US demand for gasoline to drop: AP report
The demand for gasoline might never get back to levels seen during 2006, as alternate forms of fuel gain more popularity, a report by AP said.
Honda starts lease sales of the EV-neo electric scooter on Dec 24
Honda Japan today said that it will start lease sales of the EV-neo electric scooter on December 24, 2010. Designed as urban delivery vehicles, the scooters are seen by Japan's Ministry of Environment as technology development projects for global warming countermeasures.
Science's 2011 Watch list to focus on Large Hadron Collider, Adaptation Genes, Laser Fusion, Electric Cars
In 2011, journal Science's editors will be watching a smaller detector at the Large Hadron Collider called LHCb; new techniques that should lead to the discovery of many more genes; an ignited fusion burn; the first plug-in hybrid electric cars whose batteries are charged from a wall socket go on the market; and and results from a late-stage trial of a malaria vaccine in Africa.
UK govt to give 25 pct subsidy to 9 new electric cars
The British government on Wednesday said all the nine electric cars, which will be bought in the country, are eligible for a subsidy of up to £5,000 (or $7,935).
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South Korea to target production of 1.2 mln electric cars by 2015
The South Korean government has unveiled a plan to nurture the eco-friendly vehicle industry and plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Ford, Azure Dynamics start delivery of Transit Connect Electrics
Ford Motor Company and Azure Dynamics have begun shipping the first Ford Transit Connect Electrics to early customers in North America and to the United Kingdom for a demonstration project.
Hertz to offer electric Smart cars for rent
The Hertz Corporation, the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, has entered into a joint partnership with Smart USA for electric car sharing and Hertz Rent A Car locations in New York, Washington, DC, and San Francisco.
Nissan Leaf voted 2011 European Car of the Year
Nissan Motor Co.'s zero emission vehicle and the 100 percent electric car Nissan Leaf was awarded the title of European Car of the Year for 2011. Leaf, thus, becomes the first all-electric car to take the prestigious title.
CARe 500 electric car priced at $32,900
The CARe 500, the electric car based on the much-loved, ultra-compact FIAT 500, will now be available at a starting price of €23,900 ($32,900).
EPA rates Chevrolet Volt at 93 mpg for fuel efficiency
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rolled out their mileage ratings for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt and has given 93 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving while running on electricity alone.
Coda signs rental deals with Hertz Corp
CODA Automotive, a California-based electric car and battery company, and The Hertz Corporation, the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, entered into a partnership making 100% all-electric CODA sedans available at select Southern California Hertz locations.
Nissan to add audible pedestrian warning system for hybrid cars
Nissan Motors Co would be the world's first hybrid to come equipped with standard pedestrian warning sounds for its new 2012 Infiniti M35h, when it goes on sale at Infiniti retailers nationwide in early 2011, the carmaker said in a statement.
A lithium ETF: A new type of commodity investment
Given the explosive expansion of electronic gadgets in recent years, the demand for lithium has surged. Now, with the imminent development of more electric and hybrid vehicles (whose batteries will increasingly use lithium), demand for this obscure metal could skyrocket.
Toyota Motors to launch 11 new hybrid models by 2012
Toyota Motors plans to launch 11 new hybrid models by the end of 2012, in an effort aimed at limiting oil consumption and reducing carbon dioxide emissions through the use of electricity and other alternative energies.
Jaguar unveils C-X75 electric concept car
Jaguar has unveiled a electric concept car that can run 900 kms to a charge with a top speed of 320 kms per hour. Christened C-X75, it has been created to celebrate 75 years of the company.
Chevrolet Volt named Automobile of the Year
The Chevrolet Volt electric car is the Automobile Magazine's 2011 Automobile of the Year. The award will be presented to Joel Ewanick, GM U.S. Marketing Vice President, on Wednesday at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.
Interest in electric cars is growing, but practical concerns remain: Survey
The influential nonprofit organization, the Consumer Reports, which publishes guides on everything from cars to TVs, said in a report released on Tuesday, that the electrification of the car is grabbing the attention of more consumers.
Ford's electric car Focus to be sold in 19 cities next year
Ford Motors has announced the list of cities, which shall receive the first all-electric passenger car Focus Electric, which debuts in late 2011.
Wind energy-powered sports car Nemesis unveiled in UK
Ecotricity, the UK's leading green energy company, has launched the first high performance electric sports car 'Nemesis' designed and built entirely in the UK.
Electric cars to drive Israel to energy independence
Israel is expected to provide favorable environment for the companies which are planning to roll out electric cars.
London to install 1,300 electric charging points by 2013
The city-wide electric vehicle charging network in London will be launched in spring 2011. The scheme called Source London will deliver 1,300 public charging points throughout UK's capital city by 2013.
Ten best cities for electric cars in United States
Plenty of research - from sources like GE and Deloitte, to name a few - has shown that range anxiety, or the fear of running out of battery charge in the middle of the road, is one of the biggest factors scaring consumers away from electric vehicles (EVs).
GE to buy 25,000 electric vehicles by 2015
General Electric Co will buy 25,000 electric vehicles by 2015 for its own fleet and through its Capital Fleet Services business.
Alternative energy's economic viability to improve by 2020: Report
Even as demand for oil is expected to surge in the next decade or so, alternative fuel sources are gaining popularity as they become more economically viable, according to a report by the Boston Consulting Group.
California Energy Commission awards $9.6 million to make components, biofuels for electric vehicles
The California Energy Commission has awarded more than $9.6 million in state funding to make components and biofuels required for manufacturing electric vehicles.
China's Shenzhen city to have 35,000 electric cars within 3 years
Shenzhen city in China plans to have 35,000 electric cars on its road within three years, the city's vice-mayor Tang Jie said at an event in Hong Kong.
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