Archive: June 2009
Toyota Prius vs 2010 Honda Insight: Kyle's Unique Comparison Test
It's one of the most hotly debated matchups in the auto world these days: How does the Toyota Prius compare to the new 2010 Honda Insight? Lots of car sites have compared the Insight to the 2010 Toyota Prius, including us. We've also turned to an expert for help. Our latest correspondent, Kyle, is...
Texas Governor Perry's Prius Problem: How Many Hay Bales?
Texas is pickup country, as a visit will confirm. It's one reason Toyota builds its full-size Tundra pickup truck there. But Texas governor Rick Perry overstepped last year... June 7, 2009 by John Voelcker 5
Chinese Company New Power Develops Four Seat Electric With Claimed 250 Mile Range, Test Drive is Shocking!
The Chinese are eager to become worldwide leaders in new vehicle technology with much of the focus being directed towards electric cars. Recently, a Chinese company called... June 7, 2009 by Eric Loveday
2010 Prius Incorporates a Unique Solar Roof, Learn More About It Here
The new Prius has many things that the old Prius lacked, for instance a solar moonroof. Just what does the solar moonroof do for the Prius? The solar moonroof is... June 7, 2009 by Eric Loveday 15
Penske to Buy Saturn: Small and Efficient Is the Mantra For the Future
Last week GM and Penske Auto Group announced that Penske would be buying the Saturn brand. A company that was once started to revolutionize the customer buying and service... June 6, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
New Prius Tops Sales Chart in Japan For Month of May, Knocks Insight From Top Spot
With the release of the new Toyota Prius in Japan, Toyota regains the top spot as the best selling vehicle in the month of May. Honda had previously held top honors for April... June 6, 2009 by Eric Loveday
Wall Street Journal Questions Future of Chevy Volt
What now for GM? With the bankruptcy announcement, many are wondering what will become of the General. GM wrote a letter to customers that states the Volt is here to stay... June 6, 2009 by Eric Loveday 1
Five Questions: Kevin Czinger, CEO, Coda Automotive
On Wednesday, we covered the news that Coda Automotive will offer a $45,000 all-electric four-door sedan for sale in California, starting in the autumn of 2010. The car... June 5, 2009 by John Voelcker
Production iMiEV Unveiled
Today, on World Environment Day, Mitsubishi unveiled their new-generation (production model) i-MiEV, set to go on sale to the public in Japan next April. Notice the hyphen in... June 5, 2009 by Jennifer Knightstep
So What's a Wheego Whip, and Why Would I Want One?
It looks like a 2009 Smart ForTwo, it's made in China, it only goes 40 miles on its batteries, and it has a dopey name. So why should you care about the Wheego Whip? Our... June 5, 2009 by John Voelcker 6
Tesla Owner Recalls Trip to Yosemite Park, The Never Ending Search for a Charging Outlet
As EVs begin to hit our roads, the questions remain. Will the charging infrastructure be in place to support such a vehicle? Without a charging infrastructure, will... June 5, 2009 by Eric Loveday 5
Responses Are In, Detroit Free Press Readers Critical of Negative Review of Insight
Earlier this week, we posted a review by the Detroit Free Press which was as some would say overly critical of the new Honda Insight. We have received several comments... June 5, 2009 by Eric Loveday
Subaru To Begin Sales of Electric Stella Next Month, World's First Mass Produced EV For Sale To Public
Subaru has decided to go ahead with their battery electric version of the Stella minicar and swing into full scale production making it the world's first mass produced EV... June 5, 2009 by Eric Loveday
2010 Toyota Prius Takes Best-Selling Title In Japan
The battle between the 2010 Toyota Prius and the 2010 Honda Insight continues to rage in Japan, where the 2010 Prius became the best-selling car for the month of May. It... June 4, 2009 by John Voelcker
Tesla To Open Seven Dealerships This Summer
Tesla Motors has confirmed that they will open seven new regional sales and services centers this summer. The new stores will be located in New York, Seattle, Chicago, Miami... June 4, 2009 by Robert Scardino 1
Venturi Volage: The Electric GT Fit For Royalty
Monaco has been in the press a couple times lately because of the presence of different electric vehicles running around the city. Really it is who is behind the wheel of... June 4, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
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