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  • Audi to Exhibit e-Bike Prototype at the 2012 Worthersee Tour
    One of the highlights on the Audi stand at 2012 Worthersee Tour is the bicycle technology concept known as the Audi e-bike Worthersee – a sport bike that does not fit into any of the usual categories. The e-bike Worthersee is neither a pedelec nor a conventional bike, but is best described as a high-end pedelec made by Audi for sport, fun and tricks. The Audi e-bike...
    by at May 14th, 2012 at 12:05 am
  • Zagato Volpe – World’s Smallest Electric Car
    This is the Zagato Volpe, possibly the world’s smallest electric car, built by the Italian automotive designer Romano Artioli whose portfolio includes the Bugatti EB110 and the Lotus Elise. The name Volpe, in Italian means ‘fox’ and is an acronym for ‘Veicoli Orgiinali Leggeri Privi Emissioni’, which means ‘Original Zero-emission Light...
    by at May 13th, 2012 at 12:05 am
  • Frito-Lay Buys Another 100 Electric Trucks
    Frito-Lay North America announced it is adding 100 new medium-duty electric trucks to its delivery fleet, bringing its total fleet of electric trucks to more than 280 vehicles. The electric trucks, designed by Smith Electric Vehicles, generate zero tailpipe emissions and operate for up to 100 miles on a single charge. The new trucks join an existing electric fleet that...
    by at May 12th, 2012 at 12:05 am
  • Z Electric Vehicle Launches New Model 5000 Electric Scooter
    Z Electric Vehicle (ZEV) has begun deliveries on its new ZEV5000 – a high performance electric motor scooter for the commuter rider designed around significant advances in NON exotic, lead based battery. The launch of the 5000 LA might seem a bit in conflict with the ZEV image of high performance. ZEV is mostly known for its high tech, 100 mile (160 km) range / 75 –...
    by at May 11th, 2012 at 12:05 am
  • British Gas Begins Nissan e-NV200 Trial
    Nissan’s e-NV200 TEST CAR has played its part in helping British Gas kick-start its ambition of switching 10% of its 14,000 light commercial vehicle (LCV) fleet to electric over the next three years. British Gas has been trialling a Nissan e-NV200 TEST CAR for a few weeks at its Leicester and Newbury depots, the first OEM van of its kind ever to grace the fleet. Its...
    by at May 10th, 2012 at 12:05 pm
  • Daimler Confirms Smart eScooter for 2014
    Daimler has confirmed today the production of a new Smart eScooter with a target launch date in 2014. The new all-electric scooter was previewed by the ‘eScooter concept’ at the 2010 Paris Motor Show alongside the pure-electric eBike that is already available for sale and the fortwo electric drive, which will launch on the market this summer. “Just like the...
    by at May 10th, 2012 at 12:05 pm
  • Seoul, Los Angeles Win E-Visionary Award for Support of Electric Cars
    The City of Los Angeles and Seoul won the E-Visionary Award from the World Electric Vehicle Association for their ”strong support of clean, efficient and sustainable modes of transportation, and for making electric drive a reality in the everyday lives of their citizens.” The E-Visionary has been awarded to cities or organizations since 2002 for their efforts...
    by at May 10th, 2012 at 07:05 am
  • Brammo Empulse and Empulse R Electric Motorcycles Unveiled in Hollywood
    Brammo, Inc., the designer and manufacturer of electric motorcycles, revealed pricing and production plans for the Empulse and Empulse R while giving motorcycle enthusiasts in Los Angeles a first look at the stunning new design. Brammo says its Empulse, designed to be the first electric motorcycle to perform like a traditional sport bike, can go at least 100 mph and as...
    by at May 9th, 2012 at 10:05 am
  • Siemens Introduces ‘eHighway of the Future’ Concept
    Siemens announced at the EVS26 its ‘eHighway of the Future’ concept,  involving the electrification of trucks and selected highway lanes via overhead electrified wires similar to how modern day trolleys or streetcars are powered on many city streets. The eHighway solution is an environmentally friendly, sustainable and efficient solution for today’s...
    by at May 9th, 2012 at 12:05 am
  • GOVECS Scoops European e-Scooter of the Year Award
    GOVECS GmbH, Germany’s leading supplier of innovative electric scooters, has won the “European e-Scooter of the Year” Award. With its GO! S2.4 model, the company beat off strong competition in the under 25 km/h category, while the other first place was achieved in the highly competitive 45 km/h category with the GO! T2.4 cargo electric scooter. To add...
    by at May 8th, 2012 at 12:05 am