EVs
Eight States Sign Pact to Stimlute EV Sales
California along with seven other states have made a pledge to get 3.3 million zero-emission vehicles onto their roads by 2025 by introducing new incentives for zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) buyers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Volkswagen to Sell Electric Cars in the U.S. in 2015
At the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, Volkswagen unveiled its new e-Golf model which the German automaker plans on selling in the U.S. by 2015.
BMW i3 Production Begins Today
Second only to the Isetta, one of the strangest looking BMWs to date enters production today.
GM Working on $30,000 EV with 200-Mile Range
The race is on for a budget-minded electric vehicle with a 200-mile range, as General Motors has confirmed it is working on such a car.
Elon Musk to Drive Tesla Model S Across Country in Six Days
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that he’ll be driving a Model S across the U.S. in just six days, from Los Angeles to New York City.
California Leading the Nation in Electric Vehicles
Home to Hollywood, Silicon Valley and an ever-present green movement California is America’s natural habitat for electric vehicles. Residents of the Golden State buy them in far greater numbers than any other people in the U.S.
Horde of Nissan Leafs Help Break EV World Record
A horde of electric vehicles descended on Norway’s capital of Oslo to set a new world record. The Scandinavian city’s streets played host to some 260 EVs, half of which were Nissan Leafs and all of which helped break the previous record.
Toyota RAV4 EV Lease Cut to $299 a Month
Following in the footsteps of other automakers that are now offering discounts for their EVs, Toyota has discounted its RAV4 EV’s lease to $299 a month, for three years.
Detroit Electric Delays Production of SP:01 Sports Car
Surprise! Detroit Electric is experiencing more delays in starting production on its SP:01 electric sports car.
Nissan Leaf Sales Mapped Over Top 15 US Regions
Nissan released the top 15 markets where its Leaf electric car sells best today.
Infiniti Boss Positive on Electric Cars, Negative on Dates
Infiniti president, Johan de Nysschen, just reaffirmed that the automaker is committed to EVs.
Tesla to Add Factories in Europe, Asia
Tesla intends to add factories in Europe and Asia, according to CEO Elon Musk, as the American electric automaker gears up for a mass-market, affordable EV.
Tesla Posts $30.5M Net Loss in Second Quarter
Tesla Motors released financial details from its second quarter today to post a net income loss of $30.5 million or 26 cents per common share.
Tesla Model S Pricing Changes in Discreet Fashion
If you’ve recently been shopping for a Tesla Model S and using the official website’s configurator you may want to double check the pricing.
Nissan Leaf Tops Chevy Volt in July 2013 Sales
While sales of 1,864 units isn’t anything to boast about, the Nissan Leaf outsold the Chevrolet Volt last month by a margin of 76 units.
Japanese Automakers Join to Build EV Charging Stations
In an effort to help boost electric vehicle sales, Japanese automakers have teamed up to increase the number of charging stations in Japan.
