Posted in Auto News on Dec 31st, 2010
2010 was a win-win for mass-marketed affordable electronic vehicles. The Nissan Leaf introduced itself. So did the Chevy Volt, a mostly-electric plug-in hybrid. There were other important automotive innovations, too: Vehicles that drive themselves? Yep, 2010 had that. Fuel-saving Auto Start-Stop technology, check. Check out Autopia’s complete list here. No matter what vehicle you drive [...]
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 Feb 22nd, 2010
Mercedes-Benz is experimenting with plug-in hybrids that can run on batteries or a fuel cell. The F 800 Style, “multi-drive” concept car riffs on the same technology used in the S 400 Hybrid and the B-Class F-Cell. But the look is brand new, sort of…it’s actually reminiscent of the classic 300SL Gullwing Coupe. The F800 [...]
Posted in Auto News on Aug 28th, 2009
Even though it built the Mother of All green vehicles, Toyota is apparently taking its time in building an all-electric car. “We’re not looking around at the latest PR articles, and saying ‘oh my gosh, we have to change our plans because somebody said this or that,’” said Doug Coleman, US-based Prius product manager at [...]