-Kyocera Solar Inc., a leading supplier of reliable solar modules and renewable energy solutions, announced today that its photovoltaic (PV) solar panels are powering the new 90-kilowatt canopy that charges electric vehicles (EVs) at the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The Solar-to-EV project, in partnership with Smart City San Diego, is run by San Diego Gas … Continue reading KYOCERA Solar Panels Power Innovative Solar-to-EV Project with Smart City San Diego
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BMW: Electric vehicles will arrive at dealers in 2014
The BMW i3 electric concept car marks 40 years of electric vehicles from the Bavarian automaker. Looking back on the history of BMW’s electric efforts is interesting for anyone who thinks the capabilities of today’s EVs would have been out of reach a generation ago. I say that primarily because of the BMW E1. A … Continue reading BMW: Electric vehicles will arrive at dealers in 2014
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Maryland is charged up about electric vehicles
The author of the article, “5 reasons buyers don’t charge ahead on electric vehicles,” (Dec. 4) is clearly unaware of the numerous steps Maryland has taken under Gov. Martin O’Malley‘s leadership to create incentives and facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles in our state. In 2009, Governor O’Malley and the legislature worked together to require … Continue reading Maryland is charged up about electric vehicles
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Plug-In Electric Vehicles
Since the market for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) opened in earnest in 2010, with the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt battling for market leadership and the Tesla Roadster targeting the high end of the performance market, several manufacturers have launched new models. The 2013 model year is looking increasingly competitive, and manufacturers should carefully choose … Continue reading Plug-In Electric Vehicles
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Largest fleet of electric vehicles in the North Range at CTT
24 Kangoo Maxi Z.E. (zero emission) vans from Renault will be used to transport personnel carbon-free at the HHLA Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT). The fleet is part of the ‘Hamburg – Wirtschaft am Strom’ (Hamburg – Current Affairs) project, which is being funded by the German Federal Ministry of Transport, Building and Urban Development (BMVBS) … Continue reading Largest fleet of electric vehicles in the North Range at CTT
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Endesa presents wireless charging for electric vehicles for the first time in Spain
This new system enables drivers to charge their batteries in comfort, without having to leave their vehicles, and has the advantage that the vehicle does not have to be positioned exactly on the transmitter coil. The new project developed with Fundación CIRCE has achieved a totally safe high-power charging system. Endesa and Fundación CIRCE have … Continue reading Endesa presents wireless charging for electric vehicles for the first time in Spain
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Mitsubishi, UCS partner on smart grid study with 12 i electric vehicles
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is supporting the University of Southern California (USC) and the renowned institution’s Viterbi School of Engineering as it develops a special campus-wide Smart Grid “Living Laboratory” project including the use of Mitsubishi i-MiEV 100% electric vehicles. The Mitsubishi Motors/USC Electric Vehicle Smart Grid Demonstration Project will work … Continue reading Mitsubishi, UCS partner on smart grid study with 12 i electric vehicles
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Electric Vehicle Festival — Saturday 1/12/12 — Canberra City
The International Electric Vehicle Festival will be held in downtown Canberra in City Walk (Civic) next to the merry-go-round on December 1st 2012, demonstrating the potential for these vehicles to be sustainable transport options. The festival is an international and national show-case of the wide variety of electric powered vehicles available to the community today, … Continue reading Electric Vehicle Festival — Saturday 1/12/12 — Canberra City
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Smith Electric Vehicles adding up to 200 manufacturing jobs
This will be the company’s third production plant, joining its headquarters in Kansas City and a plant in New York City. Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Will Bring Hundreds of Jobs in the City; City Will Offer Comprehensive Incentive Program to Support Vehicle Adoption; Major Step Forward as Chicago’s Electric Vehicle and Battery Sector Grows. Mayor Rahm … Continue reading Smith Electric Vehicles adding up to 200 manufacturing jobs
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Building a Better Battery for Electric Vehicles and the Grid
If you wanted to shorten the path from discovering to commercializing a promising battery technology for electric and hybrid vehicles and the electricity grid, you’d probably want to start an Energy Innovation Hub. That’s exactly what happened today, as Argonne National Lab takes the reins of the newly formed Batteries and Energy Storage Hub. It’ll … Continue reading Building a Better Battery for Electric Vehicles and the Grid
Continue readingTop 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Electric Vehicles
10. Did you know that the average American’s daily round-trip commute is less than 30 miles? With many electric vehicles having a range of more than 70 miles a charge, they are a reliable and comfortable way for Americans to get from point A to point B. For longer trips, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle … Continue reading Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Electric Vehicles
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Obama administration launches project to develop electric-vehicle batteries
The Energy Department will dole out the money over five years to establish a research hub for batteries and energy storage, backed by five national laboratories, five Midwestern universities and four private firms. The Obama administration launched a fresh $120-million research project Friday, aimed at developing cheaper batteries for electric vehicles, a sector that has … Continue reading Obama administration launches project to develop electric-vehicle batteries
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3.7 Million Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Sold in 2011
Approximately 1.2 million electric vehicles (including e-bikes and scooters) and 2.5 million hybrid electric vehicles were sold in North America and Europe in 2011, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) Implementing Agreement for co-operation on Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technologies and Programs (IA-HEV). 2011 marked the first full year of … Continue reading 3.7 Million Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Sold in 2011
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Ford Sells 2,000 Electric Vehicles to GE
Ford Motor Co. (NYSE: F) and General Electric Co. (NYSE: GE) today announced that GE will purchase 2,000 of Ford’s C-Max Energi plug-in hybrids for GE’s fleet. The purchase will bring the total number of vehicles in GE’s total fleet of 25,000 vehicles to more than 5,000 alternative fuel vehicles. The two companies also plan … Continue reading Ford Sells 2,000 Electric Vehicles to GE
Continue readingElectric Vehicles for Fleet Operators
“Electric Vehicles for Fleet Operators – A Cost-effective and Low-emission Alternative to Gasoline Vehicles” provides an analysis of the benefits from electric vehicles to the fleet operators. Electric vehicles (EVs) refer to automobiles that utilize electric motors for propulsion and are powered with the help of rechargeable battery packs. EVs are serving as a cost-effective … Continue reading Electric Vehicles for Fleet Operators
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Toyota working on sodium-ion batteries
Toyota has developed a new material that can significantly boost the capacity of sodium-ion batteries, the Nikkei business newspaper reports. The new positive electrode material could lead to the development of batteries that can power electric vehicles for 500 kilometers to 1,000 kilometers on a single charge. According to the report, the Japanese carmaker has … Continue reading Toyota working on sodium-ion batteries
Continue readingBCAA’s new electric vehicle initiative educates British Columbians
As electric vehicle (EV) technology evolves and more charging stations are installed throughout the province, the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) is responding and has introduced its new EV initiative, “evolve”. The program aims to educate British Columbians about EV technology and provide automotive support to current and prospective EV owners. Last Thursday, former Vancouver … Continue reading BCAA’s new electric vehicle initiative educates British Columbians
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GM and ABB demonstrate Chevrolet Volt Battery Reuse
General Motors and ABB showed the next stage in battery reuse, the repackaging of five used Chevrolet Volt batteries into a modular unit capable of providing two hours of electricity needed by three to five average American homes. The uninterruptable power supply and grid power balancing system was demonstrated during GM’s Electrification Experience. The prototype … Continue reading GM and ABB demonstrate Chevrolet Volt Battery Reuse
Continue readingHertz Introduces Electric Vehicles In San Antonio
The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) announced the expansion of its car sharing program, Hertz On Demand, in San Antonio with the introduction of a Nissan Leaf electric vehicle and the addition of seven parking locations throughout downtown San Antonio. “We’ve enjoyed a successful partnership with the City of San Antonio, seeing membership and usage continue … Continue reading Hertz Introduces Electric Vehicles In San Antonio
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Formula E orders 42 Electric Cars from Spark Racing Technology
Formula E Holdings Ltd. (FEH) – the official promoter of the new FIA Formula E Championship – has announced the purchase of 42 electric Formula cars from the newly formed company, Spark Racing Technology (SRT). The cars will be used in the Formula E Championship inaugural race in 2014. SRT, led by Mr Frédéric Vasseur, … Continue reading Formula E orders 42 Electric Cars from Spark Racing Technology
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