Paris

France To Ban Classic Cars From Capital To Clean The Air

For some, the image of a classic Citroën DS passing along the Champs-Élysées couldn't be much more French if a man in a stripy top and beret walked past swinging a chain of onions. But soon, that image could be shattered as Paris mayor Bertrand Delanoe is set to introduce plans...

November 14, 2012 by Antony Ingram 5

Bollore Bluecar: Sharing Paris's Most Popular Electric Car

October 2, 2012

Can Electric Car-Sharing Promote Social Mobility? Discuss

September 7, 2012 2

Pininfarina BlueCar Makes Debut In Paris Rental Scheme

October 3, 2011

Electric Cars To Help 2050 Europe Goal Of Zero-Emissions Cities

When looked at in pure dollars and cents, there are many cases in which electric cars don't yet provide a payback. But other forces will boost their chances of adoption... March 25, 2011 by John Voelcker 1

Most Popular Posts of 2010: Mazda2, Prius Crashes, Leaf, Volt, and Other EVs

We love looking back to see what's been popular over the course of a full year. And 2010 was definitely chock-full of green car news. Our 10 most popular posts this year are... December 30, 2010 by John Voelcker

Paris To Test Banning Gas-Guzzlers (Yes, SUVs!) In City Core

Why are many European carmakers now planning to build electric vehicles? Because many European cities are widely expected to ban high-emissions vehicles from their city cores... December 28, 2010 by John Voelcker 27

Paris Motor Show: Ford Confirms C-Max Hybrid And Plug-In Minivans

Since launching the Ford Escape Hybrid in 2004, Ford has confined sales of its hybrid-electric vehicles to North America. But that's about to change. In European markets... September 30, 2010 by John Voelcker

2010 Jaguar C-X75 Concept, released at 2010 Paris Motor Show

Paris Motor Show: Jaguar C-X75 Turbine-Electric Supercar Concept!

We don't use exclamation points all that often, but once in a while it's justified. In this case, the Jaguar C-X75 Concept supercar just unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show... September 29, 2010 by John Voelcker

2010 Paris Motor Show: Green Car Roundup of Concept Vehicles

Just two more days to go until the official media day at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. And even before that, there's a slew of announcements, reveals, receptions, parties, and... September 28, 2010 by John Voelcker

Kia Pop Concept, to be shown at the 2010 Paris Motor Show

First Look: Kia Electric Pop Concept For Paris Motor Show

The dog days of summer may still be with us, but automakers across the globe are gearing up for the big Paris Motor Show, which kicks off just six weeks hence. This morning... August 18, 2010 by John Voelcker 11

Forget The Showroom, Your First EV Test-Drive Could Be A Rental Car

Imagine going on a vacation to London, or Paris. You've just got over the jet-lag and are feeling like exploring the city. You've done all the usual tourist activities... July 2, 2010 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 2

Renault Kangoo be bop ZE electric vehicle

Renault Unveils Uber-Cute Kangoo BeBop ZE, First of Four Electric Cars

Annual meetings are often grim, and never more so for automakers than this year, with every company confronting plummeting sales and red ink. But Renault resolutely moved... May 6, 2009 by John Voelcker