Toyota Drives Environmental Awareness in U.S. Hispanic Community
May 28, 2013
Toyota's commitment to the environment is a way of life, extending across operations and epitomized by the Toyota Prius Family of vehicles. Hispanics across the country are increasingly becoming environmentally aware and in an effort to help the Hispanic community further embrace sustainability, Toyota is providing the ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 LEXUS GS 450h REVIEW
May 26, 2013
MORE INFO Lexus Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons - Lexus Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Find Your Perfect New Car Match HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE GS 450h VEHICLE Blending powerful hybrid performance with modern luxury is the redesigned Lexus GS 450h, a full- ... Continue reading
Ford eNews - Week of May 22, 2013
May 26, 2013
KBB.com: Ford Fusion is a Best Family Car The all-new Ford Fusion has been named a KBB.com 2013 Best Family Car. With its "eye-catching exterior, Fusion stands out with a variety of powertrains, plus available all-wheel drive and enough tech features to make a geek swoon," KBB editors say. Fusion is the first sedan to ... Continue reading
Uruguay Launches First "ZERO EMISSIONS" Pure-Electric Buses
May 26, 2013
BUQUEBUS and CTS Auto S.A. in partnership with Chinese automaker, BYD Ltd unveiled the first 12 meter rapid transit bus powered 100% by electricity in Uruguay and the region today. The ceremony was the culmination of an Electric Bus contract announced last year and was attended by President Mujica, Roberto Kreimerman M ... Continue reading
Leaders, Experts from Electric Drive Supply Chain to Gather at EDTA Conference
May 25, 2013
It's certainly an exciting time for the electric drive industry with record breaking sales, new models hitting the streets, expanding charging options and technological advances marching forward. These trends will make for a dynamic experience at the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) 2013 Conference and ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 FORD C-MAX HYBRID REVIEW
May 24, 2013
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE C-MAX VEHICLE Ford gets into the hybrid game with the all-new Ford C-MAX, a hatchback featuring the space attributes of a smaller SUV and conveniences typically not always extended to the cheaper gas-saving models like leather upholste ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Spark EV Lease as Low as $199 per Month
May 23, 2013
Could save owner average $150 monthly in fuel costs based on EPA assessments DETROIT. â Chevrolet announced today a low mileage lease on the new 2014 Spark EV 1LT for as low as $199 per month* for 36 months, with $999 due at lease signing including security deposit (tax, title, license dealer fees extra), making t ... Continue reading
May 22, 2013
ChargePoint and National Grid today unveiled the first of what will be many electric vehicle charging stations funded through a $1 million award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). 'The investment being made through this public-private partnership will not only lead to a reducti ... Continue reading
Recargo and Xatori Merge, Furthering Leadership in Plug-In Tech
May 22, 2013
Recargo, Inc. and Xatori, Inc. today announced that the two companies are merging to revolutionize vehicle software and information services for plug-in mobility. The merger will expand the companies' ability to offer guidance to drivers and industry and leverage combined teams and resources to better support the plug- ... Continue reading
PLUG IN AMERICA MARKS SALE OF 100,000 PLUG-IN VEHICLES
May 21, 2013
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 17, 2013 - In a first for American transportation, the U.S. plug-in car market will pass a significant milestone this month: the 100,000th plug-in vehicle sold since the introduction of the latest generation of highway-capable plug-in vehicles just over two years ago. Plug In America, the lea ... Continue reading
Energy Department Launches Public-Private Partnership to Deploy Hydrogen Infrastructure
May 19, 2013
Wadhington DC May 13, 2013; The Energy Department today launched H2USAâa new public-private partnership focused on advancing hydrogen infrastructure to support more transportation energy options for U.S. consumers, including fuel cell electric vehicles. The new partnership brings together automakers, government ag ... Continue reading
May 17, 2013
Improvements in lithium ion (Li-ion) battery technology are helping to accelerate the worldwide market for electric vehicles (EVs). In the last few years, automakers have shifted from nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries to Li-ion batteries. This shift represents a major endorsement of Li-ion chemistry and its ability ... Continue reading
May 16, 2013
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will compete in the 2013 edition of the world-famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) to be held on June 30, 2013 with a pair of all-new MiEV Evolution II all-electric four-wheel drive (4WD) prototype racecars. With the upgraded all-new MiEV Evolution II, MMC has set its s ... Continue reading
Hong Kong's First Pure-Electric Taxis Begin Service, Revolutionizing Public Transport
May 16, 2013
Today, BYD announced the launch of Hong Kong's first all-electric taxi fleet, BYD e6 electric cross-over sedan at a launch ceremony held at the Hong Kong Science Park. BYD closely collaborated with Sime Darby Motors Group (Sime Darby), Hong Kong Taxi & Public Light Bus Association Limited, The Link Management Limited, ... Continue reading
May 15, 2013
Strategic Vision: Ford Fusion, F-250/F-350 are quality leaders The 2013 Ford Fusion and F-250/F-350 are Total Quality winners in Strategic Vision's 18th annual Total Quality Index study. With leading fuel economy, technology and game-changing looks, Fusion takes the No. 1 spot in the highly competitive midsize sedan se ... Continue reading
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