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Toyota Moving Away from EVs, Betting on Hybrids
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Although Toyota rolled out its second all-electric vehicle today, the company is making it clear that EV technology is not on the forefront of its battle plans, which will focus more on conventional hybrids and plug-in hybrids.
CODA Reveals Long-Term Goals, Plans to Sell Drivetrain
There’s a new player in the electric car market this year, but its long-term plans don’t necessarily include trying to unseat other brand’s stake in the burgeoning market.
Toyota iQ EV Unveiled: 2012 Paris Motor Show Preview
Debuting later this week at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, the Toyota iQ EV has just been unveiled as the second all-electric vehicle in the brand’s lineup.
Lithium Demand to Double in Next Eight Years
As global demand for hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles continues to grow, the demand for lithium is also growing exponentially.
Nissan Leaf Owners Have Driven Over 100 Million Gas Free Miles: Infographic
In celebration of National Plug-in Day, Nissan has released an infographic highlighting its Leaf owners and all the miles they’ve driven gas free.
Chrysler Withdraws PHEV Test Fleet for Battery Pack Upgrade
Chrysler is withdrawing its fleet of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in order to issue out a battery-pack upgrade due to overheating issues with its lithium-ion propulsion batteries.
Consumers Plug-in to PHEVs and Switch-off on Pure Electric Cars
Electric cars are still a tough sell with consumers, but plug-in hybrids are starting to get more bites as people warm to the idea of the highly-efficient cars.
EVs Prepare to Celebrate National Plug-In Day
On September 23, 2012, owners of plug-in hybrid and all electric vehicles are invited to particiapate in National Plug-In Day, meant to celebrate and spread awareness about environmentally friendly vehicles.
Nissan Unveils e-NV200 Panel Van Bound for FedEx
Nissan’s e-NV200 is in the process of becoming the next FedEx delivery van, and today the brand unveiled its e-NV200 panel van in co-operation with FedEx at the IAA Commercial Vehicle International Motor Show in Hanover.
Tesla Supercharger to be Unveiled on September 24
Continuing to push the envelope on electric vehicle technology, Tesla will be unveiling its ‘supercharger’ on September 24th, which the American automaker claims will charge the Model S to full charge in one hour.
Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive Concept Heading to Paris
Mercedes-Benz has been developing a B-Class electric vehicle for quite some time now, and it will make its official debut at the upcoming 2012 Paris Motor Show.
Should You Buy a Car With All-Wheel Drive?
It’s every driver’s nightmare to lose grip in slippery conditions, but is that a good enough reason to buy a new car with all-wheel drive?
Daimler Relying on Smart Fortwo EV for Brand Success
The Smart Fortwo hasn’t exactly been the resounding success Daimler had hoped it would be, but now the German automaker is hoping its electric vehicle variant will lift the brand’s sales.
Toyota RAV4 EV EPA-Rated 103 Mile Range, 76-MPGe Combined
The Toyota RAV4 EV is getting ready for its California launch, and has now received an official EPA-rated 78-MPGe in the city and 74-MPGe on the highway.
Department of Defense to Buy 1,500 Electric Vehicles, Including Chevy Volts
The Chevrolet Volt is about to get a boost in its sales figures, as the United States Department of Defense is planning to purchase 1,500 electric vehicles, including plenty of Volts.
Smart Forstars Concept Previews Brand’s Future
If Smart had half as many production cars as it does concepts, the mini-car brand might actually have a lineup of vehicles people talk about.
Toyota RAV4 EV Set for California Launch
Offering another electric vehicles to the smog-ridden California coast, the Toyota RAV4 EV is set to go on sale September 24.
Monster Tajima Test Drives Tesla Model S – Video
Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima knows a thing or two about cars having conquered the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb multiple times.
Toyota RAV4 EV Interior Tech Detailed – Video
The fourth video spotlighting the new Toyota RAV4 EV has just been released, focusing on the innovative technology to enhance the driving experience of the electric SUV.
Nissan TeRRA Electric SUV Concept Detailed- Video
More details and images of Nissan‘s environmentally friendly hydrogen-powered SUV concept have surfaced before the vehicle’s official debut at the Paris Motor Show. Nissan calls the TeRRA a sustainable off-roader with “Modern Toughness” appeal.
Tesla Roadster Trumps Supercars in Drag Race
Plenty of exotic supercars made their way to Russ Beach Smith Falls Airport to take part in the ‘Race the Runway 2012’ charity event that raises money for the Russ Beach Smith Falls-Montague Aviation Museum. At the event, millions of dollars worth of exotics took part in a 1/4-mile drag race on the paved runway,…
Mercedes SLS AMG E-Cell Spied Testing
The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell has been under production for a few years now, but our latest batch of spy photos shows the car is testing on real world roads, suggesting that it is almost finishing production and ready to go on sale.
GM Denies It’s Losing $49,000 on Every Volt Sold
In a recent report detailing the failings of General Motors, it was reported that the automaker was allegedly losing $49,000 on every Chevrolet Volt sold. GM has now issued a statement refuting those claims.
Nissan NISMO Leaf Places Second in Japanese EV Race
The Nissan Leaf is not the first car that comes to mind when you think performance racing, but Nissan Japan is running a NISMO Leaf in the Super GT EV League, the latest race at which the leaf placed second.
