With the one-year anniversary of the Leaf’s launch coming up on Dec. 11, Nissan has made the all-electric hatchback available in seven new US markets.
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Epic EV to provide lightweight composite body for the new DeLorean
California-based Epic EV will provide a lightweight resin-infused composite body for DeLorean’s new EV, which is scheduled to go into production in 2012.
Forbes lists two EV firms among America’s Most Promising Companies
ALTe Powertrain Technologies and Coda Automotive are two of America’s Most Promising Companies, according to Forbes.
The Volt gains on the LEAF, but both falter near the finish line
Sales of the Chevy Volt accelerated in November – over 1,100 units – even as sales of Nissan’s Leaf continued to sputter – 672 units for the month.
Panasonic to provide power for plug-in Prius
Panasonic announced today that it will supply lithium-ion batteries for Toyota’s new Prius PHEV. The company is already supplying nickel-metal hydride batteries to several automakers, but this will be the first time its lithium-ion offerings appear in a production vehicle. The Japanese electronics giant is charging ahead in the battery business, with a major R&D… Read more »
Suzuki may sell EVs in India
Suzuki Motor Corp, the Shogun of small cars, is considering launching an EV in India, though it sees infrastructure as a big challenge. No details or dates have been mentioned, but it might be logical to assume that Suzuki’s tiny Swift PHEV, which is on display at this week’s Tokyo Motor Show, is the model… Read more »
Plug-in Prius goes on sale
The long-awaited PHEV version of Toyota’s trendsetter will begin deliveries in Japan in January, and in the US in March.
New study: California emissions targets can’t be met without EVs
Renewable energy and conservation alone won’t be enough for California to meet its target of reducing 2050 carbon emissions 80% below the 1990 level, according to a new paper published.
Mitsubishi to launch new Minicab-MiEV commercial vehicle in Japan
Mitsubishi’s Minicab-MiEV, the second model in the company’s new EV lineup, will debut on December 8 at dealerships in Japan.
Audi puts a PHEV in the pipeline
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.