Archive: November 2009

 
MiEV Makes the Rounds With U.S. Journalists

MiEV Makes the Rounds With U.S. Journalists

Earlier this week we reported on our partners over at TheCarConnection.com getting a chance to pilot the sister car to the Mitsubishi MiEV, the Mitsubishi "i" Mini. Now, we bring you the complementing coverage of the first drive of the MiEV by TheCarConnection.com. Yep, we like to get on all sides...

November 30, 2009 by  2
 
Honda CR-Z grille

Honda Tries Their Hand At An Urban Ultra Compact

As I mentioned previously in our Tata Nano Hybrid story, minicars are becoming the in thing, especially at the Auto Shows. The Los Angeles or L.A. Auto Show is no exception... November 30, 2009 by 


 
2011 Chevrolet Volt

How Far Can the Chevrolet Volt Go Before You Have to Refill?

The specifics about the Volt have been trickling out of General Motors little by little and with each burst of knowledge the picture of the Volt starts to become clearer... November 30, 2009 by 


 
Tata Nano

Another Microcar To Join the Hybrid Segment

Recently we brought you news of the Smart ForTwo Hybrid production in France and news that the Mitsubishi “i” Mini and sister car MiEV may be U.S. bound together. Maybe... November 30, 2009 by 


 
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

Car and Driver Names Ford Fusion Hybrid one of 10 Best

Ford might need to upsize their trophy case for all the awards the new Fusion is winning. Just two weeks ago, the Fusion was awarded Motor Trend's golden calipers as the 2010... November 30, 2009 by  1


 
Tata Nano Europa at Geneva Auto Show

Tata Nano Hybrid Headed for the U.S.?

Is the diminutive Tata Nano Hybrid coming to America? According to a report in The Maeil Business Newspaper out of Korea, Ratan Tata, chairman of Tata Motors, says the Indian... November 30, 2009 by  4


 
Capstone Turbine CMT-380 concept car

Electric Supercar Concept Uses Small Turbine Engine To Boost Range

We're gearing up for the Los Angeles Auto Show here at GreenCarReports, and the press releases are flying across the desk. Most of them don't apply to green car buyers and... November 30, 2009 by  3


 

Hybrid Electric Supercar With Microturbine Technology to Debut at LA Auto Show

Capstone Turbine Corporation, producer of ultra low emissions micro-turbines, has embedded their micro turbine technology in a hybrid electric supercar, the CMT-380, which... November 30, 2009 by  3


 
Volt Interior Door Panel

Volt Interior To Feature Techno Psychedelic Design

The latest production prototype 2011 Chevrolet Volt  features these unusual door panels -A sort of screen-printed psychedelic motif depicting vaguely science-ey,  geometric... November 30, 2009 by  3


 
Volt Line Director Tony Posawatz

Five Questions: Tony Posawatz, 2011 Chevy Volt Vehicle Line Director

In another life, Tony Posawatz could be a politician. He's outgoing, upbeat, a man who deftly juggles discussions of technology, green concerns, and the realities of... November 30, 2009 by  2


 
Ford Focus EV - the power electronics sit above the electric motor

OEM Suppliers Say Switching From ICE to EV Parts is Difficult and Risky

The Business of Plugging in Expo presented all types of information pertinent to electrically motivated vehicles.  Speakers covered numerous topics and hundreds of industry... November 30, 2009 by  4


 
infiniti essence concept geneva live 002

Upcoming Infiniti EV To Focus On Performance

According to a report from Automotive News, the future all electric vehicle from Nissan's luxury brand Infiniti will focus on the performance image that the company itself... November 30, 2009 by  2


 

EnerDel Scores Power Regulation Deal, Gets Toe-hold in SmartGrid Conversion

Indianapolis-based battery maker EnerDel is tied closely to the Th!nk electric car company  and to other automakers moving into the EV and PHEV field such as Nissan.   But... November 30, 2009 by  1


 
2011 Chevrolet Volt

Volt Speaks to the Youth of the Nation November 30th

Just incase you missed some of the reports during the mountains of media coming out on the Chevrolet Volt over the last couple of weeks, Chevrolet is planning a intriguing... November 29, 2009 by 


 
Mitsubishi i minicar

Like Minicars? Then the Mitsubishi i Minicar Might Be For You

The Mitsubishi “i” Minicar isn’t something that we really see a lot of in the U.S., but in Japan they really are the norm. In fact, the “i” mini belongs to a very... November 29, 2009 by 


 
2011 Mazda2 facelift

Mazda Gets Into the EV Spirit With Car Sharing Program

Even in today’s world where most business is being looked out through green-colored glasses, not all of the automotive companies around the globe feel that hybrids and... November 29, 2009 by 


 

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