Hybrid and electric car news articles 
Russian entrepeneur purchases electric car manufacturer THINK
Following a bankruptcy proceeding initiated by the Norwegian carmaker last month, THINK Global AS has been purchased by Mr. Boris G. Zingarevich, whose investment operations are based in St. Petersburg, Russia. Over its 20-year history, THINK achieved the status of the leading dedicated electric vehicle maker in the world. The THINK City has accumulated more than 48 million km of road experience in the several countries where it has been mark... [more]
Speedy Hire selects Ford's Transit ECOnetic vans
Speedy Hire has taken delivery of 19 of Ford’s super-efficient Transit ECOnetic vans. The Ford Transit ECOnetic was selected for its superior fuel economy, tax benefits and best-in-class CO2 emissions.The Ford Transit ECOnetic vans, supplied through Ford dealer Gordons of Bolton, will be used by Speedy’s engineers to provide rapid and efficient transport for maintenance calls around the UK. They join a fleet of around 2,000 vehicles – exclusively... [more]
The Volt has an electric-only range of between 30 and 50 miles depending on terrain and traffic conditions
Chevrolet chose to announce the UK pricing of the Volt, which comes to showrooms in right-hand-drive form in Spring 2012, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the US-manufacturer was celebrating its centenary. When it goes on sale in the UK next year, the Volt will cost from £28,545 after the government backed £5,000 electric vehicle grant, making it less expensive than some traditional petrol or diesel engined five-door hatchbacks. Unl... [more]
Japan Post Service tests electric vehicle based on Nissan's compact commercial vehicle NV200
Nissan's NV200 was recently chosen as the next generation New York taxi. It is a model aimed for customers around the world, the next-generation compact commercial vehicle suited for a wide variety of situations including business, daily use, or leisure. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will begin global proving tests starting July 2011 of an electric vehicle (EV) based on the compact commercial vehicle NV200. For the first phase, the Japan Post Servic... [more]
Transport Secretary reveals the Government's vision to support ultra-low emission vehicles
Transport Secretary Philip Hammond has revealed "Making the Connection: the Plug-In Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy" - the Government's vision for recharging infrastructure to support the electric vehicles revolution. The publication identifies how recharging infrastructure will develop in a way that is targeted, convenient and safe. It sets out the steps that Government, as part of its £400m programme to support ultra-low emission vehicles, ... [more]
Other Hybrid and electric car news and reviews
Electric car network gets first test in Israel
Israeli entrepreneur Shai Agassi has begun rolling out the world's first nationwide electric car network. Now, will the drivers come?After more than $400 million in outlays and months behind schedule, ...
Mitsubishi builds i-Miev Evo electric car for Pikes Peak
At the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in July, Mitsubishi will enter an Evolution version of its i-Miev electric car, alongside a production i-Miev, in the new Electric division. Originally posted at The Car Tech blog
Israel becomes lab for electric car network
Israeli entrepreneur Shai Agassi has begun rolling out the world's first nationwide electric car network. Now, will the drivers come?
Nissan launches first Aussie electric car
NISSAN has launched Australia's first fully electric car, boasting green credentials from the name up.
World's first nationwide electric car network gets its first roll-out in Israel
Israeli entrepreneur Shai Agassi has begun rolling out the world's first nationwide electric car network. Now, will the drivers come?
Hybrid And Electric Cars Can Literally Be Silent Killers
Many people choose a hybrid car because it is better for the environment and could be making a small contribution to improving conditions of the planet for future generations.
Car Charging Europe Partners With Energy Related Services Nederland N.V. to Provide Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging ...
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. and AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands -- Car Charging Group, Inc. , an international provider of convenient electric vehicle (EV) charging services, today announced it has signed an agreement ...
The hybrid premium: How much more does a hybrid car cost?
Hybrid cars tend to cost a bit more than their equivalent non-hybrid counterparts, but how much more? CNET looks at a selection of mostly mid-size sedans to analyze the differences. Originally posted at The Car Tech blog
Lafayette gives surge to local electric-car charging network
Attention electric vehicle owners: There's one more place in Boulder County to zap your ride. On Thursday, Lafayette unveils a new charging station for green drivers.
Car Makers Say California Electric Car Industry Running On All Cylinders
FREMONT (KCBS) – Electric vehicle sales in California have taken off, industry officials said Friday as they urged state leaders to ensure there is infrastructure to support the growing number of electric vehicles. General Motors [...]
