The project is supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and the US DOE.
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BMW’s EVs will help London Olympics reach its emissions goal
As the Official Automotive Partner for the 2012 Olympics, BMW will supply a fleet of 4,000 vehicles for the London games, which begin July 27.
The fleet footed survive: VIA Motors electrifies trucks, vans and SUVs
On the strength of a shrewd business plan and ties to GM, VIA Motors plans to jump-start the electric transition through the back door of America’s service vehicles. Its E-REV pickup trucks and vans prove that you can have your fuel efficiency and costs savings, too. Everyone should want an EV. They’re more efficient than… Read more »
Two materials firms join IBM’s Li-air Battery 500 Project
IBM announced Friday that Asahi Kasei and Central Glass will join its Battery 500 Project team to collaborate on research into lithium-air batteries. The two companies have some very pertinent expertise, due to their existing work with lithium-ion batteries – Chemical manufacturer Asahi Kasei makes separator membrane, and Central Glass supplies electrolytes. The… Read more »
Union of Concerned Scientists releases comprehensive study of EVs’ impact on climate change and charging costs
The UCS's report is titled State of Charge: Electric Vehicles’ Global Warming Emissions and Fuel-Cost Savings Across the US.
VIDEO: Audi announces its A3 e-tron pilot program
On Monday, the opening day of TED2012, Audi presented the battery-electric Audi A3 e-tron pilot program, which will be implemented in select cities of the U.S. as a part of the company’s e-mobility driver experience for premium car buyers. Why the slow roll out? We asked Brad Stertz, Audi’s corporate communications manager. “Our program is… Read more »
UK extends Plug-In Car Grant to vans
The UK Department for Transport announced this week that commercial EV buyers will receive a 20 percent rebate on eligible plug-in vans (up to £8,000).
China eliminates sales tax on EVs
The Chinese Ministry of Finance announced last week that sales of domestically manufactured EVs and fuel cell vehicles will be tax-free in 2012.
Drayson Racing unveils its electric Le Mans prototype
The Lola-Drayson B12/69EV is one green racing machine, built to dominate the Grand Prix track.
VIDEO: IMSA and Le Mans plan to launch an international EV Series
The EV series will be open to any OEM desiring to exhibit new technologies and “clean tech” products.