EVs
NHTSA Calls for Minimum Sound Requirements for EVs
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is calling for a minimum sound requirement on all electric and hybrid vehicles that do not rely solely on gasoline power, to help with pedestrian safety.
EV Equipment Sales Expected to Continue Expanding
Despite reaching new heights in 2012, EV sales still puttered along at a slower pace than some automakers originally guessed.
Nissan Leaf US Production Behind Schedule
Specifications for the U.S.-built 2013 Nissan Leaf EV are still unavailable, but its official unveiling during the Detroit Auto Show on January 15 is drawing very near.
Audi A2 Electric Car Axed
Audi is backpedalling out of its plan to build the A2, which debuted in September, 2011 in Frankfurt.
Top 10 Automotive Stories of 2012
With a heavy heart the staff of AutoGuide.com say goodbye to 2012, along with its triumphs and tragedies. We await the New Year with open arms, and welcome its promise of a better world. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2012 was a year of the dragon, and it proved to be the stuff of legend,…
Consumers More Interested in Plug-in Hybrids than Electric Vehicles: Study
According to a recent study conducted by the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, consumers are more interested in purchasing hybrid-electric vehicles than electric-only vehicles.
2012 Nissan Leaf Offered with Big Cash Discount
Certain Nissan dealers are discounting the 2012 Leaf by almost $10,000 in an attempt to lure last-minute customers before the new year.
Chevrolet Volt One Month Return Policy in Europe
Inflatable Gorillas and free hot dogs aren’t enough of a gimmick to get Europeans in to buy cars, but a 30-day return policy might be.
Leaf Sales Strategy ‘A Bit Arrogant’ Nissan Exec Says
Nissan seems to be regretting what turned out to be an over-zealous sales strategy for the Leaf.
Indianapolis to Replace All City Vehicles With Hybrids, EVs
Indianapolis plans to swap all its city-use sedans for electrified cars according to a new order signed by mayor Greg Ballard.
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.
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.
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.
Chevrolet Volt Sales Dip in November
Chevrolet’s answer to the electric car problem, the Volt, faltered in sales last month, dropping to roughly half the volume seen in September and October.
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.
Fiat 500e is Orange, White, Electric: 2012 LA Auto Show
Fiat debuted its 500e electric car today during the L.A. Auto Show to join the list of brands offering gas-free transportation.
Paris Mayor Trying to Ban Classic Cars, Motorcycles
Bertrand Delanoë, mayor of Paris, is angling to ban cars built before 1997 and motorcycles more than 10 years old.
Tesla Model S Bound for Price Bump
Tesla confirmed in a blog post that it will soon raise the price of its Model S electric luxury sedan.
CODA Offers Customers Free Home Chargers
A new offer from California-based EV maker Coda is aiming to make the transition to owning an EV a little easer by offering a free home charging station.
Tesla Flagship Store Opens in Canada
Luxury EV maker Tesla opened one of its boutique stores in Canada to the public today, marking the brand’s first location in the country.
Honda Micro-Commuter Prototype Takes a Step Towards Reality
A year after Honda revealed its Micro-Commuter car as a concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, the automaker is moving towards the machine’s production with a prototype model that’s significantly more real-world ready.
EV Power Helping Keep Homes Lit in Wake of Sandy
What probably seemed like a post-apocalyptic precaution a few weeks ago is coming into play: electric vehicles as a reverse power source for homes.
EV Costs Must Dip to Spur Significant Sales: Study
Despite finally starting to gain traction, EVs and plug-in hybrids will continue to struggle until prices decrease according to a new study.
