Nov 12, 2009
'One-Size-Fits-All' Approach to Alternative Propulsion Won't Work MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 12 -- As the debate on climate change and transportation continues to widen, encompassing suggestions ranging from the increased use of mini commuter cars to vehicle-free cities, a Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) executive stated that ther ... Continue reading
Nov 12, 2009
All-new feature presented by The Dow Chemical Company TROY, Mich., Nov. 12 -- The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has announced the debut of Electric Avenue, a 37,000 square foot feature on the main floor of the 2010 show. The new showcase will spotlight electric vehicles and technology of both tradition ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Receives U.S. Patent on Rotor Geometry for Permanent Magnet Electric Motors
Nov 10, 2009
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (NYSE Amex: UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has been granted United States patent number 7,598,645 entitled âStress distributing permanent magnet rotor geometry for electric machines.â The patent covers a novel rotor geomet ... Continue reading
Quantum Ships Diesel Hybrid Vehicles to the U.S. Army
Nov 9, 2009
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 9 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it is developing and shipping diesel hybrid vehicles to the U.S. Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) National Automotive Center (NAC), with funding support through the U.S. Special O ... Continue reading
EnerDel Wins U.S. Army Contract to Develop Batteries for New 'Hybrid Humvee'
Nov 6, 2009
Program Will Test EnerDel's High-Performance Solutions Under the Most Extreme Conditions INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 5 -- Automotive lithium-ion battery maker EnerDel, Inc. announced today that it will be working with the United States Army to develop a next-generation battery system for the hybrid version of the iconic High Mo ... Continue reading
Nov 3, 2009
DuraBowl® substantially improves piston durability in severe conditions SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 3 -- To reduce CO2 emissions and improve fuel economy, vehicle manufacturers are demanding higher and higher power output from smaller and smaller engines. Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed an innovative aluminum pist ... Continue reading
Nov 2, 2009
Public-Private Partnership Intended to Educate and Engage Public in Advanced Vehicle Technologies, Energy Efficiency, Climate Change, Alternative Fuels, and the Science and Math Behind Efficient Vehicle Development PLAYA VISTA, Calif., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The X PRIZE Foundation, a world leader in conducti ... Continue reading
Funding a Diverse Portfolio of Clean Vehicle and Energy Technologies is Right Choice for America
Oct 30, 2009
Washington, DCâOctober 30, 2009â The comprehensive approach to advancing transportation and clean energy technologies embodied in the energy spending bill signed by President Obama this week is the best way to assure that the nation ends its dependence on imported fuels and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, t ... Continue reading
Electric Drive Transportation Association- EV Motoring
Oct 30, 2009
October 30, 2009 Media Watch: Nissan Aims to Cut Electric-Car Cost Wall Street Journal October 30, 2009 --Nissan Motor Co. Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn said the Japanese auto maker intends to overcome the high cost of making advanced batteries and make its all-electric cars price-competitive even without government sub ... Continue reading
Fuel Efficient Vehicle for U.S. Army
Oct 29, 2009
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Oct. 29 -- Ricardo, Inc., the US subsidiary of Ricardo plc, the leading independent provider of technology, product innovation and engineering solutions to the world's automotive, defense, transport and new energy industries, has been awarded a contract for the development of a new vehicle under ... Continue reading
Oct 29, 2009
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/59825a/powertrain_new_t) has announced the addition of the "Powertrain - New Technologies & Strategies" report to their offering. Channel to Discovery, Powertrain - New Technologies & Strategies comprehensively explores the emerging powertrain tec ... Continue reading
Plug-Ins Rev Up; Are Consumers Ready?
Oct 29, 2009
Washington DC October 29, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that a California-based startup, Fisker Automotive, will spend nearly $200 million to purchase an abandoned General Motors assembly plant in Wilmington, Del., to produce a new line of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. According to MSNBC, the carmaker hopes t ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Displays Fuel Efficient Military Vehicle at Hybrid Truck Users Forum
Oct 27, 2009
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today its Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) A3 equipped with ProPulse® diesel electric hybrid system is on display October 27 - 29 at CALSTARTâs Hybrid Truck Users Forum (HTUF) in Atlanta. Attendees will be offered rides in the Oshkosh vehicle on Oct. 29 ... Continue reading
Green Cars Ride & Drive Offers Rare Test Drives of Alternative Fuel Vehicles at the LA Auto Show
Oct 26, 2009
Media to Test Drive the Latest Clean Diesel, Electric, Hydrogen Fuel Cell and Hybrid Vehicles LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26 -- The Los Angeles Auto Show will host a unique opportunity for journalists to drive some of the most advanced green cars on Dec. 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Green Cars/LA Auto Show Ride & Drive will ... Continue reading
Electric Cars - Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) Media Watch
Oct 23, 2009
Automakers focus on affordable electric cars San Francisco Chronicle October 23, 2009 --There's more than one path to the electric car. Ford Motor Company's first mass-marketed, all-electric car is a battery-powered Focus. In order for electric cars finally to win public acceptance, they'll need to be affordable, said ... Continue reading
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