Revenge of the Electric Car

APRIL 28, 2010

General Electric and Nissan plan to research “smart charging&# technologies for electric vehicles to help consumers take advantage of cheaper electricity rates and keep the power grid stable. Electric vehicles could also send their charge back into the grid, although that technology is considered more challenging. Credit: GE).

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

By John Coulter, CURRENT EV CMO In its new Prime, Toyota offers a RAV4 green version that employs a hybrid drivetrain relying on a gas engine and electric motors that draw power from a plug and regenerative braking. Its 42-mile EV range, its 600-mile total range and relatively low price tag have made the PHEV an instant smash hit.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Autoblog Green Cleantech Blog Cleantech Group CNETs Green Tech Earth2Tech EcoGeek Ecotality Green Inc. As oil prices fall, "the push for new energy technologies isbeing shoved aside by the nations other economic woes," Grove said. Comments: * (you may use HTML tags for style) Please keep your comments on topic. Got a Question?

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

Autoblog Green Cleantech Blog Cleantech Group CNETs Green Tech Earth2Tech EcoGeek Ecotality Green Inc. In order for plug-in electric vehicles to become part of the mainstream, a plug-in ecosystem must be in place when vehicles like the Chevy Volt extended-range electric vehicle hit the market," GM said on its company FastLane blog. "In

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Real Life EV Stories A Case for Electricity Plug In America Positions Energy Policy Frequently Asked Questions About Plug-in Buses Who Killed the Electric Car? 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? EV Driver Profile: the Pauls Newsletter Vol. Learn About Plug-ins What Are Plug-ins? 4 Great Gifts!

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

Lotus Engineering and Harmon International, two heavyweights in their respective industries, have teamed up to create a new technology known as Electronic Sound Synthesis (ESS). Exclusive rights are granted to Harman Becker to manufacture the latest technology solutions for the worldwide vehicle OEM market.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Some of the new and updated models, such as a battery-powered version of Geelys Panda hatchback, may hit the market as early as October, and in some cases they might carry price tags low enough for farmers and other rural residents with limited financial means. Great Wall Motor Co., Prius hybrid. plans to launch by the end of next year.

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Plug In India

JANUARY 15, 2022

By Atul Gopal The PluginIndia team went on an electric car drive using the Tata Tigor EV. ​​ Day 1 - The Tigor EV from Tata Motors in Bengaluru The Udyan Express reached KSR Bengaluru on time, after having been delayed by more than 50 minutes enroute. My suggestion to the company would be to actually build a grounds-up EV.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

With a price tag of roughly $22,000, BYD’s F3DM — available only to fleet operators at this point — is too costly for companies to go for it en masse. Tags: evdriven. But there’s a bit of a Catch-22: Prices remain high for mass adoption in China. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

We agree with Toyotas comments, which is why we advocate for mass production of PHEVs: "Were immensely gratified that some enthusiasts, in a tacit endorsement of the hybrid concept, are, on a vehicle-by-vehicle basis, converting Toyota hybrids to plug-in technology. Pricing from $8-15,000 for installed low-speed EV range of 8-24 miles.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Photos First drive: Chevy Volt test A few laps behind the wheel of an early version of GMs electric car shows the strengths - and possible weaknesses - of the technology. While Chrysler has still not officially announced any of these details, the carmakers viability plan listed an "EV Roadster" as a future product for 2010.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2009

Those wishing to participate will be able to tie into the multi-site webchat from Green Car Congress tomorrow, as well as directly on GM’s FastLane Blog , the EV World site, or the GM-Volt site. GM is focused on the first two pillars: leading plug-in technology vehicles and the enabling technologies.

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Plug In India

JUNE 20, 2022

By Atul Gopal The team had an opportunity to drive the Tata Tigor EV from Udaipur to the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh. For the EV, this happens when you take the auxiliary battery out of the circuit. My advice to th EV community is to prefer the MG charger over others in the city. Accuracy still remains an issue.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Subscribe Green News Events Manufacturers Region New Cars Used Cars Filed under: EV/Plug-in , Chrysler , Dodge , AutoblogGreen Exclusive , SAE World Congress Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day by Sebastian Blanco on Apr 22nd 2009 at 7:48PM Two months ago we went for a ride in the Dodge Circuit EV.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

a rolling death-wish on skinny tires 157 days ago See More Related Articles and Blog Posts Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1) 1 TEG 3:09PM (4/24/2009) "Because of the nature of the event, there was no demonstration of heart-stopping acceleration or sure-footedness through a slalom." 15 days ago AutoblogGreen for 03.31.09 and 49 mpg.

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Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 7, 2007

Fisker's high end-plug in CNET News Blog Posted by Michael Kanellos Fisker Automotive. The drive train comes from Quantum Technologies , by the way. A nd thanks to EV World , here is a new small sports car from Audi The Tokyo Show isn't all about Japanese cars. Tags: manufacturers. China will be first to receive the F6DM.

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Plug In India

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Atul Gopal I went on a cycling trip from Agra in UP to Bikaner in RJ this winter and here is my blog on it. This is not EV related. Here is the blog - [link]. I have used tailgating in crisis situations like when we had to get a Nexon EV back from Ahmednagar to Pune on half battery. Will blog about that separately.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

OCTOBER 25, 2008

The biggest obstacle for those who would prefer an alternative has been lack of purchasable plug-in electric vehicles since 2003 when auto manufacturers ceased production of plug-in EVs like the GM EV1, Honda EV Plus, and Toyota RAV4-EV. Amazing AC Propulsion eBoxes at AltCarExpo Saturday, September 27th, 2008. second range.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Subscribe Green News Events Manufacturers Region New Cars Used Cars Filed under: EV/Plug-in , Chrysler Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service by Sam Abuelsamid on Apr 22nd 2009 at 10:05AM Chrysler U.S. The vans themselves are based on the concept Town and Country EV that was unveiled last Fall by Chrysler.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Partnering with Alcoa, Duke Energy, Google.org, Johnson Controls Indiana startup plans to unveil vehicle May 2009 at EVS-24 in Norway; mass production in 2012. Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. Establishing dealer network.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Cleantech Blog Cleantechblog.com, the premier cleantech site for commentary on news and technology relating to clean tech, greentech, energy, climate change and carbon, and the environment. Blog Archive ▼ 2009 (52) ▼ April (6) Waxman-Markey and REDD BlogRoll Review: Space Beams, Leaded Batteries, an.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 20, 2009

Tesla probably did not sign up because they are already making EV cars. Reply Highly Ranked Maxwell Ash @ Apr 19th 2009 5:02PM Yes, but the function and technology of an electric plug doesnt change. The use and technology of a computer cable does change, so the plug cant remain for 25 years or whatever.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Until then, we also recommend you look at the FAQ at the Climate Progress Blog and the FAQ by Hybrids-Plus , an after-market converter of hybrid cars, for answers to many questions! Whats next for CalCars in technology and conversions? We expect that EVs will return to the market after PHEVs are commercialized.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Millions will plug-in their electric vehicles [EV], plug-in hybrids [PHEV] and fuel cell vehicles [FCV] at night when electricity is cheap, then plug-in during the day when energy is expensive and sell those extra electrons at a profit. In addition to Smart Grid City, another major EV/V2G initiative is unfolding.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are This is a mirror of the map at Googles RechargeIt site (including icons for YouTube videos on both PHEVs and EVs). Contact info via Wizbanit , the owners blog. Jim Tech Ltd. mark.lister@.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Price tag: about $25,000, made from 95% recyclable materials with a top speed of 65 miles per hour and range of 110 miles per charge. There are at least a half dozen different technologies to power cars with electricity under construction. market b y the end of 2009. Lastly, hybrids & plug-in hybrids are an unfortunate diversion.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

If these companies are ultimately successful and can convince EV manufacturers to ditch lithuim ion, we could depend on the already robust recycling program. Even so, most next gen EV manufacturers are focused on lithium ion (and to a lesser extent NiMH) as the core technology to power their cars. Shameless self plugs here.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

How quickly can we really expect the early generations of electric vehicles to recharge — and what does it mean for the practicality of EVs? Which scheme wins may depend (in addition to financing hurdles) as much on our driving habits and patience as on advances in technology. I asked Mike Omotoso, J.D. a gallon , that’s 5.7

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

If cost is an important consideration, than charging your EV at home is a no-brainer as it cuts out any profit-hungry middlemen. Also, besides giving you the ability to charge at night when most utility rates are lower, future vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology may allow you to sell some of your stored energy back to the utilities.

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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. "On some products, the costs, particularly in advanced technologies, are high," he said in a lengthy interview with Automotive News (free subscription required).

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