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Nissan Completes First Lithium-Ion Cells for 2013 Leaf
Nissan has built its first lithium-ion cells for its electric vehicle’s batteries at its plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, which will first be used in its 2013 Leaf.
Smart Fortwo Electric Drive Production Ramped up
Daimler announced today that it is investing 200 million euros into the plant that currently builds the Smart Fortwo to make room for Europe’s first series production electric vehicle.
Nissan Announces Plan for 15 New Hybrids Over Four Years
Nissan gave a presentation today highlighting its progress toward eco-targets and highlighted a plan to add 15 hybrid models by 2016.
Tesla Model S Named 2013 AutoGuide.com Reader’s Choice Car of the Year
AutoGuide.com is proud to announce that the Tesla Model S has been awarded top honors as its first ever Reader’s Choice Car of the Year.
Fisker Production Halted Until A123 Sale Concludes
For the last six months, Fisker hasn’t built a single car, and the American electric automaker doesn’t plan to until the sale of battery supplier A123 goes through.
Coda Dumping Employees to Cut Costs
California EV start-up Coda Automotive launched its first and likely last stab at the electric car market this year.
Tesla Wins License to Sell Cars in Boston Suburb
Despite irking the National Automobile Dealers Association and being slapped with lawsuits, EV maker Tesla won a license to sell cars near Boston.
Rinspeed microMAX is Your Living Room on Wheels: 2013 Geneva Motor Show Preview
Rinspeed calls itself a “Swiss car visionary” and each year at the Geneva Motor Show, it proves its point.
Fisker Planning to Partner with a Bigger Fish
Remora fish survive by attaching to sharks. Barnacle cling to boats and big rocks. Now, Fisker Automotive is planning similar tactics with a larger automaker.
Fiat Calls Leaf Ugly, Nissan Fires Back
Bullying isn’t funny… unless it involves a couple of car companies calling each other’s products ugly. Then its hysterical.
Tesla in the Black: CEO Says
Anyone close to the industry would probably agree that Tesla, of all the small EV makers, is making the biggest strides toward leaving its start-up status behind.
FIA Formula E Championship to Compete on Streets of Rome
Rome has signed on to be the first European city to welcome the FIA Formula E Championship in 2014, adding another city full of rich, storied automotive history to the series’ growing schedule.
Fisker Seeks Partner After Tumultuous Year
After a rough year full of being in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons, Fisker is looking forward to 2013 and is hoping to turn the corner with a strategic partner.
Tesla Model S Gets $2,500 Price Increase
The Tesla Model S is getting a bump up in price, and will now start with a base price of $59,900 before federal tax credits.
Honda EV-STER at LA Auto Show Hints at Future Production Model
Ever since its debut at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, the Honda EV-STER Concept has been at the center of speculation and rumors of whether or not it’ll become a production model.
Chevy Volt Tops Consumer Reports Owner Satisfaction Ranking
For the second consecutive year, the Chevrolet Volt takes the top spot on Consumer Reports annual owner satisfaction survey.
BMW i3 Coupe Concept Expands Eco Brand to Three
As BMW prepares to launch its new i brand of electrified vehicles, the German automaker is previewing the third model in the lineup with the i3 Concept Coupe today at the LA Auto Show.
2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Makes Official Debut: 2012 LA Auto Show
Boasting 130 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque, the newest addition to the Chevrolet electric vehicle family has been officially unveiled at the 2012 LA Auto Show.
Fiat 500e Gives New Buzz to Brand Lineup
One of Italian automaker Fiat’s latest editions takes the brand in a very Californian direction, picking perhaps the most appropriate venue to debut: the 2012 L.A. Auto Show.
Fiat 500e Not Heading to Europe
The Fiat 500e, which is making its debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show this week, will not be heading to Europe according to the automaker’s global brand head.
BMW i3 Concept Coupe Revealed Before LA Debut
BMW is bringing a new coupe version of its i3 electric car to be shown off at the 2012 LA Auto Show, and the company has just released all the details.
Former GM Marketing Head Joel Ewanick Joins Fisker
After a controversial exit from General Motors, Joel Ewanick has found a new home as interim chief commercial officer at Fisker Automotive.
2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Unveiled Ahead of LA Auto Show Debut
Ahead of its official debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show, Chevrolet has unveiled its Spark EV which will be priced under $25,000 with tax incentives.
Nissan NV200 Taxi Ready for Service in Barcelona, Spain
Nissan’s NV200 and e-NV200 are set to be used at the official taxi in Barcelona, Spain as the city strives towards reducing emissions. At the same time, the Japanese automaker will be boosting production of its compact van at its Barcelona plant.
