Alphabet Soup: Electric Car Acronyms and Abbreviations
Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Wondering about all those strange letters of the electric car world? I'm about to explain them.
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Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Wondering about all those strange letters of the electric car world? I'm about to explain them.
Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 26, 2019
Polar bears aside, what is the human cost of climate change? Do you ever think about how climate change will affect you and me?
Electric Cars are for Girls
JULY 4, 2019
Wondering where the best places are to get electric car conversion kits? Here are a few of my favorites.
Electric Cars are for Girls
APRIL 16, 2019
I have an ‘87 VW Vanagon Syncro. I’ve done three petrol engine swaps and am ready to try electric.
Electric Cars are for Girls
MARCH 20, 2019
The makers of these devices are claiming it will increase your gas mileage to 100 mpg or more. How cool is that? (It's not.
Electric Cars are for Girls
MARCH 15, 2019
I intend converting a VW sedan to electric, but live in a hot climate. Is it possible/practical to have A/C.
Electric Cars are for Girls
MARCH 13, 2019
As exciting as a DIY electric conversion sounds, many people don't have the time, skills, and/or inclination to convert a vehicle themselves.
Electric Cars are for Girls
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
The different types of fuel cells are used for various jobs, from powering cell phones to generating electricity for power grids.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JANUARY 27, 2019
I am looking at converting my 95 Mazda 626, but I’m finding that most conversions end up being very bulky.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JANUARY 23, 2019
Hydrogen fuel cell cars are electric cars. (Or are they?
Electric Cars are for Girls
DECEMBER 22, 2018
The Historical Electric Vehicle Foundation (HEVF.org) and our Route 66 Electric Vehicle Museum are proud to announce the gift of twelve electric vehicles of historic significance from the prestigious collection of the Peterson Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, California. The last vehicle was delivered today on December 21th.
Electric Cars are for Girls
DECEMBER 20, 2018
What type of wire is required or recommended for the primary power from the battery to the controller -then to the motor? must it be shielded?
Electric Cars are for Girls
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Please let me know which companies are willing to provide insurance for an EV converted car, in the greater Toronto area.
Electric Cars are for Girls
DECEMBER 1, 2018
The Fisker Karma is back, and is now called the Karma Revero. You'd think I'd love it, right?
Electric Cars are for Girls
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
I want to convert a Class 8 rig to a hybrid, with a 50kw diesel charging the batteries or running the motor(s) directly. Do you think this is possible?
Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Deep cycle batteries or regular auto batteries for your electric car? Don't waste your money!
Electric Cars are for Girls
JULY 13, 2017
The Historic Route 66 Electric Vehicle Museum in Kingman, Arizona adds to its collection.
Electric Cars are for Girls
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Global warming, its causes and effects, and a little global warming controversy.
Electric Cars are for Girls
SEPTEMBER 28, 2013
'National Plug In Day is a nationwide celebration to heighten awareness of today''s widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more. They are fun to drive, are less expensive and more convenient to fuel than gasoline vehicles, are better for the environment, promote local jobs, and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
Electric Cars are for Girls
MAY 28, 2013
'I''m happy to announce the release of our new book, called "Let''s Talk about Electric Cars: 8 Most Inspiring Interviews". This book is a collection of real conversations with real people about the electric cars that they drive every day: Volt and LEAF drivers, beer budget EV converters, high-end EV converters, electric drag racers, Prius plug-in converters.well, you get the idea: ) I hope this helps you decide which electric car might fit your life best - before you make the leap and invest yo
Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 24, 2012
Interview with Don Otto about his electric bicycle conversion, how much it cost, and how long it took to put it together.
Electric Cars are for Girls
OCTOBER 5, 2012
The Kenguru NEV is pretty much the PERFECT around-town vehicle for wheelchair users. It's more convenient and easier to use than its gas-guzzling counterpart, and it's a quarter of the price.
Electric Cars are for Girls
SEPTEMBER 1, 2012
The Lynch motor has a reputation for having an outstanding power-to-weight ratio - but they're small. For his electric car, Dr. Paul Pancella twinned two Lynch motors together for full-size performance from a half-size motor.
Electric Cars are for Girls
AUGUST 30, 2012
Toronto's EV Fest 2012 is a place where the public, business owners, and fleet managers can come to learn about electric vehicles and green energy. Sept. 9 at Evergreen Brickworks, 10-5.
Electric Cars are for Girls
AUGUST 28, 2012
Does the neighborhood electric vehicle have a place in today's high-speed electric car world? I think it does, and even has the potential to save lives.
Electric Cars are for Girls
AUGUST 7, 2012
"After a spin around FedExField in the new Focus EV, I think Ford has definitely upped their game.
Electric Cars are for Girls
FEBRUARY 29, 2012
The Larz Anderson Auto Museum on Sunday October 21, 2012 will be hosting our second annual Green Day: Bringing Technology and People Together through Green Innovations - a family friendly event to promote green driving and living in Massachusetts. We welcome those with any green modes of transportation; grease cars, electric cars, hybrid cars, solar cars, motorized and regular bicycles, Segways, scooters, etc.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JULY 20, 2012
Maybe there's something even better for EVs than lithium ion batteries. These have never been very robust, but maybe that's all changing now.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 17, 2012
A look at electric cars for sale in the US right now like the Nissan Leaf, the Chevy Volt, and the Tesla Roadster.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 11, 2012
Grandma power is saving the planet.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 11, 2012
The Sparrow electric car was featured in Austin Powers 'Goldmember'. Groovy, baby!
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 11, 2012
Hazel Henderson went from housewife to clean air activist in one (smoggy!) New York year.
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 8, 2012
My favorite of the Zap electric cars is a zebra-striped Xebra. Sure, they do other paint jobs.but WHY??
Electric Cars are for Girls
JUNE 8, 2012
Steve Schneider, long time CEO of US operations at Zap, is now GONE. What does this mean for the future of Zap, I wonder?
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