article thumbnail

In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

Green Car Congress

In China, Wuling launched its first electric minivan, the Rong Guang EV, and Chevrolet launched four new Monza variants featuring 48V mild hybrid technology. Wuling is offering two variants to meet the differing needs of business and personal users. Rong Guang EV. Customers can benefit from national subsidies for new energy vehicles.

Minivan 259
article thumbnail

Harris Poll: 23% of US car owners say more interested in purchasing a hybrid than one year ago

Green Car Congress

Twenty-three percent of US car owners say that their interest in purchasing a hybrid vehicle has increased from a year ago, according to a new Harris Poll. Other alternative fuels are further down the list, as just one in ten say they would consider diesel (11%) or all electric (9%) automobiles for their next purchase.

Purchase 250
article thumbnail

Study finds older drivers more likely to buy new vehicles

Green Car Congress

Sivak examined the differences in the probability of licensed drivers purchasing a new light-duty vehicle (car, pickup truck, SUV or minivan) as a function of their age for the years 2007 and 2011. In 2011, one vehicle was purchased for every 14.6 drivers aged 55-64. By comparison, the rates for other groups of drivers were: 14.9

Buy 210
article thumbnail

Feature: Choosing the Right Car to Suit Your Needs

Clean Fleet Report

Whether you save up and purchase a vehicle outright or take out a loan or finance plan at current car interest rates , you’re going to want to make sure that you’re getting the most for your money. The perfect car for one person could be a nightmare vehicle for another. No car comes particularly cheap.

Cars 69
article thumbnail

Toyota’s advertisements force Hispanic constancy

Baua Electric

“Not only the number of Hispanic consumers, but the purchasing power that they represent, which is near $2 trillion. And I’m personally excited by the fact that the Hispanic demographic skews younger because I think that brings some exciting opportunities and different ways to engage and connect with this population.”

article thumbnail

Who will be in the driver’s seat?

Electric Auto Association

Women may soon become the leaders in EV purchasing. She’s also been part of a decisive minority when it comes to electric vehicle (EV) purchases. She’s also been part of a decisive minority when it comes to electric vehicle (EV) purchases. Amy Sinclair speaks to friend about driving electric.

article thumbnail

Honda President Ito steps down, Takahiro Hachigo to replace him

Green Car Congress

Hachigo was in charge of developing the first-generation of the US-built Odyssey minivan, which was launched in 1999 primarily for the US market. After retiring from this position in March 2008, Hachigo became General Manager of Purchasing Division No.2 In April 2006, Hachigo became Operating Officer of Honda R&D Co.,

Honda 150