Honda recently announced several new electromotive concept models that will be on display at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011 in early December 2011.
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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
Volvo to sell first V60 diesel PHEV in 2012
Volvo’s V60 Plug-in Hybrid, a sporty wagon that debuted at this year’s Geneva Auto Show, will go on sale in Europe in 2012, the company announced this week.
Car makers collaborate on fast charging system
Seven major automakers have agreed on a standardized DC fast-charging system for the United States and Europe.
Fisker to deliver majority of 3000 pre-orders in 2011
Fisker Automotive, the Southern California maker of the luxury plug-in hybrid Karma sports sedan, says they are on track to fill most of the 3,000 pre-orders they received by the end of this year.
Mexico City gets LEAF taxis
Mexico City has received three Nissan LEAFs and charging stations to be used for their “Zero-Emissions Taxis” pilot program.