Debate Begins About Fuel Ratings on Electric Cars
As the government hammers out how it will rate the fuel efficiency of hybrid-electric and all-electric vehicles, an Israeli company wants to make sure the U.S. gets it right.
The Environmental Protection Agency has a draft proposal for computing an efficiency rating using a “miles per gallon” scale but is not close to issuing a final [...]
Toronto College Offers Hybrid Vehicle Course
BMW Begins to Take Orders in Japan for 1st Hybrid Cars
Chrysler Begins Production of Hybrid SUVs
US Tax Credit for Ford Hybrids Begins to Sunset
When Will The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Go On Sale?
Israel Declares “Revolution” Against Gas Guzzlers
Israel declared a “green tax revolution” on Monday, proposing a new customs levy on large vehicles and a rebate for junking older gas-guzzling models.
Israeli Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz said he hoped his plan would persuade Israelis to switch to hybrid cars while earning the state up to 400 million shekels ($100 million) a year.
“We are [...]
Israeli Government Goes Green, Buying Hybrid Cars
ETV Motors Powers Up With $12M for Longer-Range Hybrid Engines
Israel To Get An Influx Of New Hybrid Models in 2009.
Tata To Introduce Hybrid Version of Nano
2009 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Hybrid Trucks
British Army Takes Delivery of Hybrid Vehicles to Cut CO2 Emissions
The British Army has recently taken delivery of 50 “green cars” as part of its long-term plans to reduce the amount of CO2 emissions produced by its vehicles.
The deal, brokered by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) through its leasing partners Lex and VT Group, concerns 50 Toyota hybrid vehicles, which switch automatically between petrol engine [...]
Army Receives New Fleet of Hybrid Cars
Red Bull Takes Delivery of Hybrid Delivery Trucks
Minnesota National Guard First To Go Green
Hybrid Trucks: Delivering the Total Package
Kraft Foods Employs First RouteMax Refrigerated Hybrid Truck
Chrysler Seeks $224 Million in Federal Funds for EV/Hybrid Development
Chrysler is seeking up to $224 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to support rapid development of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The automaker plans to provide a demonstration fleet of PHEVs based on the Dodge Ram 1500 pickup and the Chrysler Town & Country minivan.
Last month, Chrysler said it would supply the U.S. [...]
GM Asking Department of Energy for $2.6 Billion to Build Hybrids?
GM Says Volt Isn’t Dead Yet, Despite Panel’s Bleak Report
Johnson Controls-Saft Wins U.S. Grant To Research Plug-In Hybrids (PHEV)
Plan Would Divvy up $1 Million to Hybrid Buyers
GM Boosts Request for Energy Loans for Hybrids
Firefighters Get Crash Course on Hybrid Rescues
Hybrid-electric vehicles are showing up more often on the nation’s roads. And, in case of a crash, emergency workers first on the scene could face a new type of hazard.
When a firefighter uses the “Jaws of Life,” a car can be opened up like a tin can. Because hybrid cars have high voltage cables running [...]
Hybrids Score High in Crash Safety
Lexus HS 250h “Luxury Hybrid” Wins Five Stars For Safety
Automakers Warn Against Using Hybrids as Taxicabs
2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LTD Test Drive
Toronto College Offers Hybrid Vehicle Course



