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A Toyota Electric Vehicle For You And Your Child

Toyota is mostly focused upon hybrids as its green car strategy globally, especially given the strong success of the Prius. It does tinker in electric cars though, and this includes vehicles for children apparently. Enter the Camatte57s concept, unveiled at the recent International Tokyo Toy Show and envisioned as a way to “bringing parents and children closer together as they work in collaborat More

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Auto Talk: Electric vehicle technology focus of workshop

Experts from around the world will gather in the new Ed Lumley Centre for Engineering Innovation at the University of Windsor later this week to discuss the latest developments in electric vehicle technology.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers will host an international workshop on electrified vehicle components and systems Thursday and Friday.

“Recent advancemen More

Experts from around the world will gather in the new Ed Lumley Centre for Engineering Innovation at the University of Windsor later this week to discuss the latest developments in electric vehicle technology.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers will host an international workshop on electrified vehicle components and systems Thursday and Friday.

“Recent advancemen More

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Plug-In Electric Vehicles Will Reach 3 Million in Annual Sales by 2020, Forecasts Navigant Research

P BOULDER, Colo. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of More

P BOULDER, Colo. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of More

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Some Rather Pleasant Electric Vehicle News

Ever wonder how fueling a gasoline car compares in cost to fueling a plug-in electric car? At the recent annual Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) conference in Washington, D.C., the Department of Energy’s David Danielson announced a handy new web tool called eGallon that allows you to do just that. The site shows that on average in the U.S., it costs $3.65 per gallon in gasoline t More

Ever wonder how fueling a gasoline car compares in cost to fueling a plug-in electric car? At the recent annual Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) conference in Washington, D.C., the Department of Energy’s David Danielson announced a handy new web tool called eGallon that allows you to do just that. The site shows that on average in the U.S., it costs $3.65 per gallon in gasoline t More

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Test Drive: European-Spec 2013 Nissan LEAF Visia Base Model

Known in the US as the LEAF S, Nissan’s entry-level LEAF forgoes several niceties in order to keep its price to the bare minimum.
2013 Nissan LEAF

2013 Nissan LEAF

Over in Europe, the base LEAF goes by the name of LEAF Visia. It too omits several items to get down to a low sticker price, but are the omissions too much to deal with?

Auto Express basically says “yes More

Known in the US as the LEAF S, Nissan’s entry-level LEAF forgoes several niceties in order to keep its price to the bare minimum.
2013 Nissan LEAF

2013 Nissan LEAF

Over in Europe, the base LEAF goes by the name of LEAF Visia. It too omits several items to get down to a low sticker price, but are the omissions too much to deal with?

Auto Express basically says “yes More

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Sierra Magazine Rates Top Plug-In Hybrids

The new Sierra EV Guide includes a buyer’s guide, links to Sierra Club’s Go Electric campaign, information on EV incentives and emissions, and current specs for available EVs – all based on where you
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) June 18, 2013

For eco-conscious drivers who also want the freedom of the open road, the July/August issue of Sierra, the official magazine of the Sierr More

The new Sierra EV Guide includes a buyer’s guide, links to Sierra Club’s Go Electric campaign, information on EV incentives and emissions, and current specs for available EVs – all based on where you
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) June 18, 2013

For eco-conscious drivers who also want the freedom of the open road, the July/August issue of Sierra, the official magazine of the Sierr More

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Nissan Software Update for 2011/12 LEAFs Yields Promising Results | PluginCars.com

Ten days ago, Nissan North America announced expanded battery pack capacity warranty coverage for 2011 and 2012 model year LEAF electric cars. At the same time, it announced the same cars would be given various software updates to improve range calculation, battery capacity reporting, and charger compatibility.

Since then, a steady stream of 2011 and 2012 LEAF owners have had their cars upd More

Ten days ago, Nissan North America announced expanded battery pack capacity warranty coverage for 2011 and 2012 model year LEAF electric cars. At the same time, it announced the same cars would be given various software updates to improve range calculation, battery capacity reporting, and charger compatibility.

Since then, a steady stream of 2011 and 2012 LEAF owners have had their cars upd More

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July events will promote EV, hybrid and public transportation usage | Sustainable Business Oregon

Next month’s green-event docket promises a couple of events for proponents of driving less, or, at least, driving cars that don’t require gasoline.

Throughout July, the Carefree Commuter Challenge looks to double the 1,500 participants who eschewed their vehicles a year ago. The activities, held by Oregon’s Drive Less Save More Campaign, simply seems to reduce traffic congestion while More

Next month’s green-event docket promises a couple of events for proponents of driving less, or, at least, driving cars that don’t require gasoline.

Throughout July, the Carefree Commuter Challenge looks to double the 1,500 participants who eschewed their vehicles a year ago. The activities, held by Oregon’s Drive Less Save More Campaign, simply seems to reduce traffic congestion while More

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Advocates Outline Sustainable Transportation Priorities for New York City | Mobilizing the Region

Empire State Future, Mothers on the Move, New York League of Conservation Voters, New York State Transportation Equity Alliance, Nos Quedamos/We Stay, Pratt Center for Community Development, Riders Alliance, Southern Bronx River Watershed Alliance, Straphangers Campaign/NYPIRG, Sustainable South Bronx, Transportation Alternatives, UPROSE, WE ACT for Environmental Justice and Youth Ministries for More

Empire State Future, Mothers on the Move, New York League of Conservation Voters, New York State Transportation Equity Alliance, Nos Quedamos/We Stay, Pratt Center for Community Development, Riders Alliance, Southern Bronx River Watershed Alliance, Straphangers Campaign/NYPIRG, Sustainable South Bronx, Transportation Alternatives, UPROSE, WE ACT for Environmental Justice and Youth Ministries for More

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Mia is a mini electric vehicle | TG Daily

A rather cute little electric vehicle is set to be imported into the United Kingdom from France this summer for fleet use. The Mia three-seater from Mia Electric will price for around £16,995 + VAT starting, including the UK government’s plug-in car grant.

A bespoke electric vehicle, the Mia is designed for city use and offers a central driving position, sliding doors, a cut-out floor an More

A rather cute little electric vehicle is set to be imported into the United Kingdom from France this summer for fleet use. The Mia three-seater from Mia Electric will price for around £16,995 + VAT starting, including the UK government’s plug-in car grant.

A bespoke electric vehicle, the Mia is designed for city use and offers a central driving position, sliding doors, a cut-out floor an More

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Mia is a mini electric vehicle | TG Daily

A rather cute little electric vehicle is set to be imported into the United Kingdom from France this summer for fleet use. The Mia three-seater from Mia Electric will price for around £16,995 + VAT starting, including the UK government’s plug-in car grant.

A bespoke electric vehicle, the Mia is designed for city use and offers a central driving position, sliding doors, a cut-out floor an More

A rather cute little electric vehicle is set to be imported into the United Kingdom from France this summer for fleet use. The Mia three-seater from Mia Electric will price for around £16,995 + VAT starting, including the UK government’s plug-in car grant.

A bespoke electric vehicle, the Mia is designed for city use and offers a central driving position, sliding doors, a cut-out floor an More

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BOULDER, Colo.: Plug-In Electric Vehicles Will Reach 3 Million in Annual Sales by 2020, Forecasts Navigant Research

BOULDER, COLO. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of P More

BOULDER, COLO. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of P More

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BOULDER, Colo.: Plug-In Electric Vehicles Will Reach 3 Million in Annual Sales by 2020, Forecasts Navigant Research

BOULDER, COLO. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of P More

BOULDER, COLO. — While hybrid electric vehicles have largely been accepted as a part of the general automotive market in many regions, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) remain a new technology facing the challenges inherent in all new markets. Nevertheless, according to a new report from Navigant Research, the combination of rising fuel prices, falling PEV prices, and increasing availability of P More

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Tesla Plans Model S Battery Swap as Fast Refueling Option – Bloomberg

Tesla Motors Inc. (TSLA), already adding a network of fast-charging stations for its luxury electric cars, is readying a service to rapidly swap a car’s battery with a charged pack for added convenience.
The company, based in Palo Alto, California, announced last week plans for a June 20 press conference at its design studio in Hawthorne, California, to show “a way for the Tesla Model S More

Tesla Motors Inc. (TSLA), already adding a network of fast-charging stations for its luxury electric cars, is readying a service to rapidly swap a car’s battery with a charged pack for added convenience.
The company, based in Palo Alto, California, announced last week plans for a June 20 press conference at its design studio in Hawthorne, California, to show “a way for the Tesla Model S More

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Tesla Plans Model S Battery Swap as Fast Refueling Option – Bloomberg

Tesla Motors Inc. (TSLA), already adding a network of fast-charging stations for its luxury electric cars, is readying a service to rapidly swap a car’s battery with a charged pack for added convenience.
The company, based in Palo Alto, California, announced last week plans for a June 20 press conference at its design studio in Hawthorne, California, to show “a way for the Tesla Model S More

Tesla Motors Inc. (TSLA), already adding a network of fast-charging stations for its luxury electric cars, is readying a service to rapidly swap a car’s battery with a charged pack for added convenience.
The company, based in Palo Alto, California, announced last week plans for a June 20 press conference at its design studio in Hawthorne, California, to show “a way for the Tesla Model S More

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WPS Featherweight Lithium Batteries Promise 90% Charge in 6 Minutes

The lithium battery technology becomes increasingly popular in the motorcycle world and we can foresee that it would not be too long until the classic, lead-acid batteries will be a vintage item. Welcome the WPS Featherweight Lithium batteries, a truly nifty upgrade for any motorcycle and ATV.

The WPS Featherweight Lithium batteries come with a heap of advantages over the classic ones. For More

The lithium battery technology becomes increasingly popular in the motorcycle world and we can foresee that it would not be too long until the classic, lead-acid batteries will be a vintage item. Welcome the WPS Featherweight Lithium batteries, a truly nifty upgrade for any motorcycle and ATV.

The WPS Featherweight Lithium batteries come with a heap of advantages over the classic ones. For More

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RI building electric car charging stations – SFGate

MoreGov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY-fee) on Tuesday announced details of the network, which will provide up to 50 charging stations around the state in the next three months. The first is at Roger Williams Universityin Bristol.
Both the network and the move to alternative fuel vehicles in the state fleet are funded by federal stimulus money. More

MoreGov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY-fee) on Tuesday announced details of the network, which will provide up to 50 charging stations around the state in the next three months. The first is at Roger Williams Universityin Bristol.
Both the network and the move to alternative fuel vehicles in the state fleet are funded by federal stimulus money. More

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Gentoo Group staff go for a spin in Nissan Leaf pool cars – Business News – News – nebusiness.co.uk

HOUSING association staff are aiming to do their bit for the environment after taking delivery of seven new Nissan Leafs.

The workers from Sunderland-based Gentoo Group, took the electric vehicles out for a spin on Gateshead College’s performance test track to learn how their new pool cars work.

Director of Gentoo Green, Sally Hancox said: “The Nissan Leafs have been a welcome ad More

HOUSING association staff are aiming to do their bit for the environment after taking delivery of seven new Nissan Leafs.

The workers from Sunderland-based Gentoo Group, took the electric vehicles out for a spin on Gateshead College’s performance test track to learn how their new pool cars work.

Director of Gentoo Green, Sally Hancox said: “The Nissan Leafs have been a welcome ad More

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Mitsubishi Motors All-New Outlander Crossover the "Official Safety Vehicle" of the 2013 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC)

Cypress, California – -Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is proud to announce that its completely redesigned 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander crossover will be the “Official Safety Vehicle” for this year’s 91st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) to be held on June 30, 2013.

With available technologically-advanced safety features including Lane Departu More

Cypress, California – -Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is proud to announce that its completely redesigned 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander crossover will be the “Official Safety Vehicle” for this year’s 91st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) to be held on June 30, 2013.

With available technologically-advanced safety features including Lane Departu More

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Mitsubishi recalls batteries used in 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles

By James Limbach
A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events. Read Full Bio→
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By James Limbach
A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events. Read Full Bio→
Email James Limbach Phone: 866-773-0221
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Own a new Nissan LEAF from £189 per month | Next Green Car

The all-new 2013 battery electric Nissan LEAF model is now available from just £189 per month, which is less than the cost of a month’s Congestion Charge payments in London.
This incredible monthly payment is for customers who decide to buy an entry-level LEAF Visia at just £15,990 (after receipt of the Government’s £5,000 plug-in grant) on the “Flex” battery lease More

The all-new 2013 battery electric Nissan LEAF model is now available from just £189 per month, which is less than the cost of a month’s Congestion Charge payments in London.
This incredible monthly payment is for customers who decide to buy an entry-level LEAF Visia at just £15,990 (after receipt of the Government’s £5,000 plug-in grant) on the “Flex” battery lease More

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Plug-In 2013 Conference & Exposition Opens Registration

CONTACT:
Mindy Berman, 310-200-6980
mindy@mfbcommunications.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JUNE 18, 2013

Plug-In 2013 Conference & Exposition Opens Registration
Taking Place in San Diego Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, Conference Will Address What’s Next for the Electric Highway

Registration is now open for the Plu More

CONTACT:
Mindy Berman, 310-200-6980
mindy@mfbcommunications.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JUNE 18, 2013

Plug-In 2013 Conference & Exposition Opens Registration
Taking Place in San Diego Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, Conference Will Address What’s Next for the Electric Highway

Registration is now open for the Plu More

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Blink and NovaCharge Announce Dealer Partnership – MarketWatch

SAN FRANCISCO, June 18, Jun 18, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE via COMTEX) — ECOtality, Inc. ECTY 0.00%a leader in clean electric transportation and NovaCharge, LLC, a leader in the deployment of EV charging infrastructure, announced today that NovaCharge has become an authorized dealer of Blink commercial chargers.

To meet the growing demand for Electric Vehicle Charge Stations, Blink is estab More

SAN FRANCISCO, June 18, Jun 18, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE via COMTEX) — ECOtality, Inc. ECTY 0.00%a leader in clean electric transportation and NovaCharge, LLC, a leader in the deployment of EV charging infrastructure, announced today that NovaCharge has become an authorized dealer of Blink commercial chargers.

To meet the growing demand for Electric Vehicle Charge Stations, Blink is estab More

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All of a Sudden, There Aren’t Enough Electric Cars to Keep Up with Demand | TIME.com

Electric vehicles like the Nissan Leaf and Honda Fit EV used to languish on dealership lots for months. A pricing war with aggressive incentives and cheap lease deals has changed all that.

Last year, Nissan sold about half the number of Leafs it had anticipated, marking two years in a row of disappointing sales for the electric car pioneer. One of the factors holding the Leaf back from appe More

Electric vehicles like the Nissan Leaf and Honda Fit EV used to languish on dealership lots for months. A pricing war with aggressive incentives and cheap lease deals has changed all that.

Last year, Nissan sold about half the number of Leafs it had anticipated, marking two years in a row of disappointing sales for the electric car pioneer. One of the factors holding the Leaf back from appe More

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All of a Sudden, There Aren’t Enough Electric Cars to Keep Up with Demand | TIME.com

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Solar3D Newest Solar Cell Will Produce Even More Power

Company’s Continuing Work on Its Breakthrough Product Results in an Enhanced Version That Yields More Electricity per Dollar
SANTA BARBARA, CA–(Marketwired – Jun 18, 2013) – Solar3D, Inc. (OTCQB: SLTD), the developer of a breakthrough 3-dimensional solar cell technology to maximize the conversion of sunlight into electricity, today announced that as a result of its co More

Company’s Continuing Work on Its Breakthrough Product Results in an Enhanced Version That Yields More Electricity per Dollar
SANTA BARBARA, CA–(Marketwired – Jun 18, 2013) – Solar3D, Inc. (OTCQB: SLTD), the developer of a breakthrough 3-dimensional solar cell technology to maximize the conversion of sunlight into electricity, today announced that as a result of its co More

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Electric-motorcycle pioneer ‘pushes limits’ on cross-country rides

Terry Hershner made what he calls first coast-to-coast run on electric bike, and he’s on road again

Less than two weeks after completing what he called the first coast-to-coast run on an electric motorcycle, clean-energy advocate Terry Hershner left Orlando Monday on a more ambitious gasoline-free journey: a 15,000-mile ride throughout the U.S.

“It’s about pushing More

Terry Hershner made what he calls first coast-to-coast run on electric bike, and he’s on road again

Less than two weeks after completing what he called the first coast-to-coast run on an electric motorcycle, clean-energy advocate Terry Hershner left Orlando Monday on a more ambitious gasoline-free journey: a 15,000-mile ride throughout the U.S.

“It’s about pushing More

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2013 Ford C-Max: Prius challenger shines (video review)

decade after its debut in Europe, Ford unveiled the C-Max in the United States in the fall of 2012 as the carmaker’s hybrid-only line. It’s available as a gas-electric hybrid and the Energi, a plug-in hybrid. It’s not available in a gas-only model.

Ford’s goal is simple: It wants to infiltrate the long-standing dominance of the ever-expanding Prius family.

And the carmaker is More

decade after its debut in Europe, Ford unveiled the C-Max in the United States in the fall of 2012 as the carmaker’s hybrid-only line. It’s available as a gas-electric hybrid and the Energi, a plug-in hybrid. It’s not available in a gas-only model.

Ford’s goal is simple: It wants to infiltrate the long-standing dominance of the ever-expanding Prius family.

And the carmaker is More

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Surrey fleet takes delivery of UK’s first Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid

Surrey-based eco-business Naked Energy is set to see impressive fuel economy and low emissions after taking delivery of the UK’s first V60 Plug-In Hybrid.

The company is a British design and innovation business developing its own hybrid solar technology and finance director Nick Simmons believes the eco-friendly Volvo reflects the technology and ethos of Naked Energy’s own hybrid so More

Surrey-based eco-business Naked Energy is set to see impressive fuel economy and low emissions after taking delivery of the UK’s first V60 Plug-In Hybrid.

The company is a British design and innovation business developing its own hybrid solar technology and finance director Nick Simmons believes the eco-friendly Volvo reflects the technology and ethos of Naked Energy’s own hybrid so More

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Green Fleet Roundup: Smith Electric Vehicles, Volvo, Linde, ChargePoint

Smith Electric Vehicles has produced more than 700 all-electric Edison and Newton trucks (pictured), which have cumulatively generated more than 5 million miles on the road, offsetting an estimated 700,000 gallons of fuel and eliminating more than 10,000 short tons of greenhouse gases, the company says. Smith Electric fleet customers can save about 70 percent annually on fuel and maintenance durin More

Smith Electric Vehicles has produced more than 700 all-electric Edison and Newton trucks (pictured), which have cumulatively generated more than 5 million miles on the road, offsetting an estimated 700,000 gallons of fuel and eliminating more than 10,000 short tons of greenhouse gases, the company says. Smith Electric fleet customers can save about 70 percent annually on fuel and maintenance durin More

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