article thumbnail

Daimler Takes 10% Stake in Tesla; Strategic Partnership to Collaborate on Future Models

Green Car Congress

Daimler has had 100 smart electric cars undergoing large-scale trials in London since 2007. These electric vehicles are being tested in day-to-day assignments by fleet operators and private customers. In 2010 the company will introduce its first battery-powered Mercedes-Benz. Earlier post.)

article thumbnail

Daimler buys stake in Tesla

Green Cars News

So far, 100 smart electric cars have already been undergoing large-scale trials in London since 2007. These electric vehicles are being tested in day-to-day assignments by fleet operators and private customers. In 2010 the company will introduce its first battery-powered Mercedes-Benz.

Buy 88
article thumbnail

Soot and Spin: Two Plug-in Paradoxes

Plugs and Cars

Paradox 1 - Soot: There's an apparent emissions paradox with plug-in hybrids (PHEV): Driving longer distances on battery power means more cold starts as the internal combustion engine (ICE) stops and starts up again after the batteries deplete. Cold starts mean more pollution. I'm afraid not. We haven't got the time or money.

Plug-in 100
article thumbnail

Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

Green Car Congress

At the competence center for high-voltage battery technology at Gaimersheim, just outside the main plant in Ingolstadt, Audi specialists are developing the traction batteries for future electric mobility. Direct current charging with 150 kW of power is the next step. Fast charging and Audi wireless charging.

Audi 150
article thumbnail

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Several dozen prototypes on 15-passenger van since 2004; now in second generation development; no production plans. Volkswagen CEO says "Future belongs to electric cars," has gained German government support for development. The battery technology is one of the biggest challenges," Kuzak said. Detroit News ).

Plug-in 45