Archive: May 2009
2009 Dodge Challenger: Chrysler’s Retro Remake
The 2009 Dodge Challenger is one of those cars that grabs you as you walk by, which is a welcome response given the lack of differentiation these days between a Honda and a Hyundai. That all changes with the reintroduction of the Challenger. Dodge once again is capturing people's attention in the...
165 Companies Submit Applications for $2.4 Billion From Government to Charge Up Battery Makers, Money Will Be Distributed in Late July
The rush to the White House is on as automakers, battery makers, and other suppliers have flooded Washington in search of funding. Sound familiar, asking Washington for... May 31, 2009 by Eric Loveday 1
House Bill Cash For Clunkers Meets Resistance From Senate; Bill May Be Dead on Arrival
The Cash For Clunkers program presented by the House of Representatives a few weeks back has hit a brick wall as the Senate decides to offer up what they say is a better... May 30, 2009 by Eric Loveday 4
Ruff and Tuff Electric Vehicles Creates Spin Off Company Wheego to Make Electric Cars
Ruff and Tuff Electric Vehicles, makers of electric recreational vehicles, announced that they will produce electric cars through a spin off company called Wheego. The... May 30, 2009 by Eric Loveday
2010 Chevrolet Camaro: The Reviews Are Starting To Roll In
I have been out reading the reviews for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro and I find it striking how different the car strikes people. Today on the V-Lane blog, writer Derek... May 29, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew 1
Nissan Seeking $1.1 Billion in Loans From Federal Government for Electric Vehicle Program
Nissan is enduring hard times right now and is seeking $1.1 billion in low interest loans from the U.S. Government to help fund their hybrid and electric vehicle programs... May 29, 2009 by Eric Loveday
Social Media: Detroit Gets On Board To Drive Success of New Cars
Social media is a term that has spread like a California wildfire, especially over the last 6 months or so. Social media websites or applications such as Facebook, Twitter... May 29, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
Stupid Prius Videos (With Billy Ray Cyrus Bonus!)
You have to admit, we Toyota Prius fans can get awfully serious about our cars. Hey, it's hard work, saving the automotive world one egg-shaped hybrid at a time, right? So... May 29, 2009 by John Voelcker 1
Bright Automotive Adds Evan House as VP Battery Development; House Credited With 100 Mile EV Range
The privately held company Bright Automotive has added a bright science star to its lineup of employees. The company welcomes the addition of Evan House as their vice... May 29, 2009 by Eric Loveday
First Drive: Audi A3 TDI Clean Diesel Hatchback
We like the idea of the 2009 Audi A3, a small, sporty five-door hatchback (Audi refers to it as a Sportback). It seems rather like the grownup big brother of the 2009... May 29, 2009 by John Voelcker 17
How To Get To 42 MPG? Confirmed: It's All About Smaller Engines and Hybrids
The topic of how carmakers will achieve the new 42-MPG mileage requirements by 2016 has led to a great deal of, ummmm, concern. Naysayers predict we'll all be forced into... May 29, 2009 by John Voelcker
Tesla Recalls 345 Roadsters
It's official. Tesla is a legitimate automaker. The electric car company is recalling 345 Roadsters because of an under-torqued rear hub flange bolt, which could become... May 28, 2009 by Robert Scardino
Factmill: Electric Audi R8 Concept Will Not Be At Frankfurt Motor Show
Contrary to blogosphere speculation, Edmunds has confirmed that there will be no electric Audi R8 at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. An Audi spokesperson who wished to... May 28, 2009 by Robert Scardino 1
Business Week on 2010 Toyota Prius: We Like It. We Really Like It!
The reviews of the 2010 Toyota Prius have been coming in for a while now. And most of them are quite complimentary. The latest to join the parade of pundits praising the... May 28, 2009 by John Voelcker 4
2011 Chevrolet Volt: Giving Ordinary A Good Name
The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is getting a lot of press these days, especially with its appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman and the recent article in the June issue... May 28, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew
City of Amsterdam Chooses ChargePoint Charging StationsTo Energize Electric Cars
Yesterday, 365-Energy Group announced that the city of Amsterdam has made their choice regarding charging stations for electric vehicles. The city has chosen to go with... May 28, 2009 by Eric Loveday 3
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