Remove Auto Remove Environment Remove Market Remove Neighborhood
article thumbnail

Ford, Ford Credit introduce sustainable financing framework prioritizing EV, clean production, community investments

Green Car Congress

Ford Motor Company and its financing subsidiary, Ford Motor Credit Company, introduced the North America auto industry’s first sustainable financing framework, focusing on and paying for ambitious plans in vehicle electrification and other environmental and social areas.

Financing 170
article thumbnail

EV-maker Eli launches its $11,900 electric micro ‘car’ in the US

Baua Electric

Microcars, often referred to as quadricycles in Europe and Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) or Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) in the US, are a niche category designed largely for urban travel. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. Introducing the Eli ZERO to the U.S. I mean, why not?

article thumbnail

Jail Cells? Morgues? Your Cruise Ship Has Some Surprises for You.

Baua Electric

Some ships, like Royal Caribbean’s Quantum class vessels, have a Deck 13 because the vessels are used mainly for the company’s market in Asia, where the number is not considered unlucky. meetings With all-inclusive beverage packages and countless bars, cruise ships can be a tough environment for guests in recovery. Most ships host A.A.

article thumbnail

A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Management Software Solution

Driivz

The beating heart of EV charging lies in the software and management systems that enable this dynamic market. Time-to-Market (TTM) : a management solution reduces or eliminates the need for bespoke system development and simplifies otherwise complex integration, speeding TTM. Also supports bidding in flexible energy markets.

article thumbnail

This Dutch City Is Road-Testing Vehicle-to-Grid Tech

Cars That Think

This initiative is taking place in an environment where everyday citizens want to travel without causing emissions and are increasingly aware of the value of renewables and energy security. “We Market watchers have seen a parade of “just about there” moments for vehicle-to-grid technology. In the UK, experiments are. We Drive Solar.

Grid 94
article thumbnail

GE and Nissan Get Into Smart Charging

Revenge of the Electric Car

As these plug-in vehicles come to market, though, people in the auto and utility industries say there still are a few issues that need to be cleared up to make the transition smooth for car owners. Nissan last week began taking orders for the Nissan Leaf, an all-electric sedan that can go about 100 miles.

Nissan 100
article thumbnail

The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US

Green Car Congress

Therefore it is important that auto manufacturers, policy makers and electric utilities work together very closely. He said that they thought it very likely that California and Northern California would be the epicenter for the PEV market. The impact from plug-in electric vehicles on the grid could be very substantial.

Plug-in 210