Green Car Reports

JANUARY 16, 2015

Chevrolet went out on a limb back in 2010 when it introduced the 2011 Chevy Volt extended-range electric vehicle. Now it’s taking a much riskier step by showing off the upcoming battery-powered Bolt—a pure electric car with a promised 200-mile range.

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JUNE 22, 2009

Smith Electric Vehicles US Corporation (SEVUS) and Altec Industries Inc. The truck is a battery-powered, all-electric Smith Newton produced by SEV US and SEV UK with an aerial bucket integrated by Altec Industries Inc. SEV US will begin production using chassis from multiple vehicle manufacturers. feet and reach of 28.3

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OCTOBER 29, 2011

exhibited five models from its Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) lineup, including three trucks all based on the Atlas 24 model equipped with Nissan LEAF components and other EV-related technologies at the 2011 Tokyo Truck Show: the e-NT400 Atlas Concept; the Atlas F24 Refrigerator Van by Li-ion Battery; and the Atlas F24 Power Supply Truck.

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JULY 13, 2010

Focus Electric will have a targeted range of up to 100 miles per full charge with zero tailpipe emissions. It is one of five electrified vehicles Ford is bringing to market in the US in the next two years. All of the vehicles will be built off the company’s new global C-car platform.

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AUGUST 18, 2010

The project started in August 2010 and the first flight is scheduled to take place in 2011. Technically, the new aircraft is based upon the Antares 20E as well as the fuel-cell powered Antares DLR-H2. In the hydrogen version, fuel cells replace the batteries. metric tons, and it will carry payloads of up to 200 kilograms.

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OCTOBER 9, 2010

Quallion showcased the system, which is designed to support 10 hour of cooling at end-of-life, at the recent Battery Show in San Jose, California. The company, in partnership with Centro Ricerche Fiat SCpA (Fiat Research Centre) also highlighted the Fiat Panda Hybrid Fuel Cell/Battery vehicle, equipped with a Quallion battery, at the show.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2015

In addition to delivering a 64% savings in operating costs compared to conventional diesel trucks, the Canter E-Cells also reduced CO 2 emissions by 37% compared to diesel, taking into account the current power production mix in Portugal. All in all, the eight vehicles travelled 51,500 kilometers (32,000 miles) without any problems.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Elements of Raser’s current series plug-in hybrid (extended range electric vehicle) drive system. Berg helped found Li-ion battery company Valence and has served on the board of directors since September 1991. million was paid at closing and the remainder to be paid by 20 December 2010. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 5, 2010

Chevrolet and OnStar used the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas as the venue to unveil a smartphone application—which GM categorizes as the auto industry’s first such—that will allow Chevrolet Volt owners 24/7 connection and control of vehicle functions and OnStar features remotely. Walt Dorfstatter, president, OnStar.

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JULY 15, 2010

Projected incremental mass due to the energy storage and electricity generation system for (a) a 100- and (b) 300-mile range for a battery electric vehicle and a fuel cell electric vehicle. EERL is responsible for R&D for both battery and fuel cell systems. Credit: ACS, Wagner et al. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Mandatory regional criteria pollutant reduction targets will be established in the 2016 State Implementation Plans (SIPs) with expected reductions on the order of 90% below 2010 levels in the South Coast and similar reductions in the San Joaquin Valley by the year 2032. million zero emission vehicles on its roads by 2025.

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MARCH 19, 2009

billion in federal funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) in support of the development of advanced electric drive vehicles (EDVs) including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV), electric vehicles (EV), and fuel cell vehicles (FCV). Electric Drive Vehicle Battery and Components.

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AUGUST 1, 2009

unveiled the Nissan LEAF production electric vehicle. Designed specifically for a lithium-ion battery-powered chassis, Nissan LEAF is a medium-size hatchback that seats five adults and has a range of more than 160km (100 miles) on one full charge, based on an urban driving cycle (US LA4 [ 1 ] ). Click to enlarge. [

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 13, 2010

Musk sharing almost inaudible comments about various electric vehicles and features that caught their respective eyes.&#. January 12, 2010, 4:58 pm. Lutz spent most of his 30 minutes with Mr. Musk sharing almost inaudible comments about various electric vehicles and features that caught their respective eyes. By JERRY GARRETT.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2010

In a paper published in the journal Transport Policy , Jonn Axsen, Ken Kurani and Andrew Burke explore two aspects of the “ purported problem ” in the context of starting a market for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs): performance goals, and the abilities of present and near-term battery chemistries to meet those goals. Battery mass.

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MARCH 3, 2009

The Ampera goes on sale in Europe in 2011, the Spark in early 2010. The Ampera is an extended range electric vehicle based on the Voltec technology used in the Chevrolet Volt. Equipped with a 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack, the five-door, four-seat hatchback has a battery-powered range of up to 60 km (37 miles) (MVEG cycle).

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

N ow that the number one automaker and the number two automaker has made the commitment to building Plug In hybrid / electric vehicles by 2010, another automotive giant is joining the race. Nissan also expects to sell a lineup of electric vehicles globally by 2012. clip The company plans to introduce 60 models worldwide by 2012.

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Plug In Partners

JUNE 30, 2008

If all goes as planned, VW is hoping to introduce the technology on vehicles by 2010, that magical year when plug-in electric vehicles being promised by multiple automakers are supposed to hit the world's roads. liter turbo-diesel that makes 122 HP which can take over once the batteries have been drained.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 2, 2009

Japanese manufacturer Nissan has made no secret of the fact that it believes the future of green cars revolves firmly around zero-emission electric technology rather than hybrid cars - and now it has the vehicle to back up its claims. So what makes the vehicle so special?

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

Light duty vehicle fleet by type and average fuel efficiency. 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. Source: ExxonMobil Outlook.

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MAY 16, 2013

Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The tailpipes terminate in the upper part of the rear end immediately above the engine; no other production vehicle uses this solution. The global warranty period for the traction battery is seven years. Earlier post.)

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EV Adoption

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

But in the automotive world and especially when related to electric vehicles, deliveries frequently fall well short of what was promised. And it is looking through that lens that I wanted to dive into GM’s most recent electric vehicle “supply” promise. Electric Vehicle PR Is Driving Up the Stock Price.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

In addition to the standard driving mode, Prius v drive system also includes an Eco driving mode, an EV driving mode, and a Power mode. In Power mode, enhanced mid-range response enables easier coping with slopes and mountainous terrain. (The other two are the Prius Plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) and the Prius c.).

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MARCH 21, 2009

GM is defining a “reuse” strategy for cells, packs and modules within its future vehicle line-up. GM is emphasizing the role of thermal management and control systems in the overall pack and vehicle performance. GM views its value-add to the overall pack—and hence to the vehicle—as the thermal management and electronic controls.

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Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 3, 2008

Here's the press release: PLUG-IN PARTNERS DECLARES VICTORY In January 2006, Austin Energy launched the national Plug-In Partners campaign, a grassroots effort to demonstrate to automakers that there is sufficient demand to support the mass production of flexible-fuel plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Parent company BYD Co.—it

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Green Cars News

MAY 20, 2009

Tesla is the only production automaker selling a highway capable electric vehicle in North America and Europe, and as such Daimler’s investment will see the company furthering its development of battery-run cars. “As a young and dynamic company, Tesla stands for visionary power and pioneering spirit.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 5, 2024

A brief moment in EV history passed us by about a decade ago, when the little-known VIA Motors introduced their lineup of VTRUX hybrid-electric vehicles. Your author managed to hear absolutely nothing about this brand or its vehicles until a post on Twit-X a couple of weeks ago. Let’s learn about the world of VTRUX.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2010

Cost-effectiveness of vehicle electrification using today’s assumptions. The study by Aaron Brooker, Matthew Thorton and John Rugh aimed to identify possible pathways to cost-effective vehicle electrification by evaluating a variety of scenarios and technology improvements. For example, in the high power PHEV10 case, a 5.9

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Some of the new and updated models, such as a battery-powered version of Geelys Panda hatchback, may hit the market as early as October, and in some cases they might carry price tags low enough for farmers and other rural residents with limited financial means. in late 2010. Great Wall Motor Co., Prius hybrid.

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Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

DECEMBER 4, 2009

And EVJerr's blogging from Tucson with a couple sites to hit -- the popular bookstore, Bookman's is installing two e-vehicle chargers at two sites and one in Phoenix (See Arizona Daily Star, Thursday, 3 Dec "Ground broken for e-vehicle chargers" article by Dan Sorenson). before trucking back to Home Sweet Bisbee.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Mercedes-Benz is introducing the A-Class E-CELL, a compact five-seat battery-electric car with a range of more than 200 km (124 miles) (NEDC), targeted as a family EV for urban areas. A total production run of 500 A-Class E-CELL cars will be built at Rastatt, beginning in autumn 2010. Earlier post.).

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Green Cars News

APRIL 30, 2009

Confirming and extending the overhaul of Vehicle Excise Duty Rates. Introducing a vehicle scrappage scheme. Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). This is intended to provide a greater incentive for drivers to choose a lower-carbon car within the class of vehicle they prefer. Confirming future increases in fuel duty. Company Car Tax.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 30, 2009

the only companyselling hydrogen-powered cars to U.S. policy shifts to favor battery-powered autos. Honda, Japan’s second-largest carmaker, last week beganbuilding a lithium-ion battery factory with joint-venturepartner GS Yuasa Corp. Tokyo-based Honda plansstarting producing the vehicles in late 2010. “We

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

miles) in the NEDC. F-CELL drivers will also benefit from a battery-powered range of up to 49 km (30.5 miles) from the 9.3 kWh (net) lithium-ion battery (13.8 Another genuine world first is the combination with a large additional lithium-ion battery, which can be conveniently charged using plug-in technology.

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DECEMBER 14, 2009

In Tokyo, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) formally announced the introduction of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid—the plug-in version of the third-generation Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle—into key markets. TMC said it is therefore actively encouraging market introduction and aiding understanding of the vehicle type. Earlier post.).

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Featured Specs Battery-powered electric drivetrain Three wheels; 0.15 Cd 1,700 pounds 100-mile cruising range Driving the Prototype of the EV Three-Wheeler By John ODell, Senior Editor Email Date posted: 2009-03-16 21:00:00.0 Featured Specs Battery-powered electric drivetrain Three wheels; 0.15 What is that?"

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

The study, in press in the Journal of Power Sources , examines the efficiency and costs of current and future EVs, as well as their impact on electricity demand and infrastructure for generation and distribution, and thereby on GHG emissions. Building on the SHEV drivetrains, they assumed PHEVs with an electric range of 50 km (31 miles) and.

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