Archive for June, 2010

  • Chevrolet and OnStar to Train Emergency Responders on EV Technology
    Chevrolet has joined with OnStar and leading national first-responder organizations to announce the first automotive manufacturer-sponsored training program to educate first responders nationwide on electric vehicle technology. Chevrolet will sponsor a series of special training events for first responders over the next several months to ensure that everyone understands...
    by at June 2nd, 2010 at 04:06 am
  • Nissan Signs EV Partnership in Quebec
    Nissan Canada has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the provincial government, Hydro-Quebec, provincial cities and a Quebec power agency to advance zero-emission mobility in Quebec. The agreement secures the advancement of zero-emission transportation in Quebec. Both groups involved will work toward planning the charging infrastructure necessary around...
    by at June 1st, 2010 at 10:06 pm
  • All-Electric Dynacar Offers Powerful Acceleration
    The Tecnalia Technological Corporation has unveiled the Dynacar— an all-electric car that can reach a speed of 140 km/h (87 mph) in 10 seconds. The Dynacar electric two-seater car is based on a single-shell, rigid, lightweight chassis of steel and aluminum alloy, with an adjustable deformable parallelogram suspension system for the four wheels. The Dynacar has a peak...
    by at June 1st, 2010 at 09:06 am
  • China to Subsidize Electric Car Buyers
    China has begun giving subsidies for the private purchase of plug-in hybrid and electric cars to automakers on a trial basis in five cities. Residents of Shanghai, Shenzhen, Changchun, Hangzhou and Hefei would receive up to 50,000 Yuan ($7,320) in subsidies if they buy plug-in hybrid cars. The maximum subsidy for those who bought fully electric cars was 60,000 Yuan ($8,784),...
    by at June 1st, 2010 at 07:06 am