Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 16, 2012
However, they noted, there are also many challenges associated with the use of biobased parts in the auto industry. Biobased materials may require substantial testing to ensure safety standards can be met. Soy-foam headliners were put in place for the 2010 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner. Biodegradability.
Charged EVs
MAY 31, 2022
BrightDrop offers a fascinating window into the breadth of GM’s EV plans, though even many people in the auto industry know little about it. Just like, say, Ford—which was then in the process of killing Mercury, to leave it with only Ford and Lincoln. The BrightDrop Zevo 600. Photo courtesy of BrightDrop.
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 21, 2009
Despite this, a 2003 EPRI study , assuming only $2/gallon gas , zero buying incentives, and a PHEV premium of $3-$5,000 more than standard hybrids, shows that the total lifetime cost of ownership for a PHEV will be lower than that of any other vehicle type -- so the payback will be there. By then, theyll probably cost well under $1,000.
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 21, 2009
The XHT is a new generation of plug-in hybrid drive train ready to multiply the gas mileage of any SUV or any standard sedan." ( Company PressRelease ) BYD Auto top 2/3/08 BYD Auto Co., San Jose Mercury News ). Auto-week ) 5/10/07 "Toyota Motor Corp. If that target is met, the largest U.S. Bloomberg News ).
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