Sat.May 15, 2010 - Fri.May 21, 2010

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CNG Hot Rod Debuts at AFV 2010

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The “Gasser” CNG Hot Rod. Click to enlarge. The WJ Daytech/AFVTech CNG Hot Rod made its debut at the recent Alternative Fuels and Vehicles ( AF&V 2010 ) show in Las Vegas. ( Earlier post.) Based on a 1933 Ford Roadster, this Hot Rod is intended to showcase the possibilities and the performance of using natural gas in a fun and unique way. Featuring a naturally aspirated CNG-fueled LS-7 GM Crate Engine built by Bob Santinoli with Riolo Racing engines and a 6-speed automatic transmission by TC

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Leaf Gets iPhone Control

Revenge of the Electric Car

Another Leaf-note: It’ll be iPhone friendly. Read more in the article: Nissan Leaf electric car gets iPhone control. From the article: “All Nissan Leafs (Leaves?) will come with a cellular data radio built in. While the vehicle is at a charging station, it’ll be able to send updates to your phone, telling you when it’s finished suckling go-juice.&#.

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Greenius on Patch.com: Bike to Work Week: Are You Up to the Challenge?

Creative Greenius

Despite the South Bay’s reputation as being a laid-back area, those of us who live here know that getting to and from work each day can be stressful. There is nothing melodious about the cutthroat, “I’m already late and you’re in my way&# attitude of the road warriors as they head to and from the office. And they’re typically still on the job while they’re in the car thanks to the smart phones that keep us tethered to work no matter where we are.

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2011 Ford Fiesta Gets 40 MPG Rating

Green Car Reports

The 2011 Ford Fiesta is officially the most fuel efficient model in its class, with the EPA announcing today that the ultra-funky hatchback and sedan rates in at 29 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway when equipped with the smooth shifting six-speed PowerShift dual clutch transmission. To put that into perspective, the Fiesta's highway fuel.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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Tesla and Toyota Intend to Work Jointly on EV Development, TMC to Take Equity Stake in Tesla; Tesla Purchases NUMMI Factory

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Tesla Motors, Inc. and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) intend to cooperate on the development of electric vehicles, parts, and production system and engineering support. The two companies intend to form a team of specialists to further those efforts. TMC has agreed to purchase $50 million of Tesla’s common stock issued in a private placement to close immediately subsequent to the closing of Tesla’s currently planned initial public offering.

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When Will EVs Hit Primetime?

Revenge of the Electric Car

This Christian Science Monitor article takes an in-depth look at an age. old question for electric cars – When will electric cars make a real. presence in the world’s two largest passenger car markets (China and the. U.S.). Read more in the article: Can electric cars break out of niche status in US, China market? By Jaeah Lee for the Christian Science Monitor.

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AC Electric Car Motors Horsepower

Electric Cars are for Girls

What is the range in horsepower with an AC electric car motor? Hi, VonFeldt - Honestly, this is a difficult question. In the world of electric car.

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Lear Announces New Seating System with 25lb Weight Savings; ECO Fabrics from 100% Recycled Plastic Bottles and Polyester Yarn

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The Evolution Seat. Click to enlarge. Lear has developed a technologically advanced seating system it calls The Evolution Seat that integrates seven patented technologies that reduce seat weight up to 25 pounds (11.3 kg) compared to conventional seats without sacrificing strength and safety. The Evolution Seat is expected to launch in the Asian market by 2011.

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Germany launches EV plan

Revenge of the Electric Car

On May 3, the German government established several task forces to research a number of issues surrounding electric vehicles. These actions are part of the government’s ongoing commitment to putting 1 million vehicles on Germany’s roads by 2020. FOCUS: Germany Launches Electric-Car Initiative. By Christoph Rauwald, of Dow Jones Newswires. ‘Several task forces were established at a summit in Berlin to work on related projects such as alternative drivetrains, battery technology a

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Toyota and Tesla make a deal; NUMMI back in business

Plugs and Cars

This is a big deal. Biggest EV news since Carlos Ghosn got religion. I just watched the press conference where Musk and Toyoda announced an agreement. Toyota's investing in Tesla. Tesla's buying the NUMMI factory. Model S and subsequent vehicles will be made at NUMMI. Tesla won't oppose any union activity. This is obviously great for Tesla and advocates of electric cars.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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VW Beetle EV Conversion

Electric Cars are for Girls

I am thinking of undertaking a VW Beetle electric car conversion. The mid 60's cars are not too expensive, and weigh around 1600 lbs. I figure the engine.

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New High Performance Photocatalyst and Hybrid Photocatalytic-Electrolysis System Could Significantly Reduce Voltage Required and Cost for Hydrogen Production

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Top : Mechanism of the photocatalytic-electrolysis system. Bottom : New high-performance photocatalyst (inset) and overall model of the system. Source: AIST. Click to enlarge. Researchers at Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) have developed a tungsten oxide (WO 3 ) photocatalyst that provides a significantly higher quantum yield under visible light than conventional photocatalysts.

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GM, Chrysler To Join Ford, Tesla in DoE Retooling Loan Queue

Green Car Reports

Over the last year, the U.S. Department of Energy has granted almost $9 billion of low-interest loans to help automakers retool for more fuel-efficient cars. But until now, General Motors and Chrysler had been shut out while Ford, Nissan, and Tesla were awarded loans last June, joined by Fisker in September. According to a report last week in the.

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Electric VW due in 3 years

Plugs and Cars

VW has released some more information on its electric plans. Look for an e-Golf to be launched in 2013. 93 mile range from a 26.5 kWh lithium battery pack. Similar to the LEAF or RAV4-EV, the car weighs about 3400 pounds, a few hundred pounds heavier than the gas/diesel versions. Around the same time, VW intends to have two other EVs on offer, a smaller e-UP, and a Jetta.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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Ferrari Electric Car Conversion

Electric Cars are for Girls

What's the best electric motor I can use to get the same acceleration out of my Ferrari when I convert it to electric? And which batteries? Sigh, Madi.

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Ford to Survey GHG Footprint of Supply Chain

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Ford plans to survey 35 top global suppliers on their energy use and estimated greenhouse gas emissions as part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions within the auto industry. The suppliers in the initial request include companies that make commodities such as seats, steering systems, tires and metal components, which require more energy to produce and thus have a larger carbon footprint.

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Drive Report: 2010 Ford Focus

Green Car Reports

For hundreds of thousands of buyers, the Ford Focus compact sedan has provided basic transportation for a decade. The all-new European 2012 Focus is just around the corner, so we decided to take one last look at the soon-to-be-replaced 2010 model. Our charcoal SE model came to us as a rental car with almost 26,000 miles. Rental duty is a good way.

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Confirmed: Tesla to Build Electric Vehicles with Toyota at NUMMI Plant

All Cars Electric

Governor Arnold Scharzenegger leaked earlier today that Tesla Motors will be partnering with Toyota to build a new electric vehicle. Now, a reliable source close to the deal confirms that this is true — but that Tesla will also be acquiring the recently-closed NUMMI automotive manufacturing plant in Fremont, Calif., potentially bringing back.

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Electric Car Motors, Components, and Rain.

Electric Cars are for Girls

I live on an island (Guam where we get a significant rainfall. There are some low spots in our roads that end up under water, about 8-10 inches. So.

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Novel Fixed Pitch Continuously Variable Transmission for High Torque Applications

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A Fixed Pitch Continuously Variable Transmission (FPCVT) assembly with two FPCVT units connected in series. Source: Ken Hawthorn. Click to enlarge. Independent inventor Ken Hawthorn has been issued a US patent (Patent# 7,713,154) on a Fixed Pitch Continuously Variable Transmission (FPCVT) designed for higher torque applications. The FPCVT is the first positively engaging sprocket that uses standard roller chain that can change diameters while engaged, Hawthorn says.

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BMW Hybrid 5-Series On Sale in 2011, Hybrid 3-Series To Follow

Green Car Reports

BMW's chief executive officer, Norbert Reithofer, has confirmed that the company's ActiveHybrid 5 sedan will go on sale as early as next year. Reithofer told shareholders yesterday at BMW's annual meeting that the car it showed at the Geneva Motor Show in March as the BMW Concept 5-Series ActiveHybrid will be built. He also committed the company.

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Further proof of global warming as temperatures hit new highs

Green Cars News

The latest figures from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will be one in the eye for global warming naysayers with the combined global land and ocean surface temperature hitting a record high for April and for the period from January-April. The monthly analysis from the NOAA also revealed that the average ocean surface [.].

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Great Gas-Guzzling Suburban EV Conversion

Electric Cars are for Girls

I have a gas hogging Chevy Suburban. I love it, and would like to convert it. Is it possible? How much would it cost.approximately.how much would.

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Mitsubishi Begins Sales of i-MiEV to Individuals in Hong Kong; First Individual Sales Outside of Japan

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Universal Cars Ltd. (UCL), Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC)’s importer and distributor for Hong Kong, will begin sales tomorrow of the i-MiEV electric vehicle to individuals in Hong Kong. Mass-production i-MiEVs have already been delivered to the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China (HKSAR) and some companies; however this announcement marks the first time sales to individuals will be commenced in Hong Kong, and also marks the first time

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OnStar Teams Up With Google To Develop New Chevrolet Volt Smartphone Apps

Green Car Reports

OnStar is already one of the most handy features you can get in a GM vehicle but soon it will be even better thanks to a little help from Google. Together, the two will develop a number of new mobile app features that strengthen Chevrolet's commitment to providing Volt customers with the most connected vehicle experience possible. A new.

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Honda Remains Unconvinced of EV Future.

All Cars Electric

Its official! Honda doesn't trust EVs. A week after Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn reiterated the company's support for electric cars along with plans to bring four EV models to market, Honda remain uncommitted about the future of Honda EVs. Honda's president of research and development, Tomohiko Kawanabe spoke candidly about his skepticism of electric.

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Old computer parts make algae biofuel

Green Cars News

Students at Illinois University have found a novel new way to produce biofuel and recycle unwanted electronic goods at the same time. Using old computer parts, researchers at the university developed a new algae-growing tank they call Bio-Grow. Using various computer parts, the students developed a reservoir in which they could cultivate algae which could [.].

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Study Concludes That Improving Truck Fuel Economy Would Create More Than 120K New US Jobs by 2030

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Strengthening the fuel economy of medium- and heavy-duty trucks could create as many as 124,000 jobs in the US by 2030, with all 50 states experiencing net job growth, according to a new report by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) and CALSTART. Efficiency improvements could save class 8 fleet truck owners more than $120,000 per tractor-trailer over eight years and owner-operators more than $80,000 per tractor over 10 to 15 years, assuming an average $3.50 per gallon fuel price.

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CNG Capability Coming To Chevrolet Express And GMC Savana Vans This Fall

Green Car Reports

Want to save a few dollars or just be a little bit greener with your new commercial van? Now, thanks to GM, you can. The automaker has announced today that Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) powered versions of the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans will be offered to fleet and commercial customers.

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Automakers Agree On Minimum Noise Levels For Electric Cars

All Cars Electric

Although the relative silence of hybrid and all-electric vehicles have made them the choice of gangsters for drive-by shootings, the rest of the world is less than enamored with the difficulty involved in hearing one coming--especially when trying to cross the street. One of the biggest opponents to the silent running electric vehicle is the blind.

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BMW reveals new hybrid car plans

Green Cars News

Anyone eager to get their hands on a full hybrid version of the BMW 5 Series won’t have long to wait. According to Dr Norbert Reithofer, the chairman of the board of management of BMW AG, the company will start offering the vehicle as early as next year following its successful introduction at this year’s Geneva [.]. Tags: BMW Green cars Hybrid cars Latest news BMW 3 Series Hybrid BMW 5 Series Hybrid BMW 7 Series Hybrid BMW ActiveHybrid BMW hybrid cars BMW X6 Hybrid Dr Norbert Reithofer.

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UK Funds Consortium to Demonstrate Lontra Supercharger Technology

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Blade compressor prototype. Click to enlarge. The UK Technology Board has awarded a consortium comprising UK start-up Lontra , Ricardo, and Ford Motor Company funding to demonstrate Lontra’s Blade Supercharger. The team will integrate the novel technology with a downsized engine to create a Ford vehicle demonstrator. The Blade Supercharger is a novel variable flow compressor with the ability to meet the boosting requirements of heavily downsized engines, both gasoline and diesel.

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Toyota Teams Up With Tesla For Electric Vehicle Development

Green Car Reports

Tesla and Toyota has announced that they intend to cooperate on the development of electric vehicles, parts, and production system and engineering support. The two companies intend to form a team of specialists to further those efforts. Additionally, Toyota has agreed to purchase $50 million of Tesla's common stock issued in a private placement to.

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Coda Close Series C Round Funding, Investment Now $125m.

All Cars Electric

Californian based EV start-up, Coda Automotive, have successfully closed their third round of investor financing. The company, which plans to produce 14,000 of their all electric sedan by the end of 2011 also announced they will be setting up offices in Singapore. Coda has been quietly working away for some months now with some seriously.