Month: October 2012

side view of c-max energi plug-in hybrid electric vehicle

Ford C-max Energi PHEV approved for solo carpool lane use in CA

The Ford C-max Energi has been approved for the Green Clean Air Vehicle sticker in California, which means that a lone occupant driver in the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle can drive in the carpool lane without consequence. “We’re pleased with California customers’ early interest in the C-MAX hybrids, our first dedicated hybrid-only nameplate in North… Continue reading Ford C-max Energi PHEV approved for solo carpool lane use in CA

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Chevy Spark EV will sell in South Korea in 2013, US later

GM Korea has announced it will start making and selling the Spark Electric Vehicle in early 2013. GM says it is investing more than $900 million annually to further the development of electric drive vehicles. Part of GM’s plan is to eventually export the Spark EV to the US, though few details have been disclosed.… Continue reading Chevy Spark EV will sell in South Korea in 2013, US later

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Some dealers discount Mitsubishi i Electric Car to match Smart Electric Drive prices

The Mitsubishi i used to be the cheapest electric vehicle for sale in the U.S. until Smart announced it’s 3rd generation Electric Drive would retail from $25,570. Beating the Mitsubishi i-MiEV by almost $4000, it will be sure to disrupt sales numbers when it comes to market later this year. This has Mitsubishi i dealers… Continue reading Some dealers discount Mitsubishi i Electric Car to match Smart Electric Drive prices

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2013 Smart Electric Drive is lowest priced electric car in the U.S.

The 2013 Smart Electric Drive is the third generation of the electric version of the small 2 seat all electric vehicle. Ratings of the previous 2 generations were mostly negative, but it looks like Smart may have a winner on their hands this time. Pricing will help too – the Smart Electric Drive is priced… Continue reading 2013 Smart Electric Drive is lowest priced electric car in the U.S.

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Nissan Leaf production in Tennessee begins

While production doesn’t officially start for a while still, Nissan has been running test in their Smyrna, TN plant and running Nissan Leaf electric vehicles through the process. This picture appeared on Nissan’s Facebook page and Nissan also released a video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPs7FTAKTxU The electric motor of the Nissan Leaf will be produced in Decherd, TN,… Continue reading Nissan Leaf production in Tennessee begins

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Some Ford Focus Electric dealers matching Leaf’s $199/month lease

Not long ago Nissan started attracting new Leaf buyers with a 24 or 36 month lease for the Leaf Electric Vehicle at a base price of $199 per month. Dealers around Los Angeles have reported that showroom traffic has greatly increased since the new lower prices. This week, 2 large Ford dealerships in the Sacramento,… Continue reading Some Ford Focus Electric dealers matching Leaf’s $199/month lease

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Ford Cmax Energi infograph showing mpg ratings

Ford C-max Energi plug-in hybrid receives 100 MPGe rating

Ford had initially estimated the C-max Energi plug-in hybrid would achieve a rating of more than 100 MPGe, and then Ford lowered those ratings back in July. Now it’s official. The EPA has tested and rated the Ford C-max Energi, and it’s received a combined rating of 100 MPGe combined. The Ford C-max Energi plug-in… Continue reading Ford C-max Energi plug-in hybrid receives 100 MPGe rating

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Coda electric vehicle front view by palm trees

Better Place and Coda Automotive team up for airport taxis

Overseas, Better Place is partnering with Renault to expand its network of charging stations and battery swapping locations. Here in the USA, Better Place is partnering with Coda Automotive. Better Place has a $20 million California Energy Commission grant for clean transportation to manage taxis serving the San Francisco and San Jose airports. The goal… Continue reading Better Place and Coda Automotive team up for airport taxis

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Active Tourer looks like a 3-series from the front

BMW Active Tourer is front wheel drive

As we’ve written about before, photos of the BMW Concept Active Tourer had been leaked/teased/whatever prior to the Paris Auto Show. Luckily, since we’d all seen it before, BMW had some interesting technical details to share about the Concept Active Tourer at the Paris Motor Show. Taking design cues from some of BMW’s crossover vehicles,… Continue reading BMW Active Tourer is front wheel drive

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B-class electric drive front view at the Paris Motor Show

Mercedes Benz B-class Electric Drive in Paris

At the 2012 Paris Auto Show, Mercedes Benz showed off a number of alternative fuel versions of their popular B-class vehicles including a natural gas version and the B-Class Electric Drive (which was previously called a B-class E-cell). The B-class Electric Drive from Mercedes uses a 134 horsepower electric motor (100 kW) and delivers 229… Continue reading Mercedes Benz B-class Electric Drive in Paris

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Infiniti Emerg-E won’t make it to production

The new head of Nissan’s luxury brand Infiniti has made it official. The Emerg-E electric hybrid supercar will not make it to production. At the Paris Auto Show, Infiniti’s chief Johan de Nysschen did say that aspects of the electric concept car will be used in the powertrain and design of other electric vehicles. Specifically,… Continue reading Infiniti Emerg-E won’t make it to production

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Once built in Tennessee, Nissan Leaf will cost less

Automotive News recently reported that Nissan is planning on building a budget version of the Nissan Leaf once the new plant in Smyrna Tennessee is opened. The plant is scheduled to open in December, and the Nissan Leaf built there will be ready for sale in March of 2013. The entry-level Nissan Leaf will be… Continue reading Once built in Tennessee, Nissan Leaf will cost less

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2013 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive starts at $25,000

Smart has announced that the 2013 Smart ForTwo electric Drive will start at $25,000 plus delivery fees. That’s the price for the Smart ForTwo ED Coupe, making is the cheapest electric vehicle in the U.S. from a large automaker. With the $7500 tax credit factored in, the price comes in at $17,500. If you add… Continue reading 2013 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive starts at $25,000

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Outlander PHEV cutaway

Mitsubishi Unveils Outlander Plug-in Hybrid in Paris

Finally Mitsubishi’s production destined 2013 Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicle is making its debut in Paris. Although all of these specs are yet to be confirmed, Mitsubishi estimates the Oultander Plug-in will achieve some impressive numbers. All electric range is estimated at 35 miles, with total range of over 547 miles (likely less when tested… Continue reading Mitsubishi Unveils Outlander Plug-in Hybrid in Paris

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