Touting the specs for its new PHEV this week, Ford staked out a clear position for it in the market: face-to-face with a certain hit Japanese hatchback. The new C-MAX Energi is projected to deliver 550 miles of total range, and 20 miles in electric-only mode, nearly double the electric-only range of the Toyota Prius… Read more »
Search Results Found For: "dealerships "
The WattStation, the LEAF and onboard charger damage
It’s now been documented that, in at least a few cases, a LEAF’s onboard charger has been damaged after charging with a WattStation, but the cause of the problem is not yet clear.
Chevy Volt laps other plug-ins in May sales
The American-made Volt handily beat its Japanese competitors in US sales of plug-in vehicles for the month of May.
Ford, Microsoft tout Focus EV charging and connectivity features
Ford's app keeps track of when local utilities switch to lower off-peak charging rates, and automatically starts charging at the lowest cost.
AMP opens first dealership, offers electric versions of Mercedes and Jeep SUVs
AMP specializes in converting legacy vehicles to electric power, including the Mercedes ML350 and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs.
First Ford dealers certified to sell Focus Electric
Ford announced this week that the first 67 dealers are certified and ready to sell the 2012 Ford Focus Electric.
HPEV develops PHEV conversion kit
The comapny is developing what it calls a “parallel hybrid load assist retrofit package,” which it plans to demonstrate on a Ford 350 class 3 truck later this year.
ABB launches new DC fast charger
The charger, called the Terra Smart Connect, is a lower-priced option aimed at fleet operators, parking lots, rental companies, car dealerships and shopping malls.
EPA figures confirm Coda Sedan’s impressive range
Coda’s official 88-mile range beats every other EV on the market, save the smaller and much pricier Tesla Roadster, which claims a range of 245 miles.
The new Prius Plug-in is eligible for California rebate and HOV lane
In electric mode, the Prius Plug-in has a top speed of 62 mph, a range of 11 miles, and an efficiency rating of 95MPGe.