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German transportation major FlixBus enters India – ET Auto

Baua Electric

The company promises to transform intercity passenger transportation in the country with convenient traveling at a competitive price and the best-in-class safety standards. Philipp Ackermann , Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to India and Bhutan, said, “The German transportation major Flixbus is coming to India.

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GM Maven introduces monthly offering for members; vehicles include the Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Volt

Green Car Congress

Members can download the Maven app to view pricing by market in real time for Maven Reserve. Maven is a flexible mobility platform that provides members multiple offerings and pricing structures. Maven Reserve allows members to select from wider range of pricing options including hourly to daily or monthly.

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The State of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Electrification

Driivz

In addition to providing clean transportation for children, school bus electrification programs will add $6 billion to the economy and create 46,000 job years. According to the Global Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero program, there 180 models of battery electric MHD trucks and cargo vans available now in the U.S. and Europe.

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Coulomb Technologies to Provide 4,600 Free Home and Public Charging Stations Through ChargePoint America Program

Green Car Congress

The $37-million ChargePoint America program is made possible by a $15-million grant funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the Transportation Electrification Initiative administered by the Department of Energy. Integrating with the utility Smart Grid for demand side management and preferred pricing.

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A123 Systems introduces Li-ion 6T battery designed specifically for military applications; engine start and silent watch

Green Car Congress

A123’s Military 6T Battery is about 50% lighter than lead acid battery systems, offering significant weight savings for transport to the battlefield. This improves fuel economy and packing efficiency of the transport vehicle which allows for fewer trips into hostile areas. Reduced Weight. Intelligent Battery Management System.

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Rad Power Bikes unveils 4 new e-bikes & faster speeds in biggest shakeup yet

Baua Electric

Both the Radster Road and Radster Trail are priced at US $1,999 and are available now on the company’s website. The 20 mph (32 km/h) e-bike includes a 50mm travel hydraulic suspension fork, 20″x4″ fat tires, and features a folding design that makes it easier to transport in a vehicle or store in a tight space.

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EV Briefs, and Black Rock City & EVs

Plugs and Cars

Although Black Rock City probably has the worst air in the west during its brief annual existence, it is where I had my first electric transport epiphany. If drivers have to pay for fuel, this may become Project Permanently Parked in the Driveway, as the price of H2 is about four times that of gasoline.

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