Archive: November 2009
Mavizen TT02 Electric Superbike Revealed at SEMA: 130 mph, $41,000.00
Mavizen has unveiled their TTX02 electric race bike today at SEMA, and unlike the Suzuki based frame and running gear of the TT01 prototype, the TTX02 will have a KTM sourced RC8 chassis surrounding the Agni powerplants. The bike should see a top speed (in stock configuration) of 130 mph...
Is Toyota Planning To Build a Camry CNG Hybrid?
If you've followed any of the news coming out of the 2009 SEMA Show, the mecca for modified cars, you may have seen that Toyota's display included a modified version of the... November 3, 2009 by John Voelcker 3
Len Beck's V2G-101 Explains it All
At least once every couple of weeks, I field a question about why I think electric vehicles are better for the environment than their fossil fuel-guzzling counterparts, when... November 3, 2009 by Jennifer Knightstep 4
New Nickel-Lithium Battery Has Ultra-High Energy Density
Researchers at Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) have succeeded in making the world’s first Ni-Li battery, a formulation... November 3, 2009 by Jon Vandervelde 10
I-MiEV Crowned With Car Technology of the Year Award
The Mitsubishi i-MiEV is a front-runner in the electric vehicle segment. The company has pioneered this recent surge into electric vehicles and the i-MiEV can claim the... November 3, 2009 by Eric Loveday 5
President Signs Bill Awarding $814 Million to Development of Green Vehicle Technology
Makers of green cars can rejoice as the President has signed the 2010 energy budget bill into law giving green car development one of the largest boosts in funding seen in... November 3, 2009 by Eric Loveday 6
Suzuki Banking On Becoming Fuel Cell Technology Leader
When speculating on Suzuki's future direction within today's chaotic, industry-wide scramble toward new energy technologies, it's interesting to note that although the... November 2, 2009 by Jon Vandervelde 5
Suzuki Hybrid Gets 100 MPG
Suzuki has launched a hybrid gasoline/electric vehicle for sale on the Japanese market that travels an impressive 100 miles per gallon of gas! The Suzuki Twin also... November 2, 2009 by Jon Vandervelde 7
Tesla Roadster Channels Taxi Cab In France
If you own a car as unique as the Tesla Roadster, why not advertise your business with it? That's what one Monaco resident did with this electric sports car clad in the... November 2, 2009 by Robert Scardino 1
Mavizen TTX02 Electric Superbike To Be Unveiled
When the historic first TTXGP electric motorcycle race took place this year at the storied Isle of Man TT road course, response was so overwhelming that the FIM (Fédération... November 2, 2009 by Jon Vandervelde 1
Nissan Announces Tour Dates, Cities for 2012 Leaf Electric Car
Dates and cities have been announced for the "Zero Emission Tour" that will introduce the 2012 Nissan Leaf hatchback electric car to potential buyers in the U.S. markets... November 2, 2009 by John Voelcker
President Signs Bill Qualifying Three Wheel Vehicles for Loans Under AVTM Program
The President has cast his vote and approved three wheel vehicles for funding under the Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing program created back in 2007. Voting on the... November 2, 2009 by Eric Loveday 4
Ford Not Offering Fast Charge Capability on First Generation of EVs
Many potential EV buyers have discussed the necessity of fast charge stations and the automakers are listening. Most upcoming EVs will have fast charge capability, but... November 2, 2009 by Eric Loveday 6
The Alfa Romeo MiTo is the Perfect Hatchback for Style Starved American Drivers
Its been a true fact for fans of sporty European small cars that life in the United States has sucked for a very long time. While the rest of the world gets fun to drive... November 1, 2009 by Jim Hamel
Sanyo To Supply NiMH Batteries to Peugeot
The Nikkei is reporting that Sanyo Electric Co. has signed an agreement with PSA Peugeot Citroen to supply nickel-metal hydride batteries for diesel-electric hybrids. Peugeot... November 1, 2009 by Robert Scardino 6
Author Compares Vegan Hummer Driver to Meat Eating Prius Driver, Says Hummer Driver is Better for Environment
Last week author Michael Pollan made a statement that upset many. His words, "A vegan in a Hummer has a lighter carbon footprint that a beef eater in a Prius." Obviously... November 1, 2009 by Eric Loveday 14
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