Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2011

Volkswagen, in cooperation with 6 project partners and the German Ministry of the Environment, presented in Berlin the current status of the “Fleet study in electric mobility” that was initiated in July 2008. The German federal government is targeting one million electric vehicles in Germany by 2020. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2009

The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 miles/kg (approximate mpg equivalent) during a day-long trip down the southern California coast.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2013

Driver heterogeneity matters, they found, and efforts to encourage adoption of hybrid and plug-in vehicles will have greater impact if targeted to urban drivers vs. highway drivers. Then we discuss the energy policy implications of our findings considering multiple scenarios related to market, vehicle technology, and electricity grid mix.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2015

The BMW i8 plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) was named the World Green Car at the World Car Awards in New York. The other two short-listed finalists in contention for the award were the Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-In Hybrid and the Volkswagen Golf GTE. Its battery-electric sibling, the BMW i3, took the same award in 2014.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 4, 2010

Since becoming the fuel economy leader in the 2008 model year (average 30.9 Key enablers are improvements and innovation in powertrains including gasoline direct injection, turbocharging, electric hybrids, plug-in hybrids, light-weight materials and design, and more. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 15, 2014

The next three to four years will be critical for determining whether hydrogen vehicles are just a few years behind electric vehicles, rather than decades. ”. However, they note , “ the trends are encouraging and the hydrogen enterprise has never been more serious and focused. —“The Hydrogen Transition”.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2013

It clearly shows that there are a range of potential routes to deliver significant carbon reductions, including both increased electrical mobility with battery vehicles and plug-in hybrids but also low carbon liquid and gaseous fuels. Click to enlarge. However, current measurement methods do not reflect the real impacts.

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Plugs and Cars

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Surely a strong argument can be made that something approaching a cabal turned a practical electric-cars-on-the-road mandate into a research and development program for hydrogen fuel cells vehicles. Carmakers are desirous of delaying the inevitable but problematic move to electric drive. The problem with electric is it is here now.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2009

Among the highlights of the brief summaries was the conclusion that while the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle holds promise, “ it will likely be too expensive to be commercially successful in the short-term. ”. For example, of its top 20 profit contributors in 2008, nine were cars.

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Creative Greenius

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Frank doesn’t know too much about electric cars and didn’t do much research before doing his report. Frank doesn’t like electric cars very much and doesn’t want you to either. Why did he call his report, “Electric Cars Still Years Away?&# Does he really believe that fairtale?

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Volkswagen used a newly developed three-cylinder gasoline engine with 999 cc displacement (EA211 engine series). Although the 12-valve engine was specially configured to operate with natural gas, as an alternative it can be fueled with unleaded premium gasoline. Like the gasoline engines of the up!, engine consumes 2.9

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Plugs and Cars

OCTOBER 27, 2007

Required reading: Bill Moore's EVWorld review and Martin Zimmerman's LA Times piece about their test drives of the Toyota Plug-in Prius and the hydrogen fuel cell Highlander FCHV. It also spreads doubt about the enviro bona fides of plug-ins. A supplemental electric heater comes right to mind. Cold starts mean more pollution.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2009

General Motors has released a white paper that evaluates the CO 2 reduction potential of extended-range electric vehicles (E-REVs) as well as plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), in combination with multiple vehicle charging scenarios, as compared to conventional hybrids. Adapted from Tate et al. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

PECO is expanding its fleet with new natural gas and hybrid electric models. The utility is participating in a national consortium that recently was awarded a federal stimulus grant to purchase plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and the company is buying more trucks to run on compressed natural gas (CNG) as well.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2011

Ford had previewed the small EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection unit, and had confirmed it for production, at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. Ford also said that its next generation of hybrid vehicles, including a new plug-in hybrid that will launch next year, will have a Ford-engineered transmission that will be built in Michigan.

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Plug In Partners

APRIL 2, 2008

Plug-in Cars Could Drain U.S. Water Supply, Researcher Says By Jennifer Bogo Popular Mechanics March 7, 2008 "A 30-mile commute in a gasoline-powered car would require the withdrawal of 18.9 The same commute in a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), meanwhile, would take a whopping 318 gallons.

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Plug In Partners

JUNE 30, 2008

A nother major manufacturer is jumping on the plug in hybrid bandwagon. If all goes as planned, VW is hoping to introduce the technology on vehicles by 2010, that magical year when plug-in electric vehicles being promised by multiple automakers are supposed to hit the world's roads. But, there's also a 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2009

In ARB’s analysis, most vehicles on the road in 2050 will need to be electric drive, or ultra low-carbon fuel vehicles—i.e., electricity or hydrogen—by 2050 in order to achieve the required 80% reduction in greenhouse gases. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post. ). —Letter to Secretary Chu.

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Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 25, 2008

SEE below for December 2008 contents from Las Vegas EVA Watts Happening -- space that was reserved for Stan & Marianne, Bill and Amanda, Bill, Lloyd, Daniel, John, Michelle, et Las Vegas EVA'rs al for webblogging plus posting pixs of the "Spirit of DC" shining & showing on the 2nd level of the Texas Station Casino parking garage.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

N ow that the number one automaker and the number two automaker has made the commitment to building Plug In hybrid / electric vehicles by 2010, another automotive giant is joining the race. Here is the story from the New York Times : Nissan Plans Electric Car in U.S. Thus, Nissan will be offering serial plug in hybrids.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2010

EnerFuel, a subsidiary of Li-ion manufacturer EnerDel’s parent Ener 1, is developing a range extender system for electric vehicles that consists of a high-temperature (HT) PEM fuel cell combined with an on-board reformer. In 2008, EnerFuel developed a prototype to demonstrate the advantages of a fuel cell EV range extender.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 3, 2009

Actually, it’s a plug-in hybrid much like the Chevy Volt. Like the Volt, they are shooting for a 300 mile range with the first 40 miles all electric. Looks like most of the battery EV makers are shooting for a 100-150 mile range, with Tesla shooting for over 200. Lotus Evora 2+2. Well, it had to happen.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2010

It also finds that, while relying on subsidies for electric or hybrid vehicles is politically attractive, it is an extremely expensive and ineffective way to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the near term. CO 2 emissions from transportation sector by scenario in the study. Source: Morrow et al. Click to enlarge.

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Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 7, 2007

Fisker's high end-plug in CNET News Blog Posted by Michael Kanellos Fisker Automotive. The company is planning to come to market in about 18 months with a high-performance, high-end, plug-in hybrid sedan. With the charging capability, the car can go hundreds of miles, according to Henrik Fisker , the company's CEO.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

The 250 g/mile of CO 2 equivalent emissions limit by EPA is equivalent to 35.5 In the past, the baseline was the manufacturers’ confidential plans for each model year; in the new analysis, the baseline is each manufacturer’s MY 2008 fleet. mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. Data: Preliminary Regulatory Impact Analysis.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

APRIL 6, 2010

This Tesla is one of a number of electric cars coming on the market. Will Electric Cars Give New York a Charge? The number of electric cars bought, according to the study, “may be significantly less if these assumptions do not materialize.&# ‘ Here is the text of the entire article, in case the link goes bad: [link].

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Plug In Partners

MAY 7, 2007

P erhaps the most important milestone in developing Plug in Hybrids is the availability of an affordable, practical, and powerful battery pack. This module is charged overnight from a regular 120 volt extension cord which plugs into the bumper. The payback period for the average commuter driving 11,000 miles per year would be 5.5

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2016

Values normalized to standard naturally-aspirated gasoline engine vehicle. There are many options available for reducing the fuel, energy, and GHG emissions impacts of LDVs. As our understanding of these options improves, our ability to better prioritize their usefulness in moving toward significantly reduced impacts increases.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 13, 2010

More details after the jump : Detroit’s Electric Avenue: The Street of Dreams? Paine, who produced the documentary “Who Killed the Electric Car?” He is reportedly in production on a sequel, “The Revenge of the Electric Car.” s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. By JERRY GARRETT.

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Plug In Partners

JUNE 14, 2007

It is anticipated that approximately 6000 Air Cars will be cruising the streets of India by 2008. The CityCat model will clock out at 68 mph with a driving range of 125 miles. The compressed air technology is basically just a way of storing electrical energy without the need for costly, heavy, and occasionally toxic batteries.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

The collaboration, forged by the White House in partnership with DOE and the Department of Transportation (DOT), the US Air Force and US Army, and the Environmental Protection Agency, is centered on a set of Guiding Principles to Promote Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure. Electric vehicle coalition.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2010

After falling 3% in 2008 and nearly 7% in 2009, largely driven by the economic downturn, energy-related CO 2 emissions do not return to 2005 levels (5,980 million metric tons) until 2027. Shale gas offsets declines in other US supply to meet. consumption growth and lower import needs. Source: EIA. Click to enlarge. Transportation updates.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 16, 2009

Two of those, one by consultancy Element Energy and a second by AEA Technology, explored the characteristics of EV buyers, technology, utilization, and prospects for market adoption of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Electric vehicles and trip types. Utilization.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Learn About Plug-ins What Are Plug-ins? Real Life EV Stories A Case for Electricity Plug In America Positions Energy Policy Frequently Asked Questions About Plug-in Buses Who Killed the Electric Car? 3 CARB Date with Destiny Move CARB Forward Plug In America Podcasts! 100K Mile Club Newsletter Vol.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?",

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 17, 2009

Add to Mixx Add to Newsvine Add to Connotea Add to CiteUlike Add to Furl Googlize this Add to Rojo Add to MyWeb Favorite Print E-mail The price of green: The Fisker Karma, on display at the New York Auto Show, is a plug-in hybrid that can run on batteries alone for 50 miles. Price: $87,000. It takes the Volt about 9 seconds.)

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Revenge of the Electric Car

OCTOBER 25, 2008

The automotive and green electric vehicle blogosphere has been abuzz with talk of the BMW MINI E ever since July 9th, 2008, when AutoblogGreen published the rumor that 500 of the intriguing new electric cars would be released later this year in California. AC Propulsion's 0-60mph in 3.6 second li-ion powered tzero.

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