Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2011

Detroit Edison (DTE) President and Chief Operating Officer, Steven Kurmas, presented two out of four recently-purchased Ford Transit Connect Electric vehicles ( earlier post ) at DTE Energy headquarters in downtown Detroit. —Steven Kurmas. The vehicles were purchased from Suburban Ford of Sterling Heights, Mich.,

Transit Connect 199

Transit Connect Connect Connected Detroit 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Li-ion battery maker LG Chem will supply the 16-kWh Li-ion battery pack system and controls for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan. The agreement with FCA US marks the first time LG Chem will engineer and manufacture a complete battery pack in Michigan for a volume production North American PHEV. Earlier post.)

PHEV 150

PHEV Chrysler Li-ion Minivan 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 14, 2018

Improving standardization with electric vehicle charging may help reduce complexity for fleet operators and truck drivers as well as maintenance providers, and recharging/refueling providers. Penske Truck Leasing sees increased interest among its commercial customers related to electric vehicles (EVs). Penske Truck Leasing Co.,

Standards 170

Standards Commercial Charging North America 170

Revenge of the Electric Car

DECEMBER 28, 2009

GM to invest $700m in Volt rechargeable electric car. By Richard Kessler for Recharge News. “GM is spending $336m to upgrade the Hamtramck plant; $202m for a new plant in Flint, north of Detroit, that will build 1.4 GM to invest $700m in Volt rechargeable electric car. Related Stories.

Volt 124

Volt Detroit GM Recharge 124

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. 1 gallon of gasoline=33.7 Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.; Raleigh-Durham, N.C.;

Michigan 363

Michigan 2012 Ford Lithium Ion 363

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Chevrolet says it has made the charging system in the next-generation Volt even easier for customers to recharge the battery and to check the charge status. The next-generation Volt debuts in January in Detroit at the North American International Auto Show. The new and enhanced features include: GPS location-based charging.

Volt 268

Volt Charging Detroit Chevrolet 268

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2010

Detroit News. The Detroit News previously reported it had received board approval for production. The Detroit News previously reported it had received board approval for production. Earlier post.). Cadillac included the Converj concept car at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

Cadillac 150

Cadillac GM Lithium Ion Detroit 150

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Not only that, it will “reach the end of the trail with enough range to drive back to town and recharge,” Morrison claimed. The platform serves between 85 and 118 kWh battery pack options with up to 500 mi (800 km) range for sedans. Source: Detroit News FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

Jeep 52

Jeep Las Vegas Jeep EV SUV 52

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

The 48 V on-board electric subsystem uses a lithium-ion battery as its energy store. When braking, the electric machines act as a generator and recharge the lithium-ion battery. Schaeffler is now applying 48V hybridization to an Audi TT. The characteristics of the whole drive train change if the driver selects Sport mode.

Audi 150

Audi Hybrid Lithium Ion North America 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2009

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected seven cost-shared research projects for the development of advanced batteries for electric drive vehicles. These projects were selected under the battery materials and manufacturing topic area from the Vehicle Technologies Program Wide Funding Opportunity Announcement released early in 2008.

Lithium Ion 150

Lithium Ion North Carolina Lithium Sulfur Li-ion 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

The report, Plug-In Electric Vehicles: A Practical Plan for Progress , examines public policies toward PEVs, taking into account the promise and limitations of PEVs, recent improvements in battery technology, market dynamics, and the proliferation of policies around the world that promote the use of PEVs. Bill Ford on the prospects for EVs.

Plug-in 218

Plug-in 2015 Plug Recharge 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2020

The air blower system—similar to the fan found in F-150’s ventilated seats—is powered by a rechargeable, portable battery, helping keep the respirator in constant use by first-line defenders. By 4 July, Ford-supplier Joyson Safety Systems will cut and sew 1.3 Collection kits for COVID-19 tests.

Manufacturer 292

Manufacturer Ford Power Powered 292

Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 11, 2010

The Detroit News. Detroit — It’s official: the Cadillac Converj will be the second extended-range electric vehicle that General Motors Co. The Converj was shown as a concept last year at the Detroit show, and The Detroit News has previously reported it received board approval for production. ALISA PRIDDLE.

Cadillac 100

Cadillac Detroit GM Lithium Ion 100

Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 13, 2010

The Revenge team filmed a historic meeting in Detroit today — getting GM Vice President and Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk together on camera for the first time. More details after the jump : Detroit’s Electric Avenue: The Street of Dreams? Mr. Paine asked Mr. Musk if he felt being in Detroit was akin to being “behind enemy lines.”

Detroit 140

Detroit Tesla Motors General Motors Volt 140

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2017

This is the third version of the new battery-electric I.D. BUZZ in Detroit in 2017 ( earlier post ). CROZZ has 225 kW (302 hp) of output, a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h) and can cover up to 311 miles (500 km) (NEDC) on one battery charge. The 83 kWh lithium-ion battery is housed in the CUV’s floor. Like the I.D.

2020 150

2020 Concept Production DC 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2015

Hyundai lanched the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle—Hyundai’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle—along with the hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Recharging takes as little as two and a half hours with a Level 2 charger.

PHEV 150

PHEV Hyundai Miles Range 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2012

Moreover, Gen Y consumers heavily favor hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles (57%) over pure battery electric vehicles (2%) or vehicles with a traditional gasoline-only powertrain (37%). Deloitte announced the preliminary results of the survey at its Shifting Gears conference yesterday in Detroit. —Craig Giffi. Smartphone on wheels.

Hybrid 277

Hybrid Auto Vehicles Automobile 277

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2009

The new technology, which builds on Ford technologies such as SYNC, SmartGauge with EcoGuide and Ford Work Solutions—allows the vehicle operator to program when to recharge the vehicle, for how long and at what utility rate. We are designing what plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles will be capable of in the future.

Grid 284

Grid Plug-in Ford Plug 284

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 10, 2017

Cars that run entirely or partly on electricity from a battery pack have no tailpipe emissions, but to judge their overall impact, you have to look at lifetime wells-to-wheels emissions.

Minivan 60

Minivan Emissions Chrysler Carbon 60

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2013

Ltd (GAC Group) is showing the Trumpchi GS5-BEV Pure Electric Vehicle Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The 35 kWh Li-ion battery pack is mounted low for vehicle stability and is managed by ACP’s “LOM” monitor and control system. Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., GAC Trumpchi GS5-BEV.

Detroit 319

Detroit Automobile Concept SUV 319

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2012

Automotive supplier KSPG Automotive (formerly Kolbenschmidt Pierburg), a subsidiary of Rheinmetall AG, and FEV have jointly developed a concept for a compact, 30 kW range extender for battery-electric vehicles. The advantages of such power units lie in the fact that they reduce battery size and costs and lower additional related weight.

Range 252

Range Gasoline-Electric Exhaust Engine 252

Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 15, 2006

GM Concept Car T here has been a rumor that General Motors might have a plug-in to show at the North American International Car Show in Detroit this coming January. GM likely to launch new plug-in hybrid Reuters Nov 10, 2006 DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors Corp. Here is the first confirmation that it is no longer a rumor.

GM 100

GM EV1 Los Angeles Detroit 100

Plugs and Cars

FEBRUARY 21, 2007

And GM keeps telling us the batteries aren't ready. AP via the Detroit News Link Albuquerque, N.M., They would be able to travel 250 miles before being recharged, officials said.". The $35 million facility on Albuquerque's west side will mean 400 new jobs, Gov. "The

New Mexico 100

New Mexico Mexico Albuquerque Building 100

Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

In January at the Detroit Auto Show, Chrysler upped the ante on its electric car bet by pledging to have 500,000 battery-powered vehicles on the road by 2013, including sports cars and trucks. “Until the (battery) storage gets resolved, I think electric vehicles are going to struggle,&# he said.

Chrysler 124

Chrysler Obama Dodge Circuit Minivan 124

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This allows it to run in electric mode before using the gasoline engine.

Plug-in 231

Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug 231

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2015

The first production Detroit Electric SP:01 ( earlier post ) has rolled off the line at the company’s Leamington Spa (UK) manufacturing facility. The new SP:01 is destined for one of Detroit Electric’s export markets to be delivered to the EV company’s first customer. The car runs 0-60mph in 3.7 seconds (0-100km/h in 3.9

Detroit 150

Detroit Azerbaijan South Africa Production 150

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 11, 2023

Fortunately it’s becoming less of an issue now the newest EVs have a range of up to 300 miles on a full battery charge. Of course, most owners of EVs use their vehicles in a local environment and, those that can, charge their vehicle’s battery overnight at home or during the day at work. Even at that young age, John was impressed.

Miles 78

Miles Kia Charging All-Electric 78

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Audi is presenting the Audi Q8 sport concept, a new performance-oriented take on the Q8 concept study introduced at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show. Positioned at the rear under the luggage compartment, the lithium‑ion battery with an energy storage capacity of 0.9 Equipped with a 3.0

Audi 150

Audi Concept Hybrid Gas-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

The selected projects include advanced battery systems (including flow batteries), flywheels, and compressed air energy systems. Deploy and evaluate an 8 MW utility-scale lithium-ion battery technology to improve grid performance and aid in the integration of wind generation into the electric supply. 24,978,264. 53,510,209.

Energy Storage 270

Energy Storage Grid Energy Wind 270

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

million is designated for energy research and development ($75 million), with a heavy emphasis on lithium-ion battery technology; and advanced automotive systems development ($24.5 50 million for domestic lithium ion battery production. 10 million for an advanced battery development program. Carl Levin, D-Mich.,

Michigan 186

Michigan Lithium Ion Energy Hybrid 186

Plugs and Cars

JANUARY 20, 2007

Nancy Goia of Ford got some ink for comments at the Automotive News World Congress in Detroit. Look for handouts to Big Auto for "battery research" in the State of the Union address. 500 million for battery research buys time. Even Honda got in on the act. Next up, President Bush.

Plug-in 100

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion 100

Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2011

These vehicles will be leased to 20 agencies, including the Department of Energy, and will be located in Washington, DC; Detroit, MI; Los Angeles, CA; San Diego, CA; and San Francisco, CA.

Alternative Fuels 236

Alternative Fuels Purchase Obama Fleet 236

Plug In Partners

JUNE 11, 2008

Japan and Europe by 2010 By Yuri Kageyama, The Associated Press June 11, 2008 TOKYO -- Toyota is introducing a plug-in hybrid with next-generation lithium-ion batteries in the U.S., Lithium-ion batteries , now common in laptops, produce more power and are smaller than nickel-metal hydride batteries used in hybrids now.

Plug-in 100

Plug-in Toyota Plug Nickel Metal Hydride 100

Plug In Partners

FEBRUARY 7, 2007

Volvo C30 plug-in hybrid concept AutoBlogGreen "German auto website, Autobild, is reporting that Volvo is working on a plug-in diesel-electric hybrid with a similar powertrain design to the Chevy Volt concept unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show in early January.

Volvo 100

Volvo Diesel Plug-in Volt 100

Plug In Partners

MAY 23, 2007

The Volt is the plug-in hybrid car GM showed at last January’s Detroit Auto Show. The Volt , provided GM can get the lithium battery right , will go about 40 miles on an electric charge. At that point, the internal combustion engine kicks in and recharges the battery while you are driving. It runs down.

Volt 100

Volt GM Saturn Cleaner 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. 3 David Herron said on March 16th, 2009 at 12:31 am Fast recharge will require huge power levels. Subscribe to our RSS feed and stay up to date. by RSS or sign up by email.

MIT 45

MIT Gas-Electric Gas Electric Cars 45

Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

by ’10 By BILL VLASIC Published: May 13, 2008 DETROIT — The Nissan Motor Company plans to sell an electric car in the United States and Japan by 2010, raising the stakes in the race to develop environmentally friendly vehicles. Here is the story from the New York Times : Nissan Plans Electric Car in U.S. Toyota ( TM ).

Nissan 100

Nissan Gasoline-Electric GM 2010 100