34674 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34674 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST 115 MPGe Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid, Most Fuel-Efficient Sedan in America, Now Available at Select New York and California Dealerships http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34800 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34800 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Toronto Hydro introduces the first urban community energy storage project http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34630 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34630 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA) Collaborating With SAE International and German Institute For Standardization (DIN) On Electromobility http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34643 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34643 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST San Mateo County's Largest Condominium/MDU Shelter Creek to Unveil ChargePoint Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Grand Opening http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34644 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34644 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST The Electric Circuit will expand in 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34621 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34621 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;The Electric Circuit: the AMT completes its second rollout phaselt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Montreal, January 16, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - As a founding partner of The Electric Circuit, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) is pleased to provide its customers with 20 new public charging stations for electric vehicles at its park-and-ride facilities. Forty charging stations are now installed in the following park-and-ride facilities in the greater... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34622 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34622 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;ATLANTA, January 16, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Georgia Power is now offering workplace charging to its employees throughout the state. The program is part of ECOtality's Electric Vehicle (EV) Project '" a public-private partnership with the Department of Energy that evaluates the effectiveness of EV charger infrastructure. Georgia Power is the first company in the state to participate in the program.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;BRgt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34590 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34590 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Electrified ELR's Driving Experience is Pure Cadillac http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34592 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34592 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Hertz Launches Electric Car Club For Milton Keynes http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34596 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34596 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST All-New 2014 Lexus IS Sport Sedan Makes World Premiere at the North American International Auto Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34609 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34609 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Acura Unveils Next Evolution of NSX Concept at 2013 North American International Auto Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34582 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34582 Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Johnson Controls exceeds 18 million AGM batteries http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34591 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34591 Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Nissan Brings New, U.S.-Assembled 2013 LEAF to Market with Major Price Reduction http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34532 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34532 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST BYD delivers 500 e6 pure electric police cars to Shenzhen Public Security Bureau http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34535 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34535 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Franklin, TN - January 10, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; '" The Nissan Resonance Concept makes its global debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 15th. The Resonance is the latest in a series of envelope-pushing crossover designs from Nissan, fusing bold, breakthrough styling with hybrid-electric powertrain technology.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34536 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34536 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST One in Three Europeans Would Spend More for a Green Car Despite Weak Economy, Ford-Sponsored Survey Shows http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34544 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34544 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Honda to Build New 2014 Accord Hybrid in U.S. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34545 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34545 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;DETROIT, January 10, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Johnson Controls, Inc., the world's leading supplier of automotive batteries, will introduce its 48 volt Micro Hybrid battery demonstration module as part of its full spectrum of advanced energy storage solutions for automobiles. Power Solutions President Alex Molinaroli will unveil the company's next generation technology Jan. 14 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;"Johnson... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34517 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34517 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Nissan Begins U.S. Assembly of 2013 LEAF Electric Vehicle and Batteries http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34527 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34527 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;The latest in seating, electronics, interior and battery innovations debut in Detroitlt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Detroit, MI - January 9, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Johnson Controls, a global diversified company in the automotive and building industries, will showcase its latest seating, electronics, interior and battery products at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS).lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34508 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34508 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H2gt;New study indicates connectivity and safety features top list in consumer preferencelt;/H2gt; lt;Pgt;lt;BRgt;lt;STRONGgt;Las Vegas, January 8, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - Vehicle ownerslt;SUPgt;1lt;/SUPgt; responding to a recent online survey conducted for Johnson Controls by Harris Interactive indicate they want to use their phones and existing apps to safely connect in their vehicles. Consumers want this process to be simple to use and for it to be convenient to download... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34518 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34518 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Rotterdam, Netherlands, January 8, 2013lt;/STRONGgt; - BYD announced today that its pure electric bus has received the EU's Whole Vehicle Type Approval, WVTA for short, allowing it to sell its electric buses in all EU member states without the need for individual national approval.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG src="http://electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/29980"gt;lt;BRgt;BYD is a member of the Electric Drive... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34519 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34519 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Electric Vehicle Charging Station Leaders ChargePoint and DBT USA Partner To Significantly Expand the Intelligent EV Charging Landscape in North America http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34520 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34520 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Clone of Tesla Motors Model S Makes its Asian Debut in Hong Kong http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34526 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34526 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST VIA Motors to Present Holographic Conversation With Thomas Edison at the Detroit Auto Show Unveiling 3 Full-Size Electric Cars http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34509 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34509 Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint Named Leading Electric Vehicle Charging Station Equipment Manufacturer by Pike Research http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34512 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34512 Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Balqon Corporation Recipient Of Zero Emission Heavy Duty Electric Truck Grant For Port Drayage Applications http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34486 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34486 Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST 2013 Fiat 500e Offers Unsurpassed 108 Highway MPGe Rating and Class-Leading 87 Miles of Driving Range http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34491 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34491 Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Tesla Motors Wins Lawsuit Against Auto Dealers in Massachusetts http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34450 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34450 Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST IEEE Standards Association to Exhibit at 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show and Highlight Enabling Consumer Connectivity Through Consensus Building http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34453 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34453 Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;H3 style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; WIDOWS: 2; TEXT-TRANSFORM: none; BACKGROUND-COLOR: rgb(255,255,255); TEXT-INDENT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; OUTLINE-STYLE: none; OUTLINE-COLOR: invert; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; OUTLINE-WIDTH: 0px; LETTER-SPACING: normal; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; FONT: bold 13px/1.2em Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; WHITE-SPACE: normal; ORPHANS: 2; COLOR: rgb(60,67,73); VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; WORD-SPACING: 0px;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34454 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34454 Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;January 3, 2013 -lt;/STRONGgt; This post holiday season finds the NAFTC a very busy place. We have recently completed the 2012 National AFV Day Odyssey, are preparing for training and presentations across the nation, and have developed and continue to develop new course work to reflect the rapidly changing field of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles.lt;BRgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34429 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34429 Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST Fiscal Cliff Package Maintains Parity Between Dividend and Capital Gains Tax Rates http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34430 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34430 Sat, 29 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST 2012 Toyota U.S. Year in Review http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34447 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34447 Fri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid Rated Up to 108 MPGe City, Making It America's Most Fuel-Efficient Sedan; Ford Projects Best Hybrid Sales Quarter Ever http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34370 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34370 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST EEI Survey Shows Transmission and Distribution Investment http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34355 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34355 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The First Chinese Auto Co. Enjoy Import http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34362 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34362 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Campbell, Calif. December 19, 2012 lt;/STRONGgt;'"ChargePoint the world's largest network of independently owned EV charging stations and DBT USA, the Chicago-based subsidiary of European EV charging infrastructure leader DBT will showcase a joint EV charging station innovation at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show. With more than 10,000 charging stations installed in 32 countries and three continents across the globe, DBT will make a major step in the... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34366 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34366 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Tesla Motors Sets European Pricing for Model S http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34369 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34369 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Audi: full speed ahead in motorsport too http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34317 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34317 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Detroit - 12/18/2012lt;/STRONGgt; '" The all-new 2014 Cadillac ELR extended-range electric luxury coupe will make its world debut January 15 at the North American International Auto Show.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG src="http://electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/34319"gt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;2014 Cadillac ELR - General Motors is a member of the Electric Drive Transportation Association... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34320 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34320 Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The City of Sacremento Brings Evatran's Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Trial to the West Coast http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34268 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34268 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford C-MAX Hybrids Outsell Toyota Prius Plug-in and Prius v; Named Official Car for 2013 International CES http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34290 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34290 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Nissan: Excitement for EV-eryone http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34291 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34291 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Dec. 14, 2012 --lt;/STRONGgt; Recently, BYD Fe-battery manufacturingbase received the ISO/TS16949: 2009 certification, which is the firstISO/TS16949 certification in Chinese electric vehicle battery industry. It is an important milestonein the history of the development ofamp;nbsp;lt;Bgt;lt;A href="http://www.byd.com/auto"gt;BYD Autolt;/Agt;lt;/Bgt;,also means that BYD has stood at forefront of battery-quality worldwide. lt;/Pgt;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34292 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34292 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Innovator in smart grid technology develops energy management application to address peak load issues; Bosch Software Innovations' integrated business rules technology deployed in smart grid demonstration project in New York City http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34293 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34293 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Electric driving in Quebec: A driver's perspective http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34205 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34205 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST BMW Group and Boeing to collaborate on carbon fiber recycling http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34216 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34216 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Nissan Reports on Eco-Targets, Unveils Hybrid Plans http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34220 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34220 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Montreal, December 12, 2012 '"lt;/STRONGgt; The founding partners of The Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to confirm the signature of a partnership agreement with the City of Joliette to install public charging stations for electric vehicles. They will be installed in the coming weeks in the city's downtown area.lt;/Pgt; lt;P... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34221 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34221 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Tesla Motors Europe - Tesla Motors distribution center for Europe in the Netherlands: New Facility Will Serve as Final Model S Assembly Point, Vehicle Distribution Hub and Regional Service Center http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34269 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34269 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint Announces EV Charging Station Milestone History; Official Company Name Change http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34178 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34178 Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Hertz Continues Its Leadership In Electric Vehicle Deployment http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34219 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34219 Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Bogotaacute; Launches All-electric Taxi Fleet using Long-Range BYD e6 Cross-over Sedan http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34222 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34222 Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Lexus Eco Challenge First-Round Winners Take Environmental Commitment to a New Level http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34167 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34167 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;December 10, 2012 -- When the first production version of the BMW i3 rolls off the assembly line in Leipzig in late 2013, it will mark the provisional culmination of 40 years of development work at BMW. It all began at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, where the BMW starting line-up included two electrically powered test vehicles. The converted BMW 1602 models served as a means of transport for the members of the organising committee, and were also deployed as support and camera cars... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34173 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34173 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint Introduces New Electric Vehicle Charging Station Mobile Application for iPhone and Android http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34177 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34177 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Raleigh is Nation's first city to test wireless electric vehicle charging systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34204 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34204 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST C-MAX approved for carpool lanes in NYC. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has approved the all-new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid for its Clean Pass vehicle carpool lane access program; C-MAX Energi offers a top speed of 85 mph '" 20 more than Toyota Prius Plug-in '" and a total range of up to 620 miles, enabling drivers to get where they're going in a zippy fashion without having to worry about finding a gas station; C-MAX Energi meets the long-distance... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34170 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34170 Sun, 09 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;MILWAUKEE, Dec. 9, 2012 --lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;Johnson Controls officially withdrew from the bankruptcy auction to acquire portions of A123 Systems when it declined to match a higher bid submitted by Wanxiang.amp;nbsp; Subsequently A123 representatives have announced they selected Wanxiang's bid of $257 million as the best offer for the total company over a set of competing complementary bids by Johnson Controls for the automotive and government assets and NEC for... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34169 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34169 Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;December 7, 2012 -- Deborah L. Kimberly with the Salt River Project '" the third largest public power electric utility in the country '" has been selected after a nationwide recruitment process to lead Austin Energy's energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Kimberly begins her duties as Vice President of Distributed Energy Services on Jan. 22, 2013.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34171 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34171 Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Toyota Announces 2013 Model Year Prices for Camry and Camry Hybrid, Prius c and Scion xB http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34114 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34114 Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;Electric drive models in theamp;nbsp;lt;STRONGgt;Model Year 2013 Fuel Economy Leaderslt;/STRONGgt;:lt;/Pgt; lt;ULgt; lt;LIgt;SMART fortwo electric drive convertible A-1 NA 107lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;SMART fortwo electric drive coupe A-1 NA 107lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;SCION iQ EV AV NA 121lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;MITSUBISHI i-MiEV A-1 NA 112lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;FORD Focus Electric A-1 NA 105lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;TOYOTA Prius c AV 1.5/4L 50lt;/LIgt; lt;LIgt;FORD C-Max... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34172 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34172 Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;EMgt;Read this document initially published on the UPS press release lt;A href="http://www.pressroom.ups.com/Press+Releases/Homepage+Press+Releases/Blue+and+Brown+Make+Green" target=_blankgt;web pagelt;/Agt;.lt;/EMgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Washington, December 06, 2012lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;EMgt;lt;STRONGgt;Public-Private Partnership Helps Customers,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34103 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34103 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST The city of Riviegrave;re-Rouge joins The Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34107 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34107 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST How many miles have Chevrolet Volt driven? What is the impact of Chevrolet Volt? How much does a Chevrolet Volt save you? 5 million gallons of fuel saved; $1,300 a year in fuel costs avoided http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34108 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34108 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Eaton Recognized for Leadership in Global Innovation; Named to Thomson Reuters Top 100 Innovators List for Second Consecutive Year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34109 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34109 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Auto manufacturing in the U.S.: Honda Will Become "Net Exporter" from North America in Two Years http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34112 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34112 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormalgt;December 5, 2012 -- lt;A href="http://www.chargepoint.com/" target=_blankgt;lt;FONT color=#0000ffgt;ChargePointlt;/FONTgt;lt;/Agt; today announced its first annual lt;SPAN style="COLOR: black"gt;lt;A href="http://www.chargepoint.com/products-chargepoint-stations.php" target=_blankgt;lt;FONT color=#0000ffgt;electric vehicle charging stationlt;/FONTgt;lt;/Agt;lt;/SPANgt; holiday photo contest.lt;/Pgt; lt;P... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34098 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34098 Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST New Jetta Hybrid earns EPA fuel economy rating of up to 48 mpg; the first compact hybrid available with a turbocharged engine http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34085 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34085 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST C-MAX Lineup Success Helps Drive Ford's Small Car Sales to 12-Year High; F-Series Marks Best November Since 2005 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34086 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34086 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST Evatran Welcomes Electric Drive Transportation Association and DTE Energy to the Apollo Program http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34096 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34096 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST GM U.S. Sales Increase 3 percent in November http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34033 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34033 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford hybrid market share. Ford projects November as its best hybrid sales month ever exceeding 6,000 units, up from previous record of 5,353 units sold in July 2009; Ford expects to achieve all-time-high 11 percent share of electrified vehicle market '" an increase of more than fivefold this year alone driven by C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid sales of 4,400 units projected for November; All-new Fusion Hybrid is turning in just four days; year-to-date 27 percent of Fusion retail... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34044 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34044 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Audi future engines, future energies and urban future http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34087 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34087 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Honda's Environmental Technology http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34110 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34110 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Joint Center for Energy Storage Research (JCESR) - U.S. Department of Energy Batteries and Energy Storage Hub - DOE Batteries and Energy Storage Hub. DOE research in batteries and storage for electric vehicles. EV batteries Ramp;D by DOE. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34036 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34036 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST All-new 2013 Ford Fusion wins Green Car of the Year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34039 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34039 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Mitsubishi Motors Teams with the University of Southern California to Support Their Smart Grid Living Laboratory Project http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34040 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34040 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Sprint Selects Airbiquity as a Technology Provider for its Sprint Velocity Solution http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34043 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34043 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST smart is expanding its portfolio of electrically driven vehicles designed for urban traffic by cooperating with the two-wheeler specialist Vectrix. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34045 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34045 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST New pricing reflects first increase in four years at only half the rate of inflation http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34048 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34048 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Pricing announced for January debut of Accord Plug-In with class-leading MPGe, Accord Hybrid due next summer; Auto show debuts for 2013 Crosstour and CR-Z http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33976 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33976 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Mitsubishi Unveils All-New 2014 Outlander and 2013 Outlander Sport Limited Edition at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33995 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33995 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Californian wins VW fuel-efficiency contest at 49.9 mpg with Volkswagen Passat Hybrid http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34002 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34002 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint and Service Solutions agreement. EVSE sales agreement. Today ChargePoint and Service Solutions US, LLC, (formerly SPX) an industry leader in EVSE full service supply, installation and support, today announced a reseller agreement for electric vehicle charging stations and services in the North American marketplace. Service Solutions, a supplier to virtually every major automotive manufacturer around the globe, will now resell all ChargePoint electric vehicle charging stations and... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34006 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34006 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST All-new 2013 Fiat 500e electrifies the Cinquecento lineup with even more innovation and style, plus up to an estimated 116 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) city and 100 MPGe highway of pure battery-electric power and zero tailpipe emissions; Fiat 500e is designed to keep electric vehicle (EV) ownership simple with its familiar no-nonsense design, convenience features and intelligently integrated approach to battery-electric technology; More than 80 miles of estimated range, with city... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33940 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33940 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Price of the Chevrolet Spark EV: competitively priced under $25,000 with tax incentives. Chevrolet Spark EV features: Expected range among best in EV segment; Advanced, U.S.-built motor and drive unit deliver best-in-class acceleration; Two seven-inch, high-resolution LCD screens display key vehicle functions and infotainment; Initial markets include California, Oregon, Canada, South Korea and other global markets; Optional SAE Combo DC Fast Charging capability enables Spark EV to charge to... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33943 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33943 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Chevrolet Spark and Sonic Drive with Siri http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33975 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33975 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST General Motors in China: battery technology and lightweight materials for electric cars at the Advanced Materials Lab in Shanghai part of the GM China Advanced Technical Center. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33979 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33979 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST BMW i3 availability, design and features. i3 Concept Coupe is BMW electric car with EV charging, clear cut design http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34003 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/34003 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Austin Energy gets $500,000 to lead alternative vehicle efforts; releases plan to promote plug-in electric vehicles in Central Texas http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33931 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33931 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Gen Y comprises nearly half of hourly workers at GM's Brownstown Battery Assembly http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33869 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33869 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Toyota City, Japan, November 20, 2012'"lt;/STRONGgt;Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) names 19 projects today that are to receive grants under the Toyota Environmental Activities Grant Program for 2012. amp;nbsp;Since its start in 2000, the program has provided support to 233 projects in 50 countries and regions.lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;IMG src="http://electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/29690"gt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;EMgt;lt;FONT... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33888 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33888 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST GE to Purchase 2,000 Ford C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrids; Companies Collaborate with Georgia Tech to Accelerate Alternative Fuel Vehicle Adoption and Research http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33889 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33889 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST BMW Will Also Make World Debut of the New BMW X1-based Concept, the BMW Concept K2 Powder Ride http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33853 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33853 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford Marks Milestone As 500,000th EcoBoost-Equipped Vehicle Rolls off Line in Louisville http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33856 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33856 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Fiat 500 electric car: introduction in 2013 of the all-new Fiat 500e, a full electric version of the Fiat 500 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33868 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33868 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Futuristic police car; police car of the future; how will police car look like in the future; future car designs; concept cars http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33872 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33872 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Manual-transmission hybrid; Hybrid from Honda; hybrid with a stick shift; The only manual-transmission hybrid for sale in the U.S. adds more horsepower and value to its efficient, fun-to-drive appeal http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33873 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33873 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Duke Energy Launches My Home Energy Report http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33874 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33874 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST BMW Highlights at the Los Angeles International Auto Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33878 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33878 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Los Angeles' Most Respected Business Publication and Internationally Recognized Philanthropist and Biotech Entrepreneur Honor Top Los Angeles Leaders for Innovation http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33846 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33846 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST The All-Electric Car Company Continues to Offer Savings and Convenience by Providing Free Home Charging Solutions to Consumers http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33854 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33854 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST EV charging in Mexico: Located in Colonia Roma, this charging station will be the first one to allow quick charging for current electric vehicles. Electric vehicles can now charge their batteries to 80% capacity in this high-tech station in an average time of 30 minutes. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33855 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33855 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;YOKOHAMA, Japan lt;/STRONGgt;'"amp;nbsp;Nov. 16, 2012lt;STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;'" Could this be the future of transportation in Japan? Zero-emissions, small and easy to maneuver and still with a seat in the back for parents to do the school run.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vCuT-yqDkLE" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;And... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33857 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33857 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Toronto store is first international location to feature Tesla's new, innovative showroom design http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33799 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33799 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;FORT COLLINS, Colo., Nov. 15, 2012lt;/STRONGgt;'"Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq:AEIS) today announced that it has acquired Solvix SA, a privately held company based in Villaz-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland. A manufacturer of power supplies for the surface treatment and thin films industry, Solvix brings plasma-based sputtering and cathodic arc deposition applications to AE's existing product portfolio. With its best-in-class arc detection and suppression... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33822 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33822 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Fast and fast charging EV by Chevrolet: Chevrolet's new electric car goes 0-60 mph in under eight seconds; Spark EV; Spark EV fast charging; Spark EV acceleration; Spark EV speed http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33825 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33825 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Power export from electric vehicles; use electric vehicles to power your house in case of an emergency or a violent storm. Powering tools with your EV from Via Motors VTRUX http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33833 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33833 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST CODA Energy Teams up with Stem in Deployment of Smart Energy Optimization System at the InterContinental Hotels of San Francisco http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33883 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33883 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST New connected apps tackle range anxiety and public charging http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33783 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33783 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford Fusion Hybrid interior: This season's fashion focuses on textures and sculpted looks, with a wide variety of color; the trend is similar to the interior of the all-new Ford Fusion; Ford Fusion offers a sculpted interior with sleek, symmetrical lines and both high and subtle contrasts in color; In both fashion and vehicle interiors, details are extremely important, from lace on a collar to the grain in a wood finish http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33786 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33786 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Li-ion systems for home usage: Electrovaya systems available from 3kWh '" 20 kWh http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33796 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33796 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Electric car battery secondary use: World's first use of electric vehicle batteries for energy storage nears grid testing http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33800 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33800 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Fiat Corporate Social Responsibility; Fiat CSR; Chrysler Group CSR; Fiat Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index; FIAT Carbon Performance Leadership Index http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33803 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33803 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Toronto, November 14, 2012lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;'" CSA Group, a leading provider of standards development, training and advisory solutions, global product testing and certification, and product performance evaluation, today announces that it has been selected by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to develop four new standards to help address the impact of climate change in Northern Canada as part of the Northern Infrastructure Standardization Initiative... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33806 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33806 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Daimler: Sustainability Dialogue 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33807 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33807 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Car sharing in Australia: http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33847 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33847 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST GM CSR: Automaker highlights key initiatives in interim update to report http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33885 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33885 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST GM Plans 500,000 Vehicles with Electrification by 2017 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33748 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33748 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Honda hybrid systems: Three Different Honda SPORT HYBRID Systems Accommodate Different Vehicle Characteristics http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33749 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33749 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Honda small commuter electric car; Honda Variable Design Platform; Demonstration Testing Begins in 2013 Using Vehicles that Adopt the "Variable Design Platform" http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33757 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33757 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Delphi buys FCI: Integration of Motorized Vehicles Division of FCI solidifies position as premier connector supplier http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33775 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33775 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Chevrolet small electric car Spark EV: Advanced version of MyLink for 2014 Impala adds functionality http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33779 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33779 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST US Navy Exchange EV charging station: First ChargePoint Electric Charging Stations Installed at $52.8 million Facility Serving Military Families including Walter Reed National Military Medical Center http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33828 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33828 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST DEM Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate Features 10 '" 15% Higher Energy Density, Enabling Less Weight, Lower Costs for Energy Storage Applications http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33754 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33754 Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Award-winning electric cars: Model S bests a field of 25 powerhouse automotive brands with Motor Trend Car of the year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33701 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33701 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford dealerships for C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid: Ford has tripled to more than 200 the number of dealers certified to sell plug-in electrified vehicles, including C-MAX Energi '" Ford's first-ever plug-in hybrid; More than 900 dealers are either certified or enrolled for certification, far outpacing Ford's original estimates for 350 total, with 25 percent of buyers placing plug-in hybrids on their shopping lists; Ford plans certified dealers in all 50 states by early 2013 when the new Fusion... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33712 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33712 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;bgt;LONG ISLAND, New York '" Nov. 8, 2012 '" lt;/bgt;Vehicle owners in New York and New Jersey have been struggling to find gasoline since super storm Sandy hit the East Coast.amp;nbsp; But people with fully electric vehicles like the Nissan LEAF are having an easier time charging up and getting to where they need to go.lt;brgt;lt;brgt;After Sandy, millions in New York and New Jersey were affected.amp;nbsp; Offices, homes and subways flooded. Trees tore through structures, and... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33713 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33713 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST General Motors and the environment: Automaker managing nearly 2,500 acres of wildlife habitat at facilities around the world http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33758 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33758 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Groundbreaking exhibition launches in Stockholm that immerses visitors in a world of new technology: Nissan to launch ground-breaking, future-facing exhibition at Norrmalmstorg in Stockholm; Exhibition will revolve around the zero-emission Nissan LEAF; Exhibition will be housed in an innovative structure designed by Jump Studios; Exhibition to feature additional content from Chris Levine, Hellicar amp; Lewis, TED and Masdar. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33678 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33678 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Vehicle-to-vehicle communications by Ford: Ford and the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) are partnering on a competition for undergraduate students to develop innovative applications that enhance vehicle safety and sustainability by using Vehicle-to-Vehicle communications; Multidisciplinary teams of students from across the Midwest will be encouraged to develop new and innovative applications that benefit all road users and all forms of transit; cars,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33679 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33679 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Toyota total hybrid sales: Global Cumulative Sales Surpass 4,600,000 Units http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33682 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33682 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST lt;Pgt;lt;FONT size=2gt;As of Nov. 8, 2012 - According to Toyota Motor Corp.lt;/FONTgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;FONT size=2gt;(from newest to oldest)lt;/FONTgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;2012lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Nov. - Redesigned Auris Hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan).lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Oct. - Cumulative hybrid vehicle sales in Japan top 2 million mark; cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales from January through October... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33700 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33700 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST ChargePoint DC Fast Charging: Manufacturer Unveils First Publicly Available DC Quick Charger on ChargePoint http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33706 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33706 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford's Flexible Michigan Assembly Plant Makes History by Launching C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid, Beating Toyota in Fuel Economy Across Lineup http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33710 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33710 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Hybrid cars safety: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently named the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion a Top Safety Pick for 2012; The all-new Fusion features the Personal Safety System, new safety belt technologies and a total of eight airbags which can provide protection for vehicle occupants in the event of a crash; Redesigned seat-mounted side airbags incorporate new venting technology to further enhance side impact protection. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33660 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33660 Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Electrovaya deals in India and Europe: MOU with Environ Energy in powering the Telecom Sector and Hero Eco for Two Wheelers in Europe, North America and India http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33673 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33673 Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Duke Energy to give $2 million to Palmetto Clean Energy (PaCE) http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33659 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33659 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Ford, Microsoft Celebrate Five Years of In-Car Connectivity Leadership with 5 Millionth SYNC-Equipped Vehicle http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33675 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33675 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Hertz Becomes First Car Rental Company To Introduce Mobile Wi-Fi Units In Australia http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33707 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33707 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CST Californians to benefit from the Nation's Most Comprehensive Electric Vehicle Fast-Charging Network to be built by NRG and eVgo http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33610 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33610 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT In its first full month of sales, Ford's new C-MAX Hybrid outsells Toyota Prius v, 3,182 units to 2,769. Ford sets record for hybrid sales in October with 4,612 units '" double October 2011 hybrid sales. C-MAX hybrids help Ford achieve strongest October small car sales in 11 years '"a total 25,493 vehicles for a 54 percent increase year over year. Nearly 70 percent of C-MAX Hybrid buyers are new to Ford, with 25 percent of sales in California as Ford continues to make in-roads on the coasts. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33628 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33628 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT Joe Freeman joins Evatran today as Director of Manufacturing, responsible for setting up manufacturing and assembly processes for Plugless Power wireless vehicle charging systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33633 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33633 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Fusion Launch Ads Show How All-New Sedan Sets Itself Apart from the Bland Competition http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33577 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33577 Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT November 1, 2012 Webinar The Essentials of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Sponsored by ChargePoint http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33578 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33578 Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT New $200 Million Powertrain Investment Will Create 200 Jobs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33579 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33579 Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Nov. 1, 2012-lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;STRONGgt;Our Perspectiveslt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;P align=centergt;lt;STRONGgt;Rick Schostek, SVP Honda of America Mfg., Inclt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;As we celebrate Honda's 30th year of making cars in the U.S., I am reminded of a story I was told by a Honda associate - that's what we call all our employees - at our auto plant... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33592 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33592 Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT Press preview in Munich marks the beginning of company's global rollout of Model S http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33627 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33627 Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 CDT City of Ottawa and Hydro Ottawa unveil electric car charging station at City Hall http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33538 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33538 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Enables Renewable Energy to be Reliably and Cost-Effectively Integrated into a Microgrid System. Optimizes the Cost of Microgrid Energy and Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Balancing the Use of Renewable and Fossil Fuel-Based Energy Resources. Provides an Easy-to-Use, Operator Interface Allowing Microgrid System Operators to Effectively Manage Operations and Make Maintenance Decisions Easier. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33541 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33541 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Cracker Barrel and eVgo Install Four New EV Fast-Charging Stations in Greater Houston http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33565 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33565 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Advanced Energy Partners with Ebara Field Tech for Sales and Service in Japan http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33566 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33566 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Service Solutions to launch an in-home vehicle and station installation program for Nissan LEAF and Chevrolet Volt owners who purchase Plugless Power wireless charging systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33567 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33567 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Milestone Coincides With Start of Production of All-New Avalon http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33568 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33568 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Announces Pricing for 2013 Avalon http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33626 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33626 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW Group takes top prize at the 2012 Corporate Entrepreneur Awards for premium car-sharing joint venture DriveNow. Jury impressed by willingness to trial new models of mobility. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33537 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33537 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Stuttgart/Berlin. Following its successful pilot launch in Stuttgart, the "moovel" mobility platform is set to conquer the German capital from today. The user-friendly app bundles the offers from various mobility providers to find the best way from A to B. "moovel" links private transportation and public transit. The launch version of the second pilot project provides offers from mitfahrgelegenheit.de, Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg GmbH (VBB) and, for the first time, car2go. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33539 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33539 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT American Honda today released "Every Drop Counts," the second in a series of short films on the initiatives of Honda associates to fulfill the company's vision for reducing Honda's environmental impact and creating a more sustainable business. Watch film now.lt;brgt;lt;brgt;The new film highlights a project undertaken by associates at Honda's Marysville, Ohio auto plant to capture and use the energy present in water falling from rooftop cooling towers. The project began as a simple... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33563 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33563 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Mon, Oct 29, 2012 - Cypress, California -lt;/STRONGgt; Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today announced that effective November 1, 2012, Gayu Uesugi will be appointed Chairman of Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA).lt;BRgt;Uesugi has been working as Executive Vice President andamp;nbsp;Head Officer of the Headquarters Product Projects amp;amp; Strategy Group where he oversaw product strategy and development, cost innovation control, and... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33564 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33564 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid: efficiency without sacrifice http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33475 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33475 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Rapidly Expanding Charging Options http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33489 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33489 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Evatran founder named Entrepreneur of the Year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33518 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33518 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Positions Company As a Leading Automotive Connectors Supplier. Accelerates Long-Term Sales and Earnings Growth http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33521 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33521 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Emergency assistance and tips offered as Hurricane Sandy moves north http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33459 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33459 Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Six months after launch: The Electric Circuit presents positive results http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33478 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33478 Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/DGGP6LZ0jCg" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;YOKOHAMA, Japanamp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;- Nissan has released the first television commercial for its global brand campaign on the Nissan LEAF. Through the global brand campaign "WHAT IF_" which launched June 1, Nissan aims to highlight iconic products and technologies that invigorate... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33525 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33525 Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;brgt;lt;brgt;lt;iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/7ZhoPe1X8KU" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" width="560"gt;lt;/iframegt;lt;brgt; lt;iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/d6DQkcPhLks" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" width="560"gt;lt;/iframegt; lt;bgt;lt;brgt;lt;brgt;lt;brgt;YOKOHAMA, Japan '" Oct. 25, 2012 '" lt;/bgt;A conventional steering system directs tire movements by transmitting steering inputs to the tires via a... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33540 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33540 Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT New Mitsubishi Motors Outlander: Fusion of world-class engineering and technology brings a "premium driving experience" with an emphasis on safety with "e-Assist" http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33419 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33419 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota celebrates 35 years of research and development in the United States http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33436 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33436 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT A new phase in The Electric Circuit partnership http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33476 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33476 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt" class=MsoNormalgt;lt;STRONGgt;Cypress, California, October 24, 2012 '"lt;/STRONGgt; Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) '" through its wholly-owned subsidiary Mitsubishi Motors Research amp;amp; Development of America, Inc. (MRDA) '" recently donated a Mitsubishi i-MiEV 100% electric-powered vehicle and provided important technical assistance to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in the organization's ongoing efforts to provide... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33400 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33400 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid qualifies for California carpool lane access and incentives up to $5,250 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33402 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33402 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Delphi technology presented 'Best of 2012 Innovation Award' from 'Initiative Mittelstand' in Germany http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33403 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33403 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;MUNICH, Germany '" October 23, 2012 '" Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) is strongly involved in a number of development and research projects on e-mobility, enabling Delphi design teams to develop new solutions and designs from the ground up. Together with the Bochum University for Applied Science, Delphi is working on the design of an electric city transport vehicle ready for series production, called the BOmobil. Pre-series models will be shown at the lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33404 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33404 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Delphi helps automakers navigate requirements of next-generation hybrids and electric vehicles. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33405 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33405 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Event marks installation of one of North America's largest commercial solar powered EV charging stations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33417 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33417 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ZPs7FTAKTxU" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Decherd, Tenn.amp;nbsp;'" Oct. 24, 2012amp;nbsp;'" The eMotor that powers the Nissan LEAF has more than one mile of copper wiring inside. Currently those motors are assembled in Japan. Soon, however, Nissan's eMotor will be produced in Decherd, Tenn., about 70 miles away from where... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33418 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33418 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Meet the mum who's made EV history http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33434 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33434 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT On behalf of The Electric Circuit, Hydro-Quebec to coordinate a second call for tenders for the deployment of public charging station http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33435 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33435 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;STRONGgt;Montreal,amp;nbsp;lt;ABBRgt;October 23, 2012lt;/ABBRgt;amp;nbsp;'"lt;/STRONGgt; The founding partners of The Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased that the City of Montreal is announcing its intention to join The Electric Circuit and roll-out public charging stations for electric vehicles on its territory in 2013. lt;Pgt;lt;/Pgt;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33458 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33458 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Electric Circuit is expanding http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33488 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33488 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Oct. 26, 2012 -lt;/STRONGgt; They are starting to become a visible part of Austin roadways, following you on the way to work down neighborhood streets and scooting past you in downtown traffic. Austin Energy is recognizing the popularity and growth in the use of two-wheel electric vehicles by offering incentives of $50 to $300 toward their purchase.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Incentives for the vehicles such as electric bikes have been offered... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33370 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33370 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Odyne and Altec partnership to broaden the deployment of energy efficient Odyne System solutions http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33406 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33406 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Another step for CAA-Quebec in the Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33368 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33368 Sat, 20 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT NASCAR's Clint Bowyer pushes technology edge with Prius Dream Build http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33343 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33343 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormalgt;Oct. 19, 2012 -lt;/Pgt; lt;P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormalgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormalgt;When recently asked why federal partners are reinforcing private investment in electric drive, Brian Wynne explained that dependence on imported petroleum is a threat to our national security and addressing it is squarely within the federal government's responsibility. Reinforcing... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33352 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33352 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan partners with State of Tennessee to add third vehicle shift to Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant workforce http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33367 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33367 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT General Motors blueprint summarizes waste-reduction strategies and global landfill-free program http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33407 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33407 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Safety, environment and comfort benefits of Honda's approach to Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33543 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33543 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Facility Will Provide Needed Space For Additional Growth http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33324 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33324 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT UQM-powered Proterra transit bus passes rigorous FTA new model bus testing program http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33347 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33347 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;Honda Ramp;amp;D Americas, Inc. (HRA) is responsible for creating advanced products and technologies that provide new value to Honda and Acura customers. HRA has the capability of "complete product creation" '" developing all-new products, starting from market and technology research and design-styling through engineering design, prototype fabrication and testing, local parts procurement, and support for mass production preparation. With major facilities in California, Ohio, North... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33297 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33297 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint new features: ChargePoint Connections - a groundbreaking business-to-consumer networking platform; Significant advances in station management and payment services for station owners; Improved experience with a great new look, intuitive dashboards and easy navigation http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33317 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33317 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Scion iQ EV arrives for campus and urban car-sharing programs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33318 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33318 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota powers-up first of its kind stationary fuel cell http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33252 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33252 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT e performance research project developed platform for electric cars; Close collaboration with experts from academia and industry; High-voltage battery as focal point of the project. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33282 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33282 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT GM Hamtramck plant gets $35 million investment for extended-range electric vehicle http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33293 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33293 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford C-MAX Energi tops all utility and compact vehicles with EPA-rated 620 mile range; triples Prius Plug-in's electric range http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33295 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33295 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;CHIBA, Japanamp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;- Nissan's self-driving and parking technology could revolutionize the way we drive.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/kflTwjGkPkc" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Picture this. You are driving into town in your Nissan LEAF zero-emission electric car, looking for somewhere to park. Pulling into an... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33296 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33296 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT A123 Systems Reaches Agreement to Sell Automotive Business Assets To Johnson Controls; A123 and its U.S. Subsidiaries File Voluntary Chapter 11 Petitions To Facilitate Transaction Process; Johnson Controls to Provide $72.5 Million in DIP Financing To Support A123's Continued Operations; A123 Actively Pursuing Strategic Alternatives for Grid, Commercial, Government and other Businesses and Operations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33369 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33369 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;P align=leftgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Raleigh, N.C. '" October 16, 2012 '"lt;/STRONGgt; Advanced Energy, a nonprofit committed to helping communities understand, plan-for and implement electric transportation initiatives, today released Version 1.0 of the lt;Igt;Residential Charging Station Installation Handbook for Single- and Multi-Family Homeowners and Renterslt;/Igt;. This new handbook will provide homeowners, renters, property managers, property owners,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33218 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33218 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Cumulative worldwide sales of Honda hybrid vehicles reaches 1 million units http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33220 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33220 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Toyota City, Japan, October 15, 2012'"Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will host a corporate display booth at the 19th ITSamp;nbsp;World Congress in Vienna, Austria from October 22 through October 26, 2012.lt;/STRONGgt;lt;BRgt;lt;BRgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;The ITS World Congress is the world's largest ITS-related international conference. amp;nbsp;Held annually in Europe, the Asia-Pacific and the Americas on a rotating basis, the congress invites ITS-related groups... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33253 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33253 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Prius adds Persona series special edition http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33258 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33258 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT CODA Automotive, the all-electric car company, provides relief from high gas prices with its gasoline engine alternative vehicle and free miles promotion through a $552 rebate http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33266 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33266 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Latest in EVSE-RS home charging line plugs into a dedicated 240 Volt outlet for easy installation; Secure installation allows for use at a vacation home, second home or seamless relocation to a new home; Now available for immediate delivery at Amazon.com http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33353 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33353 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT SAE International releases new fast-charging http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33542 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33542 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;bgt;Princeton, NJ USA (October 15, 2012) '"lt;/bgt; Rockwood Lithium, a division of Rockwood Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ROC), announced that prices for butyllithium will be increased by 4 to 6 percent, effective today, as contracts permit.lt;brgt;lt;brgt;"The company is taking this action to recover the increased costs for raw materials," said Dr. Gerd Michael Kraemer, Vice President Global Marketing and Ramp;amp;D of Rockwood Lithium. "Prices for lithium-based raw material as well as... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33215 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33215 Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford plant that produces Focus Electric receives ASSEMBLY Magazine Plant of the Year award. Michigan Assembly Plant (MAP) is the first plant in Michigan and the first auto plant to earn Plant of the Year honors from ASSEMBLY Magazine. ASSEMBLY Magazine cites MAP's flexible, green manufacturing and transformation from producing large SUVs to fuel-efficient small cars. Following a $550-million transformation, MAP now produces the Focus, Focus ST and Focus Electric, and is ramping up production... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33216 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33216 Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Turning over a new LEAF http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33217 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33217 Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;OSLO, Norway '" Nissan's Future: Today exhibition opened this week in the Norwegian capital, with a gathering of Nissan LEAF owners due in the city's main square on Friday night for a special event.lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Check out the video for a behind-the-scenes look at the event.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/mLkltKU2X14" frameBorder=0 width=560... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33139 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33139 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford C-MAX Energi is America's most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid with U.S. EPA-certified 108 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) in the city. C-MAX Energi achieves a best-in-class combined EPA-certified rating of 100 MPGe, topping the Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid combined rating by 5 MPGe, which the EPA says will help customers save nearly $7,000 in fuel costs in five years. A Californian facing record $5-per-gallon gasoline and turning in an average 23-mpg vehicle for a C-MAX Energi would pay... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33157 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33157 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Societe des Etablissements de Plein Air du Quebec joins The Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33158 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33158 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Intertek research demonstrates technology that can reduce carbon monoxide from a generator http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33110 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33110 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT All-new Lincoln MKZ offers more standard features, lower price than new Lexus ES 350 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33124 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33124 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company demonstrates a prototype carbon fibre bonnet that could cut vehicle weight and improve fuel economy; Ford Focus carbon fibre prototype bonnet weighs more than 50 percent less than steel version with production times significantly reduced by new processes that can also be applied to other components; Ford European Research Centre involvement in the Hightech.NRW research project follows Ford partnership with Dow Automotive Systems to research advanced material usage,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33125 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33125 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Now available for European market, ChargePoint offers support for OCPP - Open Charge Point Protocol http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33111 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33111 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Turbocharged Jetta Hybrid sets SCTA H/PS production car record, averaging 186.313 mph over two runs'"on 1.4 liters! Car sets another fastest hybrid time, passing 300 km/h with a run at 187.147 mph. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33112 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33112 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Travel restrictions apply, or do they? How far can an electric vehicle travel? http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33113 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33113 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota brings hybrids to the living room as first automaker on HSN http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33114 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33114 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Innovations include gasoline direct injection with compression ignition and light-weight power electronics for hybrids http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33115 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33115 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT BYD and Enerpoint jointly develop energy storage market in Italy http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33068 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33068 Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Show the cost of Chevrolet Volt charging with OnStar's new EcoHub connected app http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33069 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33069 Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford targets Prius, non-hybrid owners by redrawing popular classic animated character in new C-MAX ads http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33042 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33042 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mercedes-Benz posts sales records in September and Q3 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33057 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33057 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;In a little over two weeks, Canada's Premier event for electric mobility, EV 2012 VE Conference and Trade Show, will open at the Palais des congregrave;s de Montreal. It runs from October 23 to 26.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;EV 2012 VE Conference and Trade Show is a partner conference with EDTA.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Full details can be found on the lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33058 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33058 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;EDTA just updated electric drive sales numbers through September 2012. To view the online monthly dashboard, click lt;A href="http://electricdrive.org/index.php?ht=d/sp/i/20952/pid/20952" target=_blankgt;lt;STRONGgt;herelt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Agt;. lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;A href="http://electricdrive.org/index.php?ht=d/Releases/cat_id/28829/pid/11064" target=_blankgt;lt;STRONGgt;amp;gt;amp;gt; More... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33070 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33070 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;PARISamp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;- Some people have funny ideas. On the eve of the Paris Motor Show we asked a number of Parisians a few questions about electric vehicles. Their answers varied from the almost right to the completely wrong!lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/gnhzxzAhlpQ" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;We decided the best way to... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33071 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33071 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/kflTwjGkPkc" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;CHIBA, Japanamp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;'" There's a growing trend in consumer electronics and IT: cars.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Japan's largest showcase of electronics and information technology, CEATEC, kicked off with three carmakers displaying products in... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33023 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33023 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT VW Jetta Hybrid offers competitive pricing, excellent fuel economy, and the fun-to-drive nature expected of a Volkswagen. Jetta Hybrid starts at $24,995*, with SE priced from $26,990; Most fuel-efficient Jetta in the lineup with manufacturer estimated combined fuel economy of 45 mpg** ; World's first hybrid to use a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission; Fastest compact hybrid in its class with an estimated 0-60 mph of less than 9.0 seconds; Drives as a full EV at speeds of up to 44... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33024 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33024 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT ECOtality is the first in the industry to reach this milestone of 1 million charge events with its Blink network http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33028 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33028 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/XKIr3qXtKEM" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;PARISlt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;'" Renault-Nissan Alliance CEO Carlos Ghosn and Daimler's CEO Dieter Zetsche held their annual press conference last Friday Sept. 28 at the Paris Motor Show to update on the Alliance-Daimler strategic partnership, which began in April 2010.lt;/Pgt;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33076 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33076 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UdZsWn4CKyA" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Watch how Toyota engineers bring our safety practices and standards to a whole new high voltage level.lt;/Pgt; http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33116 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33116 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT New UPS hybrid delivery vehicles to be deployed in Baltimore and Atlanta providing improved fuel economy, lower carbon emissions http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33013 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT New 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium blends unsurpassed fuel efficiency with premium amenities http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33025 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33025 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT UQM now has customers on four continents; All-electric and hybrid vehicle sales in China are projected to reach 5M units by 2020 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33027 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33027 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Total sales up 1.5 percent http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33043 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33043 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT The U.S. Army's $7 billion renewable energy plan and the opportunity for energy storage http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33046 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33046 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota electric record on the legendary 20.8 km Nuuml;rburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany. Lap time of 7 mins 22.329 secs. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33053 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33053 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Toyota City, Japan, October 1, 2012'"Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), in cooperation with the Toyota City municipal government, transportation companies and otherslt;SUPgt;1lt;/SUPgt;, began tests here today of an optimized urban transportation system called "Ha:mo"lt;SUPgt;2lt;/SUPgt;. amp;nbsp;The system will select optimal means of transport for users based on the operational status of public transport systems and traffic conditions. amp;nbsp;Vehicle-sharing... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32963 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32963 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Wolfgang Hatz ends dual function and focuses on his responsibilities on Board of Management of Porsche AG http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32964 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32964 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Daimler and Renault-Nissan Alliance partner on fuel-efficient engines and transmissions. Original projects remain on track as partnership expands globally http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32974 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32974 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota and Lexus honor the entertainment industry's Environmental excellence at the 22nd Annual Environmental Media Awards http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33045 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33045 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;A href="http://www.teslamotors.com/" target=_blankgt;Tesla Motors, Inc.lt;/Agt;amp;nbsp;(NASDAQ: TSLA)announced today that it has priced and fully allocated its follow-on offering of 6,925,740 shares of common stock at a price to the public of $28.25 per share. In addition, Tesla has granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,038,861 shares of common stock. All shares are being offered by Tesla. The closing of the offering is expected to take... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33052 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33052 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Smart INSECT is an ultra-compact, single-passenger electric vehicle with motion sensors, voice recognition and behavior prediction. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32903 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32903 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Dow Kokam provides energy-dense lithium-ion batteries to bring NEOMA from concept to reality http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32908 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32908 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Audi provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, along with automotive and drive concepts, through its Audi crosslane coupe concept car. This vehicle is an entirely new fusion of technology, engineering and design, and provides pointers to the design language of Audi's future Q models. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32955 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32955 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Fusion: All-new 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid delivers EPA-certified 47 mpg city and 47 mpg highway for a 47 mpg combined rating, with Active Noise Cancellation technology; Fusion Hybrid engineers tuned the gasoline engine more efficiently in rpm ranges that typically produce unpleasant powertrain sounds, now suppressed by an advanced noise cancellation system to give driver and passengers a quiet ride http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32960 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32960 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell ready for public amp; private fleets http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32962 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32962 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV press information http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32968 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32968 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Innovation and excitement - Nissan brings its brand message to life at the Paris Motor Show; TeRRA fuel cell electric vehicle takes center stage after global unveil Nissan Executive Vice President Andy Palmer and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura lead the presentation of Nissan's vision of a Zero Emission future; Images and video showing the Nissan Paris Motor Show press conference now live http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32969 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32969 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT First Canadian Nissan LEAF owner reflects on a year of 21,800 km, emission-free driving http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33146 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33146 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Honda's European president announces new additions to Civic range http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32829 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32829 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electrovaya's Energy Cell Exceeds 200Wh/kg; unique non-toxic production process http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32830 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32830 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Pulaski High School now believed to be first in the nation with these classroom tools http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32806 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32806 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT New Chargepoint electric vehicle charging stations throughout San Francisco, Burlingame and Oakland to support a unique premium car-sharing service http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32807 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32807 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;In an ongoing effort to be "a company that society wants to exist,"amp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;lt;A href="http://www.honda.com/"gt;lt;STRONGgt;American Honda Motor Co, Inclt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Agt;lt;STRONGgt;. today announced its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)amp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;lt;A href="http://csr.honda.com/what-we-believe-our-csr-statement/"gt;lt;STRONGgt;Statementlt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Agt;lt;STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;for North America and the launch of... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32809 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32809 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;EMgt;NB: this post was initially published on A123 Systems' blog lt;/EMgt;lt;A href="http://info.a123systems.com/blog/bid/158802/Vehicle-to-Grid-An-Intriguing-but-Challenging-Opportunity?utm_source=feedburneramp;amp;utm_medium=feedamp;amp;utm_campaign=Feed%3A+a123systems%2Fblog+%28A123+Systems+Blog%29" target=_blankgt;lt;EMgt;herelt;/EMgt;lt;/Agt;lt;EMgt;.lt;/EMgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Asamp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33044 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33044 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;A href="http://www.teslamotors.com/" target=_blankgt;Tesla Motors, Inc.lt;/Agt;amp;nbsp;(NASDAQ: TSLA) announced today a follow-on offering of 4,344,930 shares of its common stock. All 4,344,930 shares are being offered by the company. In addition, the company has granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 651,740 shares of common stock.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Additionally, as a part of this offering, Elon Musk, Tesla's... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32770 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32770 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Two Citaro G BlueTec Hybrid buses go to Offenburg; Added comfort with transmission-free four-wheel drive; Electric, emission-free and virtually noiseless over urban routes of up to 10 km in length; Hybrid drive makes electric driving in the pedestrian zone possible http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32777 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32777 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT TMC Announces Status of Its Environmental Technology Development, Future Plans http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32788 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32788 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Aeroports de Montreal Joins The Electric Circuit http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32800 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32800 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Drive the Model S electric car anywhere in the country on pure sunlight for free http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32805 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32805 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/3bKH0ZqLJ_s" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Franklin, Tenn.lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;'" No gas. No tail pipe. Fun to drive. This is commentary heard from electric vehicle owners at events throughout the U.S. on Sunday, Sept. 23, in support of the second annual National Plug In Day.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;For the celebration,... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32907 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32907 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT 15 Vehicles to be delivered in spring 2013; Toward a carbon-free Danish capital by 2025 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32961 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32961 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Increased use of lightweight metal can help improve fuel economy, performance http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32804 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32804 Sun, 23 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Owners get charged up over National Plug in Day http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32749 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32749 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan e-NV200 Electrifies Hanover http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32750 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32750 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Tiramizoo and Daimler: Strategic partnership with the pioneer in the field of online services for local urban deliveries; Daimler has acquired a minority interest; Networking of local urban mobility and transport services creates comprehensive and efficient portfolio. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32751 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32751 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Summary of Honda's CEO Speech on September 21, 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32759 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32759 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT As car production ramps up, Tesla Motors, the electric car maker announces ten more store openings for 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32773 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32773 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT How many Nissan LEAF sold, and how many miles driven? 37,000 Nissan LEAF owners have driven more than 100 million gas-free miles since the vehicle's launch in December 2010. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32748 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32748 Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Calling All LEAF Owners: Nissan Supports Second Annual Plug In Day http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32753 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32753 Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Sherbrooke region becomes an electric community http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32710 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32710 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT 100% Electric Nissan e-NV200: Nissan and FedEx first worked together in December 2011, testing e-NV200 commercial vehicle prototypes in London, UK and later in July 2012 in Yokohama, Japan. Test programs to extend to other countries such as Singapore, USA and Brazil. Trial results and feedback will continue to shape the development of the all-electric urban delivery compact van and related software. FedEx Express and Nissan are both committed to reducing CO2 emissions and improving the... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32712 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32712 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Michigan Recognizes GM's Local Environmental Leadership http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32713 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32713 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Totalcarscore.com names Nissan Leaf the best car for commuting http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32714 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32714 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT 24th AVL Conference Engine and Environment in Graz http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32715 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32715 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Mobile EVSE - Chargerlt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;The Australian Business Awards are delighted to recognise Club Assist as recipients of The Australian Business Award for Product Innovation for the research and development of the Mobile Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) charger.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;The achievement of Club Assist in their research and development of their Mobile Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) charger... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32752 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32752 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Automotive supplier showcases innovations in lightweight frame and hybrid technology for commercial vehicles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32678 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32678 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;NB: this story by Leo McCloskey,amp;nbsp;Vice President, Marketing at Airbiquity was initially published in lt;A href="http://www.automotiveworld.com/news/manufacturing-and-logistics/96001-smart-connectivity-the-automobile-evolves-again" target=_blankgt;automotiveworldlt;/Agt;.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Monday, September 17, 2012 -lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Without discounting the real value of rapid, informed... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32679 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32679 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Celebrating 2nd Annual Plug-In Day 2012: ChargePoint Offering Electric Vehicle Drivers Free ChargePoint Cards http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32680 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32680 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Johnson Controls Florence Recycling Center opens on schedule with strong community support http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32684 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32684 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan electric vehicles at Paris Motor Show: http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32685 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32685 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;SAITAMA, Japanamp;nbsp;'" At the Ramp;amp;D Center and headquarters of supplier Calsonic Kansei, Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn expressed confidence in the company's growth and cost leadership, as the two work in tandem to keep production in Japan in check, from Nissan GT-Rs to EVs.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Q1: Cost control is often won with deep cooperation from suppliers. How are Calsonic Kansei and other firms facilitating this while ensuring... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32695 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32695 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford announces new Fusion Hybrid attains EPA-certified 47 mpg city and 47 mpg highway for a 47 mpg combined rating, making it America's most fuel-efficient sedan. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32696 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32696 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Fusion Certified As America's Most Fuel-Efficient Midsize Sedan http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32646 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32646 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Smart forstars: world premiere at the Paris Motor Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32647 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32647 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT EV sound: Delphi technology presented 'Best of 2012 Innovation Award' from 'Initiative Mittelstand' in Germany for Delphi Automotive's innovative Vehicle Sound Generator for electric vehicles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32648 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32648 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Johnson Controls is one of a few select companies in the auto parts sector lauded for its sustainability efforts by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32649 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32649 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;H1gt;lt;FONT size=2 face=Verdanagt;Sep. 17, 2012 -lt;/FONTgt;lt;/H1gt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;TABLE border=1gt; lt;TBODYgt; lt;TRgt; lt;TDgt;lt;Ugt;lt;STRONGgt;Modellt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Ugt;lt;/TDgt; lt;TDgt;lt;Ugt;lt;STRONGgt;Transmissionlt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Ugt;lt;/TDgt; lt;TDgt;lt;Ugt;lt;STRONGgt;MSRP*lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Ugt;lt;/TDgt; lt;TDgt;lt;Ugt;lt;STRONGgt;EPA**lt;BRgt;City/Hwy/Combined... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32656 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32656 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Three key things about the Lexus hybrid coupe: LF-CC displays the latest evolution of the L-finesse design language and signature spindle grille, to be reflected in future Lexus D-Segment vehicles. Announces the market launch of a mid-size coupe in the near future. Features a new 2.5 litre full hybrid powertrain with class-leading CO2 emissions, which will be introduced soon in the Lexus model range. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32657 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32657 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32658 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32658 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Odyne's Advanced Hybrid Propulsion System Featured On a Ford Chassis Reduces Fuel Consumption By Up To 50% http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32660 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32660 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Dee Strand, a Research Fellow for Dow Energy Materials, will present a live AIChE webinar on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 from 2:00-3:00PM ET titled: Failure Mechanisms in Lithium Ion Batteries: Opportunities for Materials Development.lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;This presentation will focus on the primary failure mechanisms for lithium ion batteries, as well as how those mechanisms are affected by the selection of materials within... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32618 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32618 Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;MONTREAL, Sept. 14, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Hydro-Quebec and Plug'nDrive Ontario are pleased to announce a joint working group to plan the roll-out of an electric vehicle (EV) public charging infrastructure between Quebec and Ontario, to offer cross-border charging stations. lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Hydro-Quebec and Plug'nDrive Ontario believe that the rollout of a public charging infrastructure is needed to... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32624 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32624 Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Munich.amp;nbsp;With the new BMW Concept Active Tourer, BMW presents a vehicle at the 2012 Paris Motor Show which is the first in the premium compact segment to combine comfort and space functionality with dynamic performance and style. Annual growth rates of up to five per cent are expected in the small car and compact segment of the premium class in the years to come. For this reason, the BMW Concept Active Tourer is a key component in the ongoing development of the... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32603 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32603 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford li-ion batteries in Fusing hybrid and C-Max hybrid reduce use of rare earth metals. New projected 47-mpg Ford Fusion Hybrid and EPA-certified 47-mpg C-MAX Hybrid feature lighter, more efficient, more powerful lithium-ion batteries that are expected to reduce Ford's use of expensive, rare earth metals by up to 500,000 pounds annually. Dysprosium, the most expensive rare earth metal used in Ford vehicles, is reduced by approximately 50 percent in new Fusion and C-MAX hybrids' electric... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32609 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32609 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT H. Ravi Brar named new ECOtality CEO http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32610 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32610 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota RAV 4 EV EPA rated driving range of 103 miles and 76 MPGe combined, with special financing amp; lease program available, on sale the week of September 24th, 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32611 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32611 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT World's most sustainable automotive company for eighth consecutive year. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32612 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32612 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electrovaya increases its ownership to 99.6% of the shares of Miljoslash;bil Grenland AS, an European Lithium Ion Battery Company http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32623 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32623 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;A href="http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/2013+toyota+highlander+hybrid+product+specs.download" target=_blankgt;Click here to download this articlelt;/Agt;.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;A href="http://electricdrive.org/index.php?ht=d/Releases/cat_id/28829/pid/11064" target=_blankgt;amp;gt;amp;gt; Read more news articleslt;/Agt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32625 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32625 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;DECHERD, Tenn.amp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;'" It isn't everyday that you find a 30-year-old engineer leading a first-of-its-kind sustainability project for one of the world's leading automotive brands.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UNGS6o-EeIU" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Coral Kanies, manager of electric motor production at Nissan, has a... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32584 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32584 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Over 6000 Toyota Plug-In Hybrids Sold After 6 Months. Customers Maximizing EV Range for Savings. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32589 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32589 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan TeRRA SUV Concept: Nissan-developed fuel cell vehicle opens path to future zero-emission SUV featuring electric 3-motor AWD. Compact SUV exterior design expresses athletic eco-appeal with "Modern Toughness" that's confident off-road or in the city. Unique seating layout and material fusion set a new paradigm in SUV category. Portable instrument cluster creates seamless digital space. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32593 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32593 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Research places GMamong top 20 commercial users of solar power. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32594 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32594 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT General Motors, GM, was named the Green Corporate Citizen. Highlights from GM environmental programs. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32595 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32595 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Survey: Americans go slower, choose greener goods like new Fusion EcoBoost with $295 auto start-stop technology http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32596 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32596 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT International car manufacturers join forces in the name of hydrogen! http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32597 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32597 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Watch how Toyota engineers carefully craft the RAV4 EV driving experience using sight, sound and touch.lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/W4Dre1U6g_4" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;A... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32571 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32571 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Complete Solution Provider Demonstrates Continued Leadership in Delivering Lowest Possible LCOE http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32573 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32573 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT 'Tekked-Out Prius' Puts Bowyer in Another Chase'"to Win Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33219 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/33219 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Introducing the All-Electric CODA http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32570 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32570 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford celebrates opening of a new era at Flat Rock Assembly Plant, new U.S. production home of the 2013 Ford Fusion as well as the iconic Mustang Supporting its Fusion production growth plans, Ford is adding 1,200 jobs, a second production shift, and investing $555 million, taking full management control of the former AutoAlliance International plant. Upgraded Flat Rock Assembly Plant will feature a state-of-the-art, fully flexible body shop and an upgraded paint shop with an environmentally... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32551 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32551 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/eA77wRNBjek" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreengt;lt;/IFRAMEgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;SENDAI, Japanlt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;'" Nissan's LEAF Nismo RC went electric vehicle racing at Japan's Sportsland Sugo circuit on September 2, in the Sugo 50km EV race.lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;Check out the video above to learn more about the challenges of... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32552 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32552 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;SHENZHEN CHINA - Sep 7th, 2012:lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;Recently, MEA, the Thailand power company, has placed an orderfor 3 pure electric vehicles from BYD. This is BYD's first new energyamp;nbsp;vehicle business order in Thailand,adding a new domain for its global business area.lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;MEA is one of the three largest... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32558 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32558 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Tesla Model S press release: Electric car maker showcases sedan's advanced electric powertrain at Asia stores http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32559 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32559 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Through Twitter, Nissan Canada is offering free rides to festival goers during the first weekend of Toronto International Film Festival in the fully-electric Nissan LEAF http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32518 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32518 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford presents new Ford Mondeo with four-door Hybrid Electric Vehicle model http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32519 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32519 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Allison Transmission Demonstrates How Automatics Reduce Driver Distraction http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32550 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32550 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT OnStar to Offer Services in Mexico in 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32506 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32506 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electrovaya Inc. today announced that it has acquired 71.6% of the shares of Miljoslash;bil Grenland AS, bringing Electrovaya's shareholding to 78.1% of Miljoslash;bil Grenland AS, a European Lithium Ion Battery Company. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32509 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32509 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT TVA Among Top Utilities for Economic Development for Seventh Straight Year http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32520 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32520 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;ULgt; lt;LIgt;lt;Bgt;Development of alternative-fuel powertrainslt;/Bgt;lt;/LIgt;lt;/ULgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;ULgt; lt;LIgt;lt;Bgt;Hybrid and FCEV vehicles are main focus for companylt;/Bgt;lt;/LIgt;lt;/ULgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;ULgt; lt;LIgt;lt;Bgt;Real-world testing taking place in Korealt;/Bgt;lt;/LIgt;lt;/ULgt;... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32548 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32548 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Together with premiere of European version of MMC's new global compact car for one-two eco-punch http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32555 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32555 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Benefits Include Lower Operating Costs, Less Dependence on Traditional Fuels http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32557 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32557 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid: Honda's first plug-in hybrid combines extensive standard features and estimated driving range over 500 miles http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32478 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32478 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT Volt posting best-ever monthly sales. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32498 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32498 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT NRG Energy Request For Proposals (RFP) for first 20 DC chargers at California Freedom Station EV charging sites http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32556 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32556 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;CHARLOTTE, N.C.lt;/LOCATIONgt;,amp;nbsp;lt;CHRONgt;Sept. 4, 2012lt;/CHRONgt;amp;nbsp;/PRNewswire/ --amp;nbsp;lt;ORG idsrc="xmltag.org" value="NYSE:FMC"gt;FMC Corporationlt;/ORGgt;amp;nbsp;announced today the appointment ofamp;nbsp;lt;PERSONgt;Eric W. Norrislt;/PERSONgt;amp;nbsp;asamp;nbsp;manager, Lithium Division.amp;nbsp;lt;/STRONGgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;STRONGgt;lt;/STRONGgt;amp;nbsp;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;lt;/Pgt; lt;Pgt;"Eric is a... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32510 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32510 Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Honda Begins Lease Sales of Fit EV in Japan http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32377 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32377 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Fuel Cell Technologies Program has issued an RFI seeking feedback from interested stakeholders regarding the current and near-term status and availability of high-accuracy meters that can perform under hydrogen fueling conditions and meet measurement accuracy requirements. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32378 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32378 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The revitalized Senate Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Caucus held its inaugural meeting, titled "Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Briefing: Celebrating a Clean Energy American Success Story," on July 18. Co-chaired by Senators Blumenthal, Graham, Hoeven, and Coons, the goal of the Caucus is to help Senators and Hill staffers get information on fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, including their role in creating jobs and making a difference across the country today. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32383 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32383 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Watch Toyota's latest "behind the scenes" video to find out how engineers saved energy -- and ultimately range -- while designing the new 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32395 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32395 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan North America Inc. announced Tuesday it has donated two Nissan LEAF cars and three charging stations to Middle Tennessee State University to promote the use of electric-vehicle technology. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32396 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32396 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The 2013 Buick Regal luxury sport sedan arrives at dealerships this fall with a standard advanced eAssist powertrain and 36 highway mpg. Two powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engines give Regal one of the most technologically advanced engine ranges in the brand's history. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32500 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32500 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Tomasz Poznar to Head Global Business Unit to Develop and Expand Offerings to Address Customers' Needs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32381 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32381 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Muuml;nster in Westphalia, which, since 2004, can boast the title of the world's most liveable city, officially inaugurated its first hybrid bus line on 27 August 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32382 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32382 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; font-family: arial; font-size: small; "gt;lt;bgt;Stuttgart (August 28, 2012) -lt;/bgt;lt;/spangt;lt;div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; "gt;lt;font face="arial" size="2"gt;lt;bgt;lt;brgt;lt;/bgt;lt;/fontgt;lt;/divgt;lt;divgt;lt;div style="text-align: center;"gt;lt;img src="http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/a/GetImageAction/i/31510"gt;lt;/divgt;lt;div style="text-align: center;"gt;lt;font size="1"... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32384 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32384 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint, the Electric Vehicle Charging Network Leader, Recognized for Potential to Transform the Future of Business and Society http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32379 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32379 Mon, 27 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Fourteen months after the company and the government of Puerto Rico signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore and foster the future introduction of electric vehicles in Puerto Rico, Nissan prepares the 2013 retail launch of the first and best-selling 100 percent electric vehicle (EV) in the world, the Nissan LEAF. With this step, Puerto Rico will become the first Latin American market where the Nissan LEAF is sold in retail showrooms. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32299 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32299 Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Regional pioneer: using the first hybrid drive truck to be mass-produced in Europe http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32331 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32331 Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Financial Services (TFS), in partnership with Toyota Motor Sales, is excited to announce that the new Prius c is the first hybrid vehicle option available to recent college graduates who want to take advantage of the company's College Grad Rebate Program. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32286 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32286 Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The founding partners of The Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to announce the signing of a partnership agreement with Auberge Internationale du Temiscouata for the installation of a public charging station for electric vehicles in its parking lot by the end of September. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32293 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32293 Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Includes Real Power, Vermont Energy Investment Corporation and Northern Virginia Community College http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32347 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32347 Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Cash acquisition of Talison Lithium by Rockwood Lithium http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32350 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32350 Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The all-new Lexus 2013 GS 450h continues to be a leader in the hybrid-powered luxury sport sedan category it created six years ago. Combining bold, dynamic styling, precise handling, 338 total system horsepower, and a spacious interior, the GS 450h offers the best of all worlds with its performance, connectivity and comfort features. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32245 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32245 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), in cooperation with major United States utility company Duke Energy and non-profit industry initiative Energy Systems Network* (ESN), will participate in a joint smart-grid pilot project in Indiana, the United States. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32348 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32348 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT GE Capital Fleet Services today announced the launch of a new eco-focused website that provides access to the company's depth of knowledge regarding alternative fuels and related sustainable products. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32184 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32184 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The BMW Group has now extended its premium car sharing program DriveNow to the US. DriveNow starts out in San Francisco with 70 electric vehicles. The innovative mobile parking solution, ParkNow, will debut in the Californian city in September. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32190 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32190 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Stuttgart '" Mercedes-Benz and smart build the most exciting vehicles: this is the conclusion suggested by the results of the latest design competitions. With the "2012 Green GOOD DESIGN" award, the "Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design" has paid tribute to the one-off Mercedes-Benz BIOME and smart forvision vehicles, as well as the smart ebike. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32193 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32193 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Texans now have even more reason to test drive an electric car http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32199 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32199 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will carry out a series of verification tests in Aichi Prefecture, Japan from November 2012 to March 2013 to assess various practicalities of the widespread deployment of standard chargers1 for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32237 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32237 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The 2013 model year marks the sixth generation of the Lexus ES luxury sedan and the introduction of the first-ever, ES 300h with Lexus Hybrid Drive. The ES 300h features the signature Lexus spindle grille, a progressive new design and enhanced handling. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32349 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32349 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT General Motors will help drive a critical phase of vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications technology development by providing eight specially equipped vehicles for a year of real-world testing. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32352 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32352 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company's commitment to development and deployment of vehicle-to-vehicle communications extends to a real-world test site in Ann Arbor, Mich. The test is part of an experiment with the U.S. Department of Transportation and the University of Michigan that will enable future developments in traffic safety and technology. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32154 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32154 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT All-new 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid delivers EPA-certified 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway ratings '" 7 mpg better than Toyota Prius v on the highway '" for a 47 mpg combined rating http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32166 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32166 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Lithium-Ion battery to power XL Hybrids' Class 1 to 3 commercial vehicle hybrid electric powertrain http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32169 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32169 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The new Auris will debut at the Paris Motor Show as the first step in Toyota's product offensive in the C-segment http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32187 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32187 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT New car sharing program available to San Francisco residents http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32240 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32240 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The American Chemistry Council (ACC) is proud to support member company BASF in the company's efforts to save energy and enhance sustainability through vehicle efficiency with its smart forvision concept vehicle, a collaboration with automotive company Daimler. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32277 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32277 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT On a visit to the VEIC offices today, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders discussed work that is currently being done by utilities to implement smart grid technology in Vermont. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32351 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32351 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company once again raises the hybrid fuel-economy bar with the all-new Ford C-MAX Hybrid, which is now officially EPA-certified at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined '" beating Toyota Prius v by up to 7 mpg. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32117 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32117 Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Motor Trend magazine writer Carlos Lago runs 185 mph (298 kph) in turbocharged Jetta Hybrid to set Hybrid Speed Record at the Bonneville Salt Flats http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32158 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32158 Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT This year, Infiniti's team unveiled the new Infiniti Emerg-e for the first time in North America. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32114 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32114 Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Inspired 402-HP Range-Extended Electric Sports Car Concept Shares Stage with Infiniti LE Concept, Red Bull Racing F1 Showcar and New IPL G Convertible http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32090 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32090 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford's Investment in Electrification Center of Excellence Delivers New Jobs, Better Fuel Economy, More Choice http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32098 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32098 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT New capabilities will improve knowledge of available battery chemistries http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32380 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32380 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) today announced pricing for Model S in Canada. Canadian customers can choose from one of three battery pack sizes, with the base 40 kWh battery pack Model S starting at $64,500 Canadian dollars (CAD) before provincial tax rebates, as may be available. Model S with the 60 kWh battery pack and 85 kWh battery pack will start at $75,200 and $85,900 CAD respectively. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32072 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32072 Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT World's First Integrated Wind-Powered Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installed in Barcelona http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32049 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32049 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT TOYOTA Motorsport GmbH (TMG) has made another step forward for electric vehicles by setting a new electric record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado, United States. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32075 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32075 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Program ensures Canadians can buy the most proven, most popular hybrids with confidence http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32084 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32084 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Canada providing 2012 Nissan LEAF in support of National Tree Day http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32107 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32107 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) saw its 2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) electric vehicle racing team achieve an impressive debut on the difficult 12.42 mile long, 156 corner mountainside race course by recording a second-place finish in the Electric Vehicle class with its Mitsubishi i-MiEV Evolution with a lap time of 10 minutes, 30.850 seconds. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32046 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32046 Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT August 16 '" 19: North American Debut of the Infiniti EMERG-E Concept and Cooking Demonstrations with Celebrity Chefs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32078 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32078 Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT More than 200 Vermonters turned out yesterday to learn more about electric vehicles and test drive them on the streets of Burlington. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31996 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31996 Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Want to see '" and drive '" the future of the automobile, today? Drivers who join Toyota Canada in downtown Toronto on August 12 can do just that. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31999 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31999 Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT US DOE re-charging efforts to make electric vehicle batteries cheaper, lighter http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32041 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/32041 Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Intelligent camera/monitor system ensures an ideal view http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31928 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31928 Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT A123 Systems Announces Non-Binding Memorandum of Understanding With Wanxiang Group Corporation for Strategic Investment http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31899 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31899 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company once again raises the hybrid fuel-economy bar with the all-new Ford C-MAX Hybrid, which is now officially EPA-certified at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined '" beating Toyota Prius v by up to 7 mpg. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31905 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31905 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT All-new Ford C-MAX Energi delivers the top electric-only speed of any plug-in hybrid '" 85 mph '" more than 20 mph higher than Toyota Prius plug-in; unique EV mode button allows customers to deliver electric power on-demand http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31931 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31931 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Linschoten announced as victor of Nissan's 100 day, The Big Turn On Campaig http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31878 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31878 Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan has unveiled a bold new vision for the future of the London 'black cab' and its 300,000 daily users - the Nissan NV200 London Taxi. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31846 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31846 Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW, Official Automotive Partner to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is keeping the Games moving with a range of fully electric vehicles as part of the fleet. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31806 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31806 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford's Van Dyke Transmission Plant adds hybrid transmission capacity thanks to a new, flexible assembly line supporting Ford C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, Fusion Hybrid, Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31839 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31839 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT 0-60 MPH in Seven Seconds World's Most Aerodynamic SUV http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31851 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31851 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT The founding partners of The Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to announce the signing of a partnership agreement with the borough of Saint-Laurent for the installation of about ten public charging stations in its municipal and commercial parking lots by fall 2013. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31762 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31762 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the new Serena S-HYBRID, which goes on sale today nationwide at Nissan dealers throughout Japan. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31796 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31796 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CDT Infiniti Emerg-e, the brand's first range-extended, mid-engined electric sports car concept, has won a prestigious award from the German Design Council. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31724 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31724 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW of North America today announced that it will partner with Green Mountain Energy Company to offer drivers of the BMW ActiveE the choice to support renewable energy for their cars. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31790 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31790 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT As a founding partner of The Electric Circuit, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) is proud to launch public charging stations for electric vehicles at its park-and-ride facilities. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31793 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31793 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Daimler to present its prize for the best electric drive system for the third time http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31668 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31668 Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The founding partners of the Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to announce the signing of a partnership agreement with Place des Arts for the installation of four public charging stations in its underground parking lot. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31671 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31671 Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford is making sure its customers can take advantage of the rapidly growing electric vehicle infrastructure in the U.S. '" now with more than 9,400 public charging stations '" by equipping cars like C-MAX Energi with batteries that can charge in as little as 2.5 hours and offering an app that is updated daily and helps find nearby charging stations. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31718 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31718 Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT With its dynamic handling, bold new design and superior craftsmanship, the 2013 LS flagship models hail the future of the Lexus brand as it embarks on its third decade in the premium luxury category. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31620 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31620 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The founding partners of the Electric Circuit'"Les Rocirc;tisseries St-Hubert, RONA, Metro, the Agence metropolitaine de transport (AMT) and Hydro-Quebec'"are pleased to announce the signing of a partnership agreement with Discount Car and Truck Rentals for the rollout of public charging stations for electric vehicles. The stations will be installed in the cities of Quebec, Boucherville, Blainville and Montreal by the end of 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31650 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31650 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT There have been drastic changes in the requirements for individual mobility concepts, in particular for conurbations. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31612 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31612 Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT GRIDbot Canada selected to build an advanced bidirectional charging station http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31615 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31615 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT More than any other brand http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31491 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31491 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW i Ventures today announced that it is making a strategic investment in Coulomb Technologies. Coulomb's ChargePoint is the largest online global charging network, connecting electric vehicle drivers to charging stations in more than 14 countries. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31494 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31494 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT $100 Million Investment to Create Approximately 400 North Jobs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31502 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31502 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford's new C-MAX Energi '" expected to offer 15 class-exclusive features, a 550-mile total range and more than 20 miles of electric-only range that is at least triple Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid's EPA-tested range '" will now be America's most affordable plug-in hybrid when it goes on sale. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31511 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31511 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT car2go North America, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, announced today it has registered more than 6,000 new members for its carsharing service within the first 100 days of operations in Portland, Oregon. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31521 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31521 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Seeking to learn how Chevy Volt owners operate in sustainable community http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31570 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31570 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Leading fully automatic transmission manufacturer highlights advanced technology as the key to saving fuel, emissions and time. At the 64th International Motor Show (IAA) from Sept. 20-27 in Hannover, Germany, Allison Transmission will present its hybrid propulsion systems, all new controls and innovative transmission architectures for commercial vehicles in booth E54, outdoor area south. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31453 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31453 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Streamlined, Updated look for Drivers and Stations Owners; New Features Include ChargePoint Connections, Intuitive Dashboards, Enhanced Administrative and Billing Features http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31465 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31465 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Service Solutions becomes the first partner to sign onto the second phase of the Apollo Launch Program, a nationwide wireless electric vehicle charging trial started by Evatran http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31456 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31456 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW Flagship sets new standards for performance, luxury, efficiency and safety http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31422 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31422 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford's first-ever plug-in hybrid '" the all-new C-MAX Energi utility '" is the only vehicle of its kind that customers can drive from Sacramento to San Diego on a tank of gas and make the average commute on electricity alone http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31429 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31429 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT American Honda Motor Co., Inc., delivered the first all-electric 2013 Honda Fit EV to a couple in Southern California, the company announced today. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31389 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31389 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT A123 Systems to Supply Lithium Ion Battery Packs to BAE Systems for HybriDrive Series Hybrid Electric Propulsion System http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31392 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31392 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mark your calendar for our first Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rally! http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31405 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31405 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Committee on House Administration today approved a bill (H.R. 1402) calling for the installation of electric-vehicle charging stations in the Capitol parking lots. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31419 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31419 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The final countdown to London 2012 has begun and BMW Group today unveiled their Olympic Park Pavilion, expected to draw thousands of visitors each day of the Games. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31330 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31330 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT ChargePoint today announced its latest mobile application for all iPhone and Android smart phones. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31384 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31384 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT car2go Canada Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, is celebrating its first anniversary in Vancouver with record-breaking growth and more than 15,000 registered members. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31398 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31398 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Gathering material for life story, he drops in where father worked for 30 years http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31402 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31402 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) announced today that it is investing $40 million to increase annual production capacity by 50,000 units to a total of 250,000 vehicles. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31426 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31426 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world, today announces the expansion of its service portfolio through a new E-Mobility testing laboratory at its Kaufbeuren (Germany) location. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31324 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31324 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT You have never seen anything like it. Inside it's a limo and outside it's a stretched Nissan LEAF. "This is the world's first road-worthy, licensed, street legal electric limousine, and this is it," said Trevor Goulding, director of sales for Embassy Suites Nashville South. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31344 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31344 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Blink DC Fast Charger Connects San Jose to San Francisco for EV drivers http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31267 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31267 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Volkswagen Continues Its Product Offensive for Model Year 2013 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31208 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31208 Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ty Newell of Illinois celebrated becoming one of the first retail customers for the Ford Focus Electric by recreating one of the country's earliest automotive road trips. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31145 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31145 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT GE Energy Teams Up with PayPal to Make Electric Vehicle Charging Payments Simple and Secure http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31176 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31176 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT BMW takes the 2012 Concept Car of the Year Award with its i8 Concept Spyder. This award marks BMW's fourth competition as a category finalist and the brand's second visit to the awards podium at the eleventh annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards announced today. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31177 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31177 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT During its Board of Directors meeting in Washington, D.C. on July 10 and 11, the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) announced new leadership for its Board of Directors, as well as a number of new board members. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31186 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31186 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Eight zero-emission Nissan LEAF EVs start patrolling Portuguese streets http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31153 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31153 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT EV fast chargers accessible to the public at three convenient Aloha and Shell gas stations on Oahu http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31205 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31205 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., in cooperation with FedEx Express, will carry out real-world driving tests of the 100% electric commercial vehicle, e-NV200, in the Yokohama area beginning in mid-July. The e-NV200 test vehicle is based on Nissan's multi-purpose compact van NV200. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31141 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31141 Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is set to host its annual celebration of all things Mitsubishi Motors for thousands of passionate automotive enthusiasts at the 2012 Mitsubishi Owners Day (MOD) to take place at the company's headquarters located at 6400 Katella Avenue in Cypress, California 90630. The festivities kick off promptly beginning at 9:00 am on Saturday, July 14 and are open to the public and completely free of charge. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31077 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31077 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Lexus will hold the World Premiere of the new Lexus LS flagship sedan at a special invitation-only event in San Francisco on Monday, July 30. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31045 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31045 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT A trio of BMW Group concept cars '" the BMW i8 Concept, BMW i3 Concept and MINI Rocketman Concept '" have been presented with the 2012 Green GOOD DESIGNTM Award for sustainable product design. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31069 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31069 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The quintessential sport sedan combines with cutting-edge hybrid technology for a new dimension to The Ultimate Driving Machine TM http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31072 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31072 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Progress Energy Supports Energy Education Through DonorsChoose.org Partnership http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30961 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30961 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford's new C-MAX Hybrid soon will make a big statement in the largest hybrid segment with projected leading fuel economy of 47 mpg city '" beating the Toyota Prius v by 3 mpg, plus a $1,300-lower base price. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30967 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30967 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Renault-Nissan Alliance will provide 15,000 vehicles in an exclusive fleet contract with the Paris-based nutritional food company Danone. The first-of-its-kind deal for the Alliance provides a full range of vehicles to Danone in 25 countries for at least five years. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30992 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30992 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Magna International Inc. today announced that a manufacturing division of its Cosma International operating unit has won a Silver World Excellence Award from Ford Motor Company for demonstrating superior quality, delivery and cost performance in 2011. The 14th annual awards, Ford's highest recognition for its suppliers, were given during ceremonies on May 31, 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31015 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31015 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Hydro-Quebec, in collaboration with the French National Research Centre (CNRS-France), license Bathium Canada to use lithium iron phosphate in manufacture of lithium-metal-polymer batteries http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31028 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31028 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT AVL Powertrain Engineering and Genovation Cars Inc. join EDTA http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30944 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30944 Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Looking Through the Window of Online EV Advertising http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30951 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30951 Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Join us as we experience pure forward inertia on our latest journeys with two BMW Electronauts from opposite sides of the country. You'll see the benefits they've enjoyed since switching to the BMW ActiveE and why they're absolutely hooked on driving electric. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30964 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30964 Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Daimler AG called attention to two world premieres and one European premiere that it will display at the world's biggest commercial vehicle exhibition in Hanover. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30972 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30972 Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Delphi Product amp; Service Solutions announced today Malcolm Sissmore will expand his current role as country director, Canada, to assume responsibility for leading sales efforts for telematics, diagnostics and training sales in North America effective July 1, 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30840 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30840 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The multiple award-winning Nissan LEAF rewrote the record books this weekend. The Nissan LEAF has set a record as the fastest car over a measured mile (1.6km) in reverse. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30843 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30843 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT New relationship between Allison and Odyne will benefit commercial hybrid trucks with urban drive cycles and high energy requirements while the vehicle is stationary. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30860 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30860 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today introduced two services through its Nissan LEAF owners website and smartphone applications in Japan-one that precisely forecasts the LEAF's remaining battery capacity when it arrives at a destination and the other called "Minna no Syouhi Denryoku (Energy Usage Database)" *1. Together, these services arm LEAF drivers with precise state of battery information. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30878 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30878 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The technological change in the automotive industry with a growing share of alternative drive trains generally offers opportunities for jobs in the automotive sector. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30937 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30937 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Formula One World Champion, his Red Bull Racing teammate, an exotic yet entirely realistic new sports car on its world debut drive, an exclusive SUV and the Earl of March's driveway in front of tens of thousands of fans in (mostly) English summer sunshine '" Infiniti's Goodwood Festival of Speed was a success from green light to checkered flag. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30987 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30987 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 CDT Rockwood Lithium opened its state-of-the art lithium hydroxide plant and its Global Technical Center in Kings Mountain, N.C. at an inaugural event on June 29, 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30756 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30756 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Companies Sign Memorandum of Understanding Aimed at Collaboration in Four Technological Fields http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30773 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30773 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Honda today announced the all-new 2013 Honda Fit EV will be available for lease beginning July 20, 2012, with a three-year lease price of $389 per month. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30798 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30798 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The future of electric mobility at Audi is highly dynamic: The R8 e-tron has set a world record for a production vehicle with an electric drive system on the Nuuml;rburgring Nordschleife '" the toughest test track in the world. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30801 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30801 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Infiniti EMERG-E, the highly advanced mid-ship sports car that provides an exciting glimpse into Infiniti's future, is now even more exhilarating. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30698 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30698 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Content of a joint BMW AG and Toyota Motor Corporation press meeting to be held in Munich, Germany on Friday, June 29 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30701 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30701 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT car2go Canada Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, will officially launch a new way of carsharing in Toronto on Saturday, June 30, making a large network of low-emission smart fortwo vehicles widely available and affordable for those who live in, work in and visit Toronto. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30710 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30710 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT lt;igt;Note from the editor: This post was initially published as a lt;a href="http://energy.nationaljournal.com/2012/06/tax-reform-whats-at-stake-for.php#2221153" target="_blank"gt;National Journal Energy Experts Responselt;/agt; on June 27lt;/igt;lt;divgt;lt;brgt;lt;/divgt;lt;divgt;lt;bgt;As Congress looks to reform tax policy, they should also recognize the value of targeted, time-limited and performance-based incentives in speeding innovation that serves our national... http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30719 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30719 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT EVS26 conference proceedings availability announcement. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30765 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30765 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Due to the wildfires in the Colorado Springs area of Colorado and concerns for safety, officials with the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb event have understandably postponed the 90th running of this famous motorsports event for the end of summer, with a replacement date to be announced in the next two weeks. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30832 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30832 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT First laboratory in China offering battery pack-level verification testing site http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30595 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30595 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Newly-formed Tianjin Eco-Power Technology to Manufacture and Distribute ECOtality EV Charging Products in China http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30616 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30616 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Enfield, Connecticut-based Control Module Inc.'s (CMI) EVSE division today announced the Company's electric vehicle (EV) chargers with automatic retractable cable management meet expert recommendations for persons with disabilities, according to a recently published report by Sustainable Transportation Strategies*. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30631 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30631 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Speaking at Rio+20 side event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Toshiaki Otani says public sector can help take EVs mainstream http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30640 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30640 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Press Meeting on the occasion of Mr. Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation, visiting the BMW Group on the 29.06.2012 will be transmitted live via satellite. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30688 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30688 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT More conscious driving can cut fuel consumption by up to 25 percent and protect the environment. It can also be fun, as the new virtual fuel saving game from Volkswagen now available for playing via iPhone, iPad and Facebook, goes to show. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30720 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30720 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Eco-Friendly All-Electric 2012 Mitsubishi i Available For Nationwide Lease Offer Through Ally http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30569 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30569 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT When the all-new, North American designed and engineered 2013 Avalon goes on sale later this year, consumers can choose between a powerful V6 gasoline powertrain and Toyota's proven Hybrid Synergy Drive. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30575 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30575 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford is delivering more fuel-efficient vehicle choices in 2012 than ever before and a fresher new vehicle lineup than any full-line automaker in the U.S. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30663 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30663 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT More than 80 individuals turned out for the third quarterly meeting of the North Carolina Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Taskforce. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30693 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30693 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 6504) announces today that it has adopted a new brand statement. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30504 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30504 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT World record attempt planned for Goodwood Festival of Speed http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30578 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30578 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT First Phase of $100 Million Program to Incentivize Smart Growth will Create Green Jobs, Improve Energy Efficiency, and Reduce Pollution http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30431 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30431 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT One Million "Turn On" to the Nissan LEAF http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30493 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30493 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome marked the starting point for the worldwide tour of BMW i '" the sub-brand of BMW which encompasses sustainable mobility. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30496 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30496 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Company Plans to Build 5,000 Vehicles by Year-End http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30397 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30397 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The BMW Group is the official sponsor of the United Nations Rio+20 sustainability conference in Rio de Janeiro. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30422 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30422 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissanacute;s Bill Krueger, Mexicoacute;s President Calderoacute;n and Enel CEO Fulvio Conti debate the subject during panel http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30427 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30427 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Supports Deployment of Model S, Deliveries Begin Friday http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30329 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30329 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The German Ministry of Transport, Building and Urban Development (BMVBS) and several industrial companies today signed a joint Letter of Intent to expand the network of hydrogen filling stations in Germany. By 2015, Germany will have a supply network of at least 50 public filling stations. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30359 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30359 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Coulomb Technologies Partners with National Grid to Extend ChargePoint Network Throughout New York State http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30399 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30399 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Transportation and Climate Initiative announced this week that seventy organizations have pledged to help facilitate the deployment of electric vehicles in the northeastern United States - in large part due to work being done by states to develop the Northeast Electric Vehicle Network. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30407 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30407 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota and Lexus vehicles captured five segment awards and five Toyota manufacturing facilities in Japan and North America won plant awards, including one Gold, in the 2012 Initial Quality Study (IQS), more than any other automaker in both categories. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30416 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30416 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Honda Motor Co., Ltd., which has been extracting rare earth metals from used nickel-metal hydride batteries at the plant of Japan Metals amp; Chemicals Co., Ltd. from April of this year, today announced plans to begin reusing the extracted metals before the end of 2012. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30438 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30438 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Mitsubishi Motors Previews the New Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV to Premiere at 2012 Paris Motor Show http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30517 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30517 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT In a press conference on the steps of the Utah State Capitol today, with a 100-year-old utility fleet truck on one side new electric pick-up truck the other, Utah Governor Gary Herbert announced that Utah would be one of the first states in the nation to demonstrate new electric pick-up trucks by Utah-based VIA Motors, in partnership with the state's 100-year-old electric utility, Rocky Mountain Power. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30229 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30229 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Hertz and Italo-NTV partnership offers sustainable travel solution for Italy's capital city http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30237 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30237 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Energy efficient distribution center also named 100th landfill-free site http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30247 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30247 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford is leveraging its range of efficient EcoBoost petrol engines, TDCi diesel engines and low CO2 ECOnetic Technologies to introduce 15 new models in Europe in 2012 that are best-in-class for fuel efficiency*. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30342 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30342 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Petrobras Distribuidora and Nissan do Brasil signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to study the expansion of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in Brazil. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30184 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30184 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT 12 June 2012 '" this date marks the starting signal for the first real alternative to the usual refuelling stops. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30187 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30187 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT UQM Technologies PowerPhase Systems Take on Bus Routes in Tokyo, Powering New Hino Electric Buses http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30211 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30211 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Solar array to provide enough energy to power 45 Michigan homes http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30226 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30226 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Project Interchange/AJC seminar fostering business collaboration with Israeli Solar, Water, Energy Technologies http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30234 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30234 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Le Mans 24 Hours concluded Sunday, with the world's oldest endurance race seeing a few historical firsts including a hybrid champion, as well as many technological advances. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30241 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30241 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT U.S. Athletes Go for the Gold with Help from BMW http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30345 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30345 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT A fleet of electric vehicles from the Renault-Nissan Alliance is shuttling United Nations delegates at its Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro, the world's largest environmental summit. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30279 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30279 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Historic triumph: Audi achieves first victory of a hybrid vehicle at Le Mans http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30113 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30113 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Automotive supplier recognized for its top-performing efforts http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30116 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30116 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford Cuts Energy Use 22 Percent; New Sustainability Report Calls for Added 25 Percent Drop by 2016 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30119 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30119 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Award-winning Nissan LEAF goes on sale locally '" the world's first purpose-built, mass-produced, all-electric car http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30122 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30122 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Dow Commits to Ecosystem Valuation Progress, Engages in Efforts to Further Green Chemistry at United Nations Conference http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30135 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30135 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Gold for sustainability: Siemens receives highest award from SAM http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30138 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30138 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Statue of Christ glows green with energy-efficient lighting technology from Osram http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30066 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30066 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Allison Transmission has marked an important milestone with the addition of an operational branch in Bogotaacute;, Colombia. The new office follows the company's expansion plan for South America, consolidating the continent's three foremost regions: Brazil, the Southern Cone (Argentina, Uruguay and Chile) and the Andean Community. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30074 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30074 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electric Ampera/Volt range extender wins green engine award http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30077 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30077 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT car2go today announced that 18 new dedicated electric vehicle charging points are available in three Amsterdam Q-Park garages. After successfully launching car2go in November 2011, more than 7.000 members are using the service for their trips in the Amsterdam city center. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30099 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30099 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Clark Construction Company to Manage Design and Construction of Dow Kokam's Advanced Energy Storage Pack Facility http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30125 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30125 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Eaton Signs Supercharger Distributor Agreement with Cosworth http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30128 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30128 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Chicago project calls for installation and operation of 280 chargers, 73 DC Fast and 207 Level 2 chargers. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30036 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30036 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT To coincide with the opening of the world's first BMW i Store on London's Park Lane, the BMW Group will present the BMW i3 Concept with a new interior colour and materials concept. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30039 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30039 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT car2go North America LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, announced today it will expand its carsharing operations in Canada and the United States this summer, making urban mobility more convenient, more flexible, and more widely available than ever before. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30207 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30207 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Global, integrated design team is transforming transportation for next-gen customers http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30002 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30002 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT A123 Systems Introduces Breakthrough Lithium Ion Battery Technology That Optimizes Performance in Extreme Temperatures http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30005 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30005 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Grant to fund development of innovative gasoline direct injection manufacturing process at company's Rochester, N.Y. operations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30017 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30017 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Daimler AG started production of the new smart fortwo electric drive at the smart Hambach plant. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30008 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30008 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Canada Foundation proudly sponsors 21st annual 5k walk fundraiser for community organizations http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30020 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30020 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the Nissan Zero Emission Fund, a new fund for individual Nissan electric vehicle (EV) owners in Japan which converts the amount of CO2 emissions that are offset by driving the 100% electric Nissan LEAF to generate credits. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30132 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/30132 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Remy, Inc.'s (otc-pink:RMYI) Electric Motor Division and VIA Motors have announced a joint agreement to supply powertrains for the VIA Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (eREV). http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29922 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29922 Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Christine Rogala joins EDTA as the new director of public relations and Kimberly Grever will take the lead as EDTA's new membership director. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29889 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29889 Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Battery storage capacity increase and cell chemistry changes enable improved range http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29935 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29935 Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) will demonstrate its high-performance electric powertrain technology on one of North America's most demanding motorsport events; the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado on 8 July. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29840 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29840 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Boulder EV delivery vans will be powered by the just released UQM PowerPhase HD(R) 220 electric drive systems http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29862 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29862 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The 2013 Honda Fit EV tops all other EV offerings in efficiency ratings, providing the most mileage for your electric dollar http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29900 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29900 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT $4.4 Million Investment Creates New Jobs, Lowers Fossil Fuels, and Cuts Toxic Emissions http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29918 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29918 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The nation's leading electric utility fleets are gathered together this week in historic Williamsburg Virginia, as they have done every year for the past 59 years. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29981 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29981 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT An island which is home to the Netherlands' first National Park is about to launch Europe's cleanest bus fleet. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29785 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29785 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT This virual experience will give you access to download and view videos, product fact sheets and chat with product experts--all from the convenience of your home or office. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29788 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29788 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT America's Most Fuel-Efficient Car Company Launches Campaign for Official Recognition of Fuel Economy Awareness http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29803 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29803 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT New report and tool kit assists all countries in doubling the rate of energy efficiency improvement by 2030 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29857 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29857 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT New eVgo Chargers at Texas Locations Give EV Drivers More Options http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29897 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29897 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Dow Kokam Lithium-Ion Cells Propel MotoCzysz's 012 E1pc, Launches Season at Isle of Man SES TT Zero Challenge June 6 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29908 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29908 Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Prius v, Camry and Sienna Make the Annual Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com List http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29721 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29721 Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT More and more of your customers, tenants or employees are now driving electric vehicles on U.S. roads, and the need to provide electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at public and private facilities is growing. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29724 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29724 Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Tests to Start in Toyota City at End of 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29732 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29732 Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Volkswagen roadshow passes through nine countries, with 24 Golf blue-e-motion vehicles in tow that are designed to prepare various customer groups for the electric mobility world of tomorrow. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29746 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29746 Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT At the beginning of June 2012, the Siemens Infrastructure amp; Cities Sector acquired Senergy Sistemas de Mediccedil;atilde;o S.A., one of the leading companies for smart metering solutions specialized in offering software and services for the prevention and reduction of non technical losses in the power distribution grid. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29671 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29671 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Stuttgart. Trendy design in the unconventional style of the brand coupled with clever ideas and a high level of functionality '" these are the features that characterise the new smart electric drive collection that is now available from smart dealers. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29729 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29729 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan/PowerStream's V2H technology connects local utility companies, homes and cars in two-way communication to promote sustainable living http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29764 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29764 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CDT GM's Mark Reuss and Enterprise's Andrew Taylor in Panel Discussion About New Technology, Biofuels, Public Policy Issues http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29661 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29661 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Twenty public charging stations will be installed by the end of 2012 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29667 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29667 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Eaton Improves Fuel Efficiency, Performance and System Payback with Multiple Enhancements to Its Hybrid Power System http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29668 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29668 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Debora Frodl knows something about hybrids. Frodl is the alternative fuels maven and chief strategy officer at GE Capital Fleet Services. Her clients are car and truck fleet operators. For some time now, they've been asking about hybrids, electric vehicles and car and trucks powered by alternatives to gas and diesel like compressed and liquefied natural gas. Which make should they buy and which fuel to use? http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29708 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29708 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT The introduction of the all-new 2013 ES 350 and ES 300h marks the sixth generation of Lexus' popular luxury sedan since its introduction over 20 years ago. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29647 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29647 Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will launch the "LEAF to Home" power supply system, which can supply electricity from batteries onboard in Nissan LEAF electric vehicles (EV) to homes when used with the "EV Power Station" unit developed by Nichicon Corporation. "LEAF to Home" is an industry first backup power supply system that can transmit the electricity stored in the large-capacity batteries of Nissan LEAFs to a residential home. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29676 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29676 Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: QTWW), a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid/electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it has delivered the first pilot version of its plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) F-150 pickup truck to Florida Power amp; Light Company (FPL), in association with Dow Kokam, the lithium-ion battery system supplier for the PHEV F-150. Source: PR Newswire (http://s.tt/1cZDD) http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29700 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29700 Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT The border-to-border vision of the West Coast Electric Highway moves closer to becoming a reality today with the opening of new EV charging sites, extending the highway to the Canadian border and opening it to electric vehicle (EV) drivers from both countries. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29666 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29666 Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT The planned $102.5 million investment by NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) to build electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in California will create more than 1,500 jobs in the Los Angeles Basin, San Francisco Bay Area, San Joaquin Valley and San Diego County regions, according to a study by Solution Mountain commissioned by NRG. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29711 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29711 Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electric Vehicle Innovation at GE-NAZA EV Experience http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29597 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29597 Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT PostAuto Schweiz AG has become the first company in Switzerland to deploy fuel-cell technology for public road transport. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31104 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/31104 Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL is the best electric car with fuel cell - this is the result of an online survey completed by 18,324 readers of specialist magazines "Auto Bild" and "Auto Test". http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29583 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29583 Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Ford and Microsoft appearing this week at the Future in Review Conference (FiRe) '" a forum for leading technology experts '" to demonstrate how the new 2012 Focus Electric's technologies can help address future global transportation challenges Source: PR Newswire (http://s.tt/1cDKD) http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29651 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29651 Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT First U.S. Store of the Year Opening This Week in White Plains, New York http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29584 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29584 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Developers use HTML5 technology to make mobile app available on more devices http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29684 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29684 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Program Aims to Reduce Environmental Footprint, Increase Productivity and Reduce Costs http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29691 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29691 Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that global cumulative sales of its hybrid vehicles have topped the 4 million mark as of April 301. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29550 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29550 Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Revenue up 215% to Record $13.7 Million, Driving Record Net Income of $1.2 Million http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29682 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29682 Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT The Mass Transportation Authority (MTA) today unveiled its new hydrogen fuel cell bus and opened their alternative fuel facility in Grand Blanc Township. The MTA is the first transportation agency in the Midwest with a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. The vehicles will be stored at the Grand Blanc Service Center and Alternative Fuel Facility location. http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29557 http://www.electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/29557 Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT Electric vehicles are expanding in scope, size, and shape. It's a transformation that started nearly a decade ago and is just now solidifying. Established car makers like Nissan have invested big because they are confident in an electric revolution.