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Hong Kong Investor Likely to Buy Fisker
The likely winner of the U.S. Department of Energy loan for Fisker is an investor group led by Hong Kong’s Richard Li.
Volvo Reveals Body Panels That Act as a Battery
In development for three and a half years Volvo has today announced what could be a revolutionary new technology for the auto industry, incorporating batteries into a car’s body panels.
BMW i3 Demand May Spur Production Increase
The BMW i3 electric car isn’t even on sale yet, but the German company is already considering boosting output numbers thanks to an early rush of demand.
New Ford Battery Lab to Speed EV Development
Ford announced the opening today of a new battery lab at the University of Michigan that the company says will help accelerate its ability to develop battery-powered vehicles.
2014 Cadillac ELR Priced Above Tesla Model S at $76,000
Cadillac’s version of the Chevrolet Volt will go on sale next January, but dealers might have a hard time convincing people to buy them.
Kia Soul EV Might Not be a Compliance Car After All
Count yourself among a very special few if you’re wondering how much the electrified Kia Soul will cost.
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-In Gets $2,010 Price Cut
Toyota is cutting the price of its Prius Plug-In Hybrid model down to a starting MSRP of $29,990, a total price cut of $2,010 from the 2013 base model.
Tesla Model S Becomes Best-Selling Car in Norway
Norway has a heart-on for the Tesla Model S like no other place in the world.
Ford Focus EV, C-Max Hybrids Recalled
Ford is recalling approximately 23,831 Focus Electric and C-Max models so that they make an audible door chime when the driver’s door is opened while the push-button start is engaged.
Electric Cars Less Prone to Fires Than Gas Powered Cars: Tesla CEO
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has issued out a statement regarding this week’s viral video of the Tesla Model S fire, stating that “it is safer to power a car with a battery than a large tank of highly flammable liquid.”
Tesla Virginia Store Allowed, Could Open in Two Weeks
An agreement reached late last week between the Virginia DMV, Tesla and the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association could allow the automaker to sell its cars there soon.
Real World MPG Fuel Economy Database
Although all vehicles roll off of showroom floors with EPA certified fuel efficiency ratings, as the famous saying goes ‘individual results may vary’.
BMW i3 Performs 30-Minute Full Charge at Public Station
Rapid recharging is as important to electric cars as engines are to airplanes. That is to say, they won’t take off without them.
Kia Soul EV Confirmed for US Sale in 2014
Withholding powertrain details, Kia announced plans today to sell the electric version of its Soul hatchback in the U.S.
Chevrolet Spark EV First to Offer SAE Fast-Charge Connector
The Chevrolet Spark EV will be the first electric vehicle in the U.S. to offer the SAE International fast-charge connector as an option in December.
Third National Plug In Day Kicks Off
Today marks the third annual National Plug In Day, highlighting the accelerated growth in the electric vehicle market.
Ford Plug-in Owners Drive 203,000 Electric Miles Daily
Aggregate data from the MyFord mobile app has shown that owners of Ford electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles drive 203,000 electric-only miles daily, or roughly eight times the distance around the Earth.
Rental a Tesla at Hertz in California
Hertz is now offering Tesla vehicle rentals at two California airports as part of its Dream Cars program.
Nissan Begins Public Road Tests of Driverless Leaf
The Nissan Leaf will be the first vehicle in Japan to be tested on public roads with an Advanced Driver Assist System.
California Extends EV Credits, More Hydrogen Stations Coming
California’s mission to reduce greenhouse gases and dependency on oil isn’t showing signs of slowing, so its no surprise that the state plans to extend EV credits and bring more hydrogen refueling stations.
Cadillac to Take on Tesla Head-to-Head: GM CEO
General Motors CEO, Dan Akerson, has gone on the record to say that Cadillac will be gearing up to take on Tesla head-to-head.
Should You Buy a Hybrid, Diesel or Electric Car?
If you’re sick of spending money on gas, you aren’t alone. There are plenty of options for you but finding the right alternative fuel vehicle can be complicated.
Tesla Stock Hits New High, Shares Approach $180
Tesla shares continue to climb, rising seven percent yesterday to hit an all-time high for the American electric automaker.
Elon Musk Takes to Twitter to Recruit Engineers
Continuing to show off his unorthodox style of running a company, Tesla CEO Elon Musk put out a call on Twitter for engineers to help the company develop its self-driving technology.
