German automakers are looking at tough fleet-average CO2 regulations in 2015, and tougher ones in 2020, so each is searching for the perfect mix of electrons and hydrocarbons in their product lineup.
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Nissan chief: the Leaf is our anti-crisis weapon
Japan’s number-two automaker has faced at least five major crises over the last few years – the US mortgage meltdown, the European debt debacle, a quake in Japan, floods in Thailand and a sky-high yen that makes things tough for Japanese exporters.
Honda jumps into EV market with debut of the new Fit EV
Honda unveiled its new 2013 Fit EV at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week.
California announces another year of rebates for clean vehicles
Yesterday, the California Air Resources Board (ARB) handed out the first check from a new pot of $15 million for clean vehicle rebates.
Honda to Introduce Electromotive Concept Models
Honda recently announced several new electromotive concept models that will be on display at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011 in early December 2011.
Alcoa’s all-aluminum design reduces weight of BYD Electric Bus by 40 percent
The bus world is buzzing over the news that aluminum giant Alcoa’s design for the new BYD Electric Bus reduces its body weight by 40 percent compared to steel options, which should improve the range by at least 10 percent. The new design features an all-aluminum frame, as well as forged aluminum wheels and fasteners…. Read more »
Mitsubishi to debut mid-size PHEV with four-wheel drive and vehicle-to-home capability
EV fans will find a lot of things to like about the Concept PX-MiEV II — the cryptic name isn’t one of them — one of 15 vehicles that Mitsubishi will be touting at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. The PX is a plug-in hybrid SUV with a 4-wheel-drive powertrain, dual 60kW electric motors and… Read more »
A123 takes a financial hit as Fisker battery orders slump
Advanced battery maker A123 Systems has lowered its revenue guidance figure for 2011
Ford taking reservations for Focus Electric
Ford has released long-awaited details about the 2012 Focus EV, and begun taking reservations in two preliminary markets.
Tesla just had to be different with its stylish new charger
Tesla’s CEO recently unveiled a wall-mounted charger for the company’s forthcoming Model S sedan