Pike Research has published an update to its earlier forecasts on xEVs: hybrid (HEVs); plug-in hybrid (PHEVs); and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). As a result of new assumptions, Pike Research has slightly reduced its forecasts for plug-in vehicles (PEVs: PHEVs and BEVs combined) from past forecasts. million in 2020, or 2.1% million. MORE >>

In addition to the general effort supporting the legislation, CalCars has been working with PIA and the aftermarket companies to keep the 10% credit for conversions hybrids and internal combustion engine vehicles in the legislation. Andy Frank and dedicated people in the auto and utilities industry and government to advance PHEV concepts. MORE >>

The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman of product development, made the announcement during the Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, Michigan. Glimpse of the new crossover. MORE >>

Founded in 1992, USCAR is the collaborative automotive technology company for Chrysler Group LLC, Ford Motor Company and General Motors. The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development. Brief MORE >>

Often described as "the father of the modern plug-in hybrid," Andy has spent more than half his life imagining, designing, prototyping, and educating about PHEVs. link] His award-winning "Team Fate" retrofit projects under the FutureCar, FutureTruck and Challenge X programs showed the potential of PHEVs. link]. link]. MORE >>