Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

75 mph) on electric power alone, coupled with an all-wheel driving experience headlined by powerful acceleration and a dynamically-biased distribution of power through enthusiastically taken corners. When power demands allow, the high-voltage battery is recharged by the electric motor. 22 miles) and a top speed of 120 km/h (approx.

BMW 306

BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2012

Maximum vehicle speed in Normal mode is 85 mph (137 km/h); maximum in Sport mode, which also has a more aggressive accelerator pedal feel, is 100 mph (161 km/h). The system recovers the energy and converts it to electrical energy, which recharges the battery and extends driving range. kWh of useable energy at full charge.

Toyota 281

Toyota California Tesla EPA 281

Revenge of the Electric Car

OCTOBER 25, 2008

The biggest obstacle for those who would prefer an alternative has been lack of purchasable plug-in electric vehicles since 2003 when auto manufacturers ceased production of plug-in EVs like the GM EV1, Honda EV Plus, and Toyota RAV4-EV. Top speed is electronically limited to 152 km/h (95 mph).

Mini E 100

Mini E BMW Power Powered 100

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2011

First shown as a concept vehicle at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show, the production car version of Mitsubishi i was introduced to the Japanese public in January 2006. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may activate the brake warning system (audible alert and illuminated warning light). Background.

i-MiEV 239

i-MiEV Mitsubishi Lithium Ion Batteries 239