Electric Auto Association

JUNE 5, 2022

“We’re 100% used EVs and hybrids,” said Robert Beas of Beas Auto Sales , noting that he displayed a pre- owned Prius Prime, Mitsubishi Outlander, Hyundai Sonata, Chevrolet Volt, and Ford C-max plug-in hybrids at the event. Used EVs are much more affordable,” he continued. Everyone loved these cars,” Beas said.

Prius 92

Prius Personal DIY 2008 92

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

Researchers at the University of Houston (UH), with colleagues from Central China Normal University and the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, have developed a two-electrode catalyst that relies on one compound to produce hydrogen and oxygen efficiently from both seawater and freshwater. N (Fe 0.01 -Ni&Ni 0.2 —Ning et al.

Hydrogen 199

Hydrogen Production Water Houston 199

Baua Electric

DECEMBER 30, 2023

We rounded up all the affordable EVs that are arriving in 2024 and 2025 , and if automakers hold to their word—or at least their hints—it’s going to get better for those who don’t have a luxury budget. This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending December 29, 2023.

Affordable 52

Affordable Clean Cleaning Hydrogen 52

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The Model 3 its affordable ($35,000 as it was originally advertised, though most have sold for more), smaller model changed everything. First was to introduce the second generation Chevrolet Volt range-extended electric car (which gets tossed in with plug-in hybrids even though its system really takes a different approach).

Electric Cars 105

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

The energy storage density of liquid fuels far exceeds that of batteries and hydrogen. GM also plans to make the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle flex-fuel-capable about a year or so after it’s introduced. Source: GM. Click to enlarge. In a keynote presentation at the Renewable Fuel Association’s 15 th Annual National.

GM 218

GM Commercial Energy Storage Tax Credit 218

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

General Motors is working with communities such as San Francisco to develop a plan of action to establish the supporting technical and policy infrastructure required for broad commercialization of plug-in electric vehicles such as the upcoming Chevrolet Volt. GM described its approach at the Washington Auto Show. Earlier post.).

Plug-in 150

Plug-in GM San Francisco Plug 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2012

not a series-hybrid type vehicle such as the Chevrolet Volt equipped with a full-capability engine. While the APU within the vehicle may evolve during this transition, from gasoline to advanced biofuels to hydrogen, it is reasonable to believe. suitable for more affordable and therefore more widespread application.

Plug-in 300

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Vehicles 300

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Earlier post.).

GM 262

GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy 262

Teslarati

MARCH 1, 2023

18:41 CST – Elon Musk noted that one thing that for the vast majority of people, things are affordability driven. Most times, it’s a matter of whether people can afford one. Affordability is what matters,” Musk said. Cybertruck, Optimus, and future vehicles will also use 48-volt architecture.

Tesla 144

Tesla Texas Economy Parts 144

Charged EVs

AUGUST 4, 2023

High-voltage DC current is more dangerous and harder to interrupt than the comparatively sedate 48 volts used in smaller vehicles. I’m on the SAE Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee, and I know we are trying to write 48-volt standards now. When will they need to go higher than 1,000 volts? Geoff Schwartz: Yes.

Standards 73

Standards Market Volt Vehicles 73

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

The hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle re-fuels in 3–5 minutes, travels up to 300 miles (482 km) on a full tank, and will be available to customers in California beginning in fall 2015. Additional markets will follow, tracking the expansion of a convenient hydrogen refueling infrastructure. High-pressure Hydrogen Tanks.

Prius 296

Prius Toyota Hydrogen Carbon Fiber 296

Plugs and Cars

APRIL 22, 2007

In January GM announced the Volt, a smart idea that makes use of the two existing primary energy infrastructures - the electric grid and gasoline stations. With NiMH batteries - those that provide energy to every hybrid on the road and thousands of all-electric cars - the Volt plug-in hybrid could go into production today.

Volt 100

Volt NiMH GM Plug-in 100

Baua Electric

MARCH 28, 2024

It signals plug-in-hybrid-like electric range for the commute, without any need for hydrogen—a departure from the modest, hybrid-sized packs that have been typical in fuel-cell passenger vehicles up until now. And the 50-cent-a-gallon-equivalent hydrogen prices that a federally funded study suggested a decade ago were possible around now?

Honda 40

Honda Grid Plug Hydrogen 40

Green Cars News

DECEMBER 4, 2009

fuel vehicles including hybrids, modern clean-diesel, electric, hydrogen fuel cell and ethanol powered vehicles. This year’s show will feature more clean diesels than ever before including some new affordable options such as the Volkswagen Golf TDI and the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI. Chevrolet Volt. BMW X6 Active Hybrid. •

Green Cars 39

Green Cars Los Angeles HS 250h LS 600H 39

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

As a more long term solution, GM is introducing homogenous charge compression ignition (HCCI) which can offer a 12-15 per cent improvement in fuel economy while remaining more affordable than diesel or hybrid technologies. It is expected that the technology will reach the market within 10 years.

General Motors 40

General Motors Green Motor Motors 40

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

The current 12-volt electrical system and, above all, the new 48-volt system offer many ways of making driving even sportier, more comfortable and more efficient. That is making electric mobility affordable for more and more customers. Hydrogen is supplied to the anode, where it is broken down into protons and electrons.

Audi 150

Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2017

hours at 240 volts. The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric is geared toward consumers who desire a spacious, comfortable and affordable sedan that suits their daily driving needs. Honda expects the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid will earn an EPA fuel economy rating of 105 MPGe combined. kWh battery pack. Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. Click to enlarge.

Plug-in 199

Plug-in Honda New York Plug 199

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2014

Researchers at Stanford University, with colleagues at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and other institutions, have developed a nickel-based electrocatalyst for low-cost water-splitting for hydrogen production with performance close to that of much more expensive commercial platinum electrocatalysts. Catalysts Hydrogen Production'

Low Cost 273

Low Cost Water Hydrogen Taiwan 273

Cars That Think

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

The linear generator can quickly switch between different types of green (and not-so-green, if need be) fuel, including biogas, ammonia, and hydrogen. This optimal compression varies with conditions, beginning with the choice of fuel: Hydrogen, for example, reacts with less compression than ammonia. That’s the LEM.

Fuel 143

Fuel Store Gas-Electric Energy 143

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

He went on to state that it is “not enough to build niche vehicles that only a few can afford to buy or fulfil only a small subset of customer needs.”. GM plans to introduce the Chevrolet Volt (to be known in Europe as the Opel/Vauxhall Ampera) by 2010 with a 40mile all-electric range.

Plug-in 39

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Future 39

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

ultra You might also like: Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles 9 Electric Cars 100 Years Old or More The Chinese BYD F3DM, First Mass Produced Electric Car, Fails with Consumers GM Ditches Volt for Geo Metro Hybrid? What I do need is an affordable alternative to Lead Acid. About 15 amps from a 110v outlet is adequate.

MIT 45

MIT Gas-Electric Gas Electric Cars 45

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

The introduction of affordable noise management systems offers multiple benefits to manufacturers and consumers alike, achieving eco-friendly optimization of vehicle weight reductions and improved CO2 emissions. Working systems are ready for production implementation and manufacture. 61) REPORT: Buyer perception holding back U.S.

Hybrid 30

Hybrid i-MiEV 2009 New York 30

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 20, 2009

German energy firm RWE has stated that a cadre of respected automakers and energy firms have all come together in agreement on a three-point, 400-volt plug that will enable electric cars the world over to be recharged anywhere, regardless of which recharging station they stop at.

Recharge 75

Recharge Plug Electric Vehicles 2009 75

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Audi Q5 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Concept. Two high-pressure cylinders store hydrogen under a pressure of 700 bar. The battery consists of 72 cells; at 266 volts its nominal energy is 1.3 For recharging the battery a household current with 230 volts suffices; the process takes six to eight hours for a fully discharged battery.

Audi 225

Audi Electric Vehicles Hybrid Range 225

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. See Chevy Volt for latest. Continues promotion and development of hydrogen as long-term strategy. Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. Plans Saturn Vue PHEV-10. Newsweek ).

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45

Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 22, 2009

But the tests are too costly for the typical small startup to afford and the warranties are unattainable because the electric batteries currently used to power plug-ins don’t last ten years. But they say they still can’t afford the expensive testing.

Prius 100

Prius Plug-in Plug Gasoline-Electric 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Newly installed CEO Fritz Henderson argues that pioneering projects like the Volt typically lose money until the technology catches on. "The Volt is a case study. " In other words, General Motors is going to lose its shirt until the Volt establishes itself in the marketplace. Wired Home Subscribe Sections Cars 2.0

Volt 41

Volt GM Chevrolet EV1 41