Latest Hybrid and electric car News
The electric car must be affordable for a wide range of people
The automobile is facing a transition to a new era. For decades, petrol and diesel engines were the defining drive types, but in the near future part-electric (hybrid) and full-electric cars will join them. It is in this context that Volkswagen presents five automobiles in Shanghai that give a presence to the future. Three of them are united by a new label for zeroemissions mobility: blue-e-motion. The Up! blue-e-motion concept car shows how t... [more]
Mercedes-Benz and smart install electric recharging points across their dealer networks
Mercedes-Benz and smart are preparing for the widespread uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK by beginning the installation of recharging points across their dealer networks. So far 20 Elektrobay recharging units, produced in the UK by Brighton-based Elektromotive, have been installed at seven locations as part of a pilot project, and further expansion of the initiative is planned later this year. smart will be starting public trials o... [more]
New Touareg available to order now with first customer deliveries in October
Volkswagen's new Touareg opens for ordering in UK Retailers ahead of the first customer deliveries taking place in October. Prices for the new Touareg start at £38,225 for the SE 3.0-litre TDI 240 PS, while the Hybrid model, which goes on sale next month, costs £54,995. The new Touareg builds on the virtues of space and comfort, as well as off-road and towing ability that led to the original Touareg building up a loyal following in the UK. De... [more]
Vauxhall Ampera Extended-Range Electric Vehicle undertakes the longest single journey by an electric car on British roads
Tomorrow (Tuesday June 22) will mark a turning point in UK automotive history when a Vauxhall Ampera E-REV (Extended-Range Electric Vehicle) undertakes the longest single journey by an electric car on British roads. The prototype Ampera, which goes on sale in the UK in early 2012, will appropriately be driven in relay by a selection of drivers from Vauxhall’s home in Luton, Bedfordshire to its passenger car plant in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire - ... [more]
Lexus upgrades full hybrid GS 450h
Lexus has introduced a series of styling, technical and equipment revisions that further strengthen the full hybrid GS 450h’s appeal in the premium saloon market. It has rationalised the model line-up into two equipment grades – SE and SE-L – and introduced new exterior colour choices, alloy wheel designs and interior trims. The GS, powered by a smooth and ultra-efficient combination of a 3.5-lire petrol V6 and a compact 650V electric motor, d... [more]
Other Hybrid and electric car news and reviews
Electric cars like Chevy's new Volt are too expensive today, but they won't be for long.
General Motors has announced that the bottom-end version of the Chevy Volt, its new electric car, will cost $41,000. Even after a generous federal rebate, it's still pricey.
Research and Markets: Electric Car Markets in Europe: Analysis and Strategic Review of 10 Countries
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/497a8f/electric_car_marke) has announced the addition of the "Electric Car Markets in Europe: Analysis and Strategic Review of 10 Countries" report to their offering. Electric Car Markets in Europe: Analysis and Strategic Review of 10 Countries This unique and powerful 185 page ...
GM takes on Nissan in electric car battle
The next phase in the rebirth of the electric car is turning into a battle between General Motors and Nissan Motor Co. GM executives, speaking Tuesday at a plug-in car conference in San Jose, said their Chevrolet Volt will cost $41,000 when it hits the market... Chevrolet Volt - General Motors - Electric car - Nissan Motors - Plug-in hybrid
Enterprise to offer electric cars to rent
ST. LOUIS, July 29 (UPI) -- Enterprise Rent-A-Car said it had plans to put electrically powered vehicles into its U.S. fleet of rental cars, starting with the Nissan Leaf. Enterprise Rent-A-Car - Car rental - Nissan Leaf - Electric car - Los Angeles
Nissan Leaf to be offered as rental car
Nissan Motor Co. will sell 500 Leaf electric cars to Enterprise Rent-A-Car starting in January, as the Japanese automaker aims to put more drivers behind the wheel of its battery-powered vehicle.
Porsche hybrid 918 Spyder goes into production
Porsche announced Wednesday that it will produce its 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car, which was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in April. The car boasts a 500-horsepower V8 engine and is expected to be among the most expensive Porsches ever produced.
Can Electric Vehicles Lose the Plug?
Wireless chargers are more convenient, but less efficient. GM and Nissan will have to overcome many consumer concerns as they bring mass-market plug-in hybrid and electric cars to market this winter. One aspect that might make potential buyers hesitate is a fear that they'll forget to plug in their cars when they get home, and thus won't have a charged-up car in the morning.
Honda CR-Z hybrid long on spirit, short on fuel economy
Photos don't do the 2011 Honda CR-Z justice -- in person, the little gasoline-electric hybrid has more attitude than you'd expect, and surprisingly sporty performance to back it up.
Electric car Chevy Volt to cost $41,000 before tax rebate
A federal tax credit would shave the electric car's price to $33,500. The carmaker turns heads by offering leases as low as $350 a month. The rival Nissan Leaf will sell for as little as $20,280 or lease for $349 a month. The Chevrolet Volt, the first mass-market electric vehicle from General Motors Co., will have a sticker price starting at $41,000 when it hits showrooms later this year.
Today at High Gear Media: Sonata Hybrid, Tesla and A Melted Italia
Just when you think you've seen enough green, High Gear Media is rounding out the week with more coverage of hybrids and electric cars today. Batting lead: the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which turns in Fusion-like fuel economy and has big tax credits in its arsenal--and sports a comely new front end that'll have you looking twice to make sure...
