Plugs and Cars
DECEMBER 22, 2006
In December, Nissan announced its "Green Program 2010," projecting a line of hybrids, plug-in hybrids and all-electric cars utilizing lithium-ion batteries of its own manufacture. We are at a tipping point according to Neil: "Let's bookmark this moment in the history of cars, because what is emerging is something like consensus.
Plugs and Cars
AUGUST 18, 2007
nk Global , the reinvigorated Norwegian electric car maker. nk City cars when Ford brought them to California to meet its ZEV Mandate obligation. I did, too, until Ford confiscated the cars and sold the company. nk City electric cars a great fit with Google.org’s intentions. I believe Google would find Th!nk
Plug In Partners
JANUARY 26, 2006
By comparison, conventional hybrids must rely on gasoline-powered engines to recharge their batteries and get between 40 and 60 mpg. While running on electricity, the plug-in's fuel cost drops to 70 cents a gallon, or lower, Dr. Frank estimates. Saturn and a 200-horsepower electric motor. Duvall says.
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 21, 2009
General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Plans Saturn Vue PHEV-10. Aims to get Saturn Vue on road in 2010; no production goal. Volkswagen CEO says "Future belongs to electric cars," has gained German government support for development.
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 16, 2009
The Volt is, and always has been, more than than an electric car. Lutz, who retired earlier this year, called the car Detroits "moon shot" and an attempt to wrest the mantle of innovation back from the Japanese. GM will leapfrog Toyota and Honda by providing an electric car to the masses by the end of next year.
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