Posted in Auto News on Aug 21st, 2010
It’s not unheard of to convert a Porsche to an EV, but this may be the first time it has bee done to a 928. The owner pulled the V8 engine, then jettisoned everything else that wasn’t mission critical – including hardware from the doors, wheels and tires. This amounted to about 1,700 pounds. But [...]
Posted in Auto News on Jul 15th, 2010
The Electrification Coalition ad’s message: Gasoline is dangerous and should be jettisoned in favor of cleaner, more efficient options. OdoClub makes it possible for you to earn auto rewards for every mile you drive. The rewards earned in this one-of-a-kind dealership loyalty program can be redeemed at participating automotive dealerships for discounts on goods and [...]
Posted in Auto News on May 20th, 2010
When it comes to electric and hybrid automobiles, silence isn’t necessarily golden. It’s actually a hazard. The AAM, along with the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, the American Council for the Blind and the National Federation for the Blind have agreed on a plan to address a potential problem caused by electric and hybrid cars [...]
Posted in Auto News on Apr 1st, 2010
Two southern California residents are going off the grid, but staying on the road. To meet their electrical energy needs, Peder and Julie Nordby, installed solar panels on the rooftop of their home. They also got a BMW Mini E. Their home’s rooftop solar panels generate 12,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per year — enough to [...]