Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Number of cars (world and US), amount of gasoline consumed, amount of ethanol equivalent required for a neat ethanol fleet, ethanol and electricity to power hybrid fleet, and sugar cane area for hybrid fleet. l/100km) using gasoline as the fuel. Credit: ACS, Pacca and Moreira. Click to enlarge. km/liter (46 mpg US, or 5.1

Fleet 230

Fleet Available Hybrid Power 230

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

The competition between the internal combustion engine and electric vehicles, the disruptive force of “mobility-as-a-service” (MaaS)—such as ride-hailing—and the much-anticipated emergence of autonomous vehicles will lead to more profound changes in personal transportation than experienced over the past century combined, the study says.

Sale 150

Sale Miles Market Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2012

Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) have compared the emissions resulting from the production, use, and end-of-life of electric and internal combustion engine vehicles (EVs and ICEVs) in a full life-cycle analysis (LCA). —Hawkins et al.

Gasoline-Electric 309

Gasoline-Electric Vehicles Coal Gasoline 309

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2009

ALTe’a electric drive system, designed to replace a base V-8 internal combustion engine powertrain, improves fuel economy from 80% to 200%. When I reviewed the business plan and conducted the due diligence personally it was obvious ALTe had tremendous potential. Earlier post.). Tom LaSorda.

Chrysler 225

Chrysler Extended Range Conversion Electric Vehicles 225

Get Electric Vehicle

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The country is noted for its high demand for scooters, which account for a significant portion of global two-wheeler sales. In India, ICE scooters with internal combustion engines (ICE) account for roughly 70% of overall gasoline use. India’s ambition to become net-zero by 2070 is projected to accelerate this shift.

Market 52

Market Price India Fuel 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2015

Shell, in collaboration with Professor Gordon Murray and engine specialist Osamu Goto will co-engineer an ultra-compact, efficient car for city use based around the internal combustion engine (ICE). To address this we are looking at ways to make personal transport as accessible and affordable as possible. Earlier post.)

Cars 150

Cars South Africa Personal MPG 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2012

Gen Y’s strong affinity for hybrid vehicles could make it the “ generation that leads us away from traditional gasoline-powered vehicles ,” reports Craig Giffi, vice chairman and automotive practice leader at Deloitte LLP, after seeing the results of Deloitte’s annual survey of consumers and what they want in an automobile.

Hybrid 277

Hybrid Auto Vehicles Automobile 277

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

An international study of 10 global cities found that a balance of geophysical factors (climate, access to resources, and gateway status) and technical factors (power generation, urban design, and waste processing) determine the greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) attributable to cities. Tonnes CO 2 e/capita. Credit: ACS, Kennedy et al.

Emissions 199

Emissions Global Gas Los Angeles 199

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2013

By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. Hybrids are expected to account for about half of global new-car sales by 2040. Without the projected gains in efficiency, global energy demand could have risen by more than 100%. Source: ExxonMobil.

Oil-Sands 309

Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Sale 309

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The electric vehicle (EV) industry is about to have its most significant sales spike thanks to international legislation and nonprofits ramping up support efforts. Electric for All. Electric Vehicle Council. Help’s Coming from Government & Non-Government Entities. Electrification Coalition.

Industrial 89

Industrial Industry Fuel Tax Credit 89

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2014

Ford unveiled the new Ford Focus four-door sedan prior to its debut at the 2014 New York International Auto Show next week. The debut of the new Focus four-door sedan and the Focus Electric in New York follows the Geneva Motor Show debut in March of the Focus three- and five-door hatchback and wagon. 2015 Ford Focus Electric.

2015 236

2015 Ford 2013 Connect 236

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2014

Currently hybrid and electric vehicles have a tiny share of the market in India and China and are seen as a higher-end product. These findings could have an important impact in countries that are on the brink of experiencing an explosion in the sales of personal vehicles; the government of India has already taken note of the findings.

India 252

India China Hybrid Fuel 252

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2012

EPA attributes the trend to an increase in energy consumption across all economic sectors, due to increasing energy demand associated with an expanding economy, and increased demand for electricity for air conditioning due to warmer summer weather during 2010. Nearly 65% of the emissions resulted from gasoline consumption. Tg CO 2 Eq.

2010 252

2010 EPA Transportation Emissions 252

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2011

Exxon Mobil Corporation’s new The Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040 , released last week, projects that global energy demand in 2040 will be about 30% higher than it was in 2010 as population grows to 9 billion and global GDP doubles. Click to enlarge. —ExxonMobil Outlook. billion units.

Personal 408

Personal Global Transportation Fuel 408

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

In 1975, General Ernesto Geisel, then-president of Brazil, ordered the country’s gasoline supply mixed with 10% ethanol. The level was raised to 25% over the next five years, which was intended to maintain a constant Brazilian gasoline supply for an ever-increasing demand. These were arguably the first flex-fuel vehicles.

Transportation 317

Transportation Fuel Renewable Gasoline-Electric 317

Blink Charging

JUNE 23, 2023

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more mainstream, more workplaces are starting to provide charging options for their employees. The International Council on Clean Transportation predicts that in order to support the upcoming 26 million EVs on US roads in 2030, 1.3 Here’s what you should know about EV charging at your workplace.

Charging 52

Charging Tax Credit Tax Installation 52

Blink Charging

JUNE 23, 2023

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more mainstream, more workplaces are starting to provide charging options for their employees. The International Council on Clean Transportation predicts that in order to support the upcoming 26 million EVs on US roads in 2030, 1.3 Here’s what you should know about EV charging at your workplace.

Charging 52

Charging Tax Credit Tax Installation 52

Electric Vehicles India

MAY 6, 2021

India’s electric four-wheeler ride-hailing fleet incentives. The Delhi, Hyderabad and Bangalore cities are among the top markets for ride-hailing four-wheelers in India and have the highest shares of electric vehicles when compared to the other cities in India. India’s electric four-wheeler. billion, $52.5

Fleet 52

Fleet India Suzuki 2020 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2011

We are in the decade of the hybrid electric vehicle despite the fact that most off-road and underwater vehicles are pure electric. That includes most forklifts, golf cars and mobility vehicles for the disabled plus Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and personal submarines. Electric Vehicles—Land, Sea & Air Europe 2011.

Hybrid 230

Hybrid Range Vehicles San Jose 230

Revenge of the Electric Car

JUNE 1, 2010

Journal article: China to Subsidize Electric Cars. China to Subsidize Electric Cars. BEIJING—China will subsidize buyers of battery-powered cars and plug-in hybrids under a pilot program aimed at keeping the country competitive in the global race to develop an electric-vehicle industry, but which also risks a public backlash.

E6 124

E6 BYD China Chinese 124

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

The model follows on the world premiere of the twin-turbo gas V6-powered LS 500 at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January. liter V6 Dual VVT-i V6 gasoline engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission and two electric motors, together delivering maximum system power of 354 hp.

Lexus 150

Lexus Hybrid 2017 Motor 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

The Vehicle Technologies Office Program Wide Selections will aim to reduce the cost and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and conventional vehicles through thirty-five projects addressing 11 areas of interest. Grid Modernization for Electric Vehicles (Area of Interest 2). Description. Federal funding.

Vehicles 150

Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 13, 2021

Harley-Davidson Launches Stand-Alone Electric Bike Brand. Harley-Davidson, the legendary and revered American manufacturer of motorcycles, announced that it is establishing LiveWire as a separate electric motorcycle brand on July 8,2021, just in time for the first of nine outdoor International Motorcycle Shows.

Market 70

Market Motorcycles Saturn Prius 70

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2018

Toyota unveiled the new fifth-generation Avalon at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) K Sedan platform, the 2019 Avalon is powered by two new TNGA powertrains: a punchy 3.5-liter TMMK) in Georgetown, Kentucky, respectively. liter V6 (2GR-FKS), and, a 2.5-liter

2019 207

2019 Toyota Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 207

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

In a new report (its fourth on electric car adoption) the Boston Consulting Group forecasts that a combination of hybrid and fully electric powertrains will cut the global market share of pure internal combustion engines (ICEs) by about 50% by 2030. The third relevant area of technology is electric power generation.

Boston Consulting Group 199

Boston Consulting Group Market Hybrid Global 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2011

BMW revealed first details of the new sixth-generation 3 Series; the 3 Series accounts for one-fifth of the company’s global sales. liter gasoline engine will be available in two output ratings. Despite the larger dimensions, the new car has a curb weight 40 kilograms (88 lb) below that of its predecessor. The new-generation 2.0-liter

BMW 275

BMW 2012 Engine MPH 275

Plugs and Cars

AUGUST 18, 2007

Out in the desert as part of Burning Man , our encampment, Snow Koan Solar, is setting up a solar photovoltaic EV Charging Station (at 7:30 and Desert) for electric scooters, golf carts, sofas and barstools. We'll also be taking Burning Man art projects off petroleum generators by switching them to solar electricity. Google Guys Th!nk

NiMH 100

NiMH Google Prius EPRI 100

Get Electric Vehicle

APRIL 13, 2023

What do people say about electric cars ? We have collected a few best quotes about electric vehicles. A collection of electric car quotes is presented here in this post. Read the following electric vehicle one-liners and share with your friends if you find them interesting! It’s about buying a better car.”

Electric Vehicles 98

Electric Vehicles Electric Cars Vehicles Electric 98

Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The electric vehicle (EV) market is here and concerns about finding a charging location for your EV are quickly diminishing. A study by Cox Automotive revealed that over 80% of consumers hesitated to embrace electric vehicles due to worries about range anxiety, possibly stemming from uncertainty about the technology.

Range 71

Range Charging Gasoline-Electric United States 71

The Truth About Cars

MARCH 25, 2024

The Cayman and Boxster be joining the gasoline-powered Macan SUV in the afterlife, which encountered its own regional demise for similar reasons. While all models will reportedly return as electric vehicles, we know things will never be the same. The next-generation 718 will be purely electric when it goes on sale in 2025.

Porsche 111

Porsche Europe Dodge Connect 111

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Terrafugia will also benefit from the Geely Group’s significant expertise and track record of innovation within the global auto industry. It will run on premium unleaded automotive gasoline, fit in a standard construction single-car garage, and convert between flight and drive modes in less than one minute.

Cars 244

Cars MIT Miles 2006 244

Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2011

emissions (kg CO 2 person -1 yr -1 ) for a global sample of countries (2007) with a wide range of per capita incomes. Per capita transport CO 2 emissions are decomposed into the product of two terms: per capita LDV use (horizontal axis, veh-km person -1 yr -1 ) and propulsion carbon intensity (vertical axis, g CO 2 veh-km -1 ).

Light 252

Light Vehicles Climate Emissions 252

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2009

Renewables account for approximately 10-15% of the global energy infrastructure investment and according to New Energy Finance renewables have been hit hard by the global recession with a 47% in Q1 2009 vs. Q1 2008 ($13.3 The US is in a race for global dominance in the new energy economy with China. Billion vs. $28.3

Financing 150

Financing Renewable Stimulus Package Energy 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2012

Very broadly, they found that an LCFS would buffer the economy against global oil price spikes, trim demand for petroleum, and lessen upward pressure on gas prices. Set a target of reducing the carbon intensity of gasoline and diesel by 10 to 15 percent by 2030. Create separate fuel pools for gasoline and diesel.

Carbon 247

Carbon Oil-Sands Standards Design 247

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Current Hybrids are natural donor platforms because they already have most of the needed electric propulsion components, so the conversion process deals primarily with integrating larger battery packs.A What changes do we make to convert a gasoline-only hybrid to a Plug-In Hybrid? See SEVA:Electric vehicle. In English-system (vs.

PHEV 49

PHEV Prius Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 49

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2017

FCA US unveiled the Chrysler Portal concept, an all-electric, semi-autonomous (SAE Level 3) interpretation of the “fifth generation” of family transportation focused toward the millennial generation. Millennials are seeking practical and functional products that provide both capability and a sense of personal style. Battery-electric.

Chrysler 150

Chrysler Connect Connected Concept 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In In this paper PHEV refers solely to the long-range PHEV of 60 miles (100 km) electric-only range.) It is much more than that.

PHEV 150

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150