2017 NAIAS - The EV Charging System of Tomorrow
Jan 9, 2017
MIDDLETOWN, Pa.—Visitors to the first-ever AutoMobili-D at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) can get a preview of the high power charging (HPC) system at the Phoenix Contact E-Mobility booth (#24). Phoenix Contact is one of the companies leading the development of the CCS plus standard, which wi ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2017
Ford's City of Tomorrow looks at how near-term mobility advancements - including autonomous and electric vehicles, ride-sharing and ride-hailing and connected vehicles - interact with urban infrastructure and create a transportation ecosystem. (Graphic: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail ???pagination.pre ... Continue reading
2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 5, 2017
Honda’s ninth-generation Accord got its first mid-product cycle freshening for 2016, with both gasoline-powered sedan and coupe models receiving tweaks to styling and suspension for a revitalized look and improved driving experience. Interestingly, there was no 2016 Accord Hybrid or Plug-In Hybrid. ... Continue reading
Cars.com Announces Nominees for "Best of 2017" Awards
Jan 3, 2017
CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2017 -- Cars.com has announced nominees for its 2017 Best Of awards, the annual awards show the company hosts in Detroit during the North American International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Jan 3, 2017
Ford confirms seven of 13 new global electrified vehicles coming in the next five years, including F-150 Hybrid, Mustang Hybrid and Transit Custom plug-in hybrid Ford to launch fully electric SUV with an estimated range of at least 300 miles and two new electrified police vehicles The automaker is investing $700 millio ... Continue reading
Dec 29, 2016
PARIS—What better way of introducing its solution to CES 2017 than by celebrating the 350 000 kilometers/220 000 miles reached with zero-emissions? Symbio, fuel-cell systems integrator experts, have delivered their 150th hydrogen electric vehicle this year. Symbio will be introducing its green mobility solutions and ... Continue reading
Recapping My Decade of Using and Experimenting With Alternative Fuels +VIDEO
Dec 26, 2016
I first learned about the potential of alternative engine fuels in the late 1970's while doing some unrelated marketing research in the giant New York Public Library on Fifth Avenue. ... Continue reading
Honda Reaches 100 Million Worldwide Automobile Production Milestone
Dec 22, 2016
TOKYO - December 22, 2016: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that the company has reached the 100 million-unit milestone in cumulative global automobile production. ... Continue reading
Dec 18, 2016
In Case You Missed It - Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - December 12-18, 2016; Subaru COTY; VW eMinivan; 2017 Kia Niro MPG Record; 1000HP Lucid Electrifies; Self-Driving News ... Continue reading
Toyota Research Institute Brings Prius Challenge to Silicon Valley Community
Dec 16, 2016
Third annual Onramp event combines the technical challenges of data analysis, machine learning and simulation with the fun of competing at a major racetrack Palo Alto, Calif., Dec. 16, 2016 -- Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced today that Toyota is bringing the Prius Challenge to the Sonoma Raceway for the third ... Continue reading
XL Hybrids Aftermarket Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck Upfit
Dec 14, 2016
BOSTON—XL Hybrids, Inc., the leader in connected fleet electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, today announced the launch of the company’s new product line, the XLP™ plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) upfit solution. The XLP™ will be an industry-first Fleet-Ready™ solution offered as a ship- ... Continue reading
Wards 10 Best Engines List for 2017 Includes New 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 Hybrid Propulsion System
Dec 12, 2016
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 12, 2016 -- New propulsion system from FCA US LLC powers the most fuel-efficient minivan ever – the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid eFlite electrically variable transmission is key to benchmark efficiency of all-new hybrid minivan Pacifica Hybrid delivers 84 MPGe fuel economy rating in electri ... Continue reading
2017 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Advance Review by Carey Russ
Dec 8, 2016
Innovative technology combined with luxury comfort DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS “Sport” and “hybrid” together, in one car? Believe it. Top-level competition cars in endurance racing and Formula 1 now use sophisticated internal combustion plus electric hybrid systems for efficiency and power. ... Continue reading
Infiniti Brings Q60 To Havana; First New American Spec'd Car In Cuba in 58 Years +VIDEO
Dec 7, 2016
Alfonso Albaisa, INFINITI executive design director, took an all-new INFINITI Q60 to Havana – the first U.S.-spec car registered in Cuba in 58 years – to trace his roots back to his parents' birthplace. ... Continue reading
Ignis: Suzuki’s All-New Global Compact Crossover
Dec 6, 2016
Suzuki Motor Corporation unveiled the new IGNIS for Europe at the 2016 Paris Motor Show as its new global compact crossover and it clearly demonstrates convenience and comfort in a stylish new exterior. ... Continue reading
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