What is in Store of the Electric Car Industry?
General Motors (GM) introduces their first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle during mid-December of 2010. The Chevrolet Volt is one of the most-fuel efficient cars sold in the United States which runs on lithium-ion
Greener Cars May Start with the Interior
Hybrid cars offer a greener choice by reducing the dependence on oil and hydrocarbon pollution. However, there is great public debate if going to a 100% electric car fleet actually creates a greener environment since
Electric Cars – What About Them?
If you’re concerned about the environment, our planet’s future especially after the oil spill this summer, then you’re probably very interested in getting out from an Iowa City car that runs on gas
Toyota Recalls 90,000 Lexus’ in Japan
Toyota announce another recall which will affects nearly a quarter million cars in the Lexus luxury models. Toyota is recalling 90,000 cars in Japan and may recall another 137,000 in the U.S. market at a later date.
A123Systems L5 Module Converts Hybrids to Plug-ins
A123Systems announce six initial certified partnerships that are authorized to install and convert the hybrid Toyota Prius to an plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The conversion is expected to increase the gas
Toyota Plug-in Hybrids Coming in 2010
Toyota announced at the Detroit Auto Show that it plans to sell lithium-ion battery plug-in hybrid vehicles to fleet customers in the US by 2010. The plug-in hybrid typically plugs into a normal 120V or 240V outlet
Say Hi-brid to Hybrid Cars and Trucks
Greg Lucas of Hybrid Cars and Trucks just launched a new resource dedicated to informing consumers about hybrid and electric cars. The advantages of hybrid vehicles are obvious, especially fuel economy. But Greg’s
Hybrid Power: Simple as A123Systems
One problem with hybrid vehicles today is the recharging system. It just takes too long to recharge your battery. Given, that the hybrid electric vehicle range is extended with an internal combustion engine, for a
What Are The Benefits Of Owning A Hybrid Car ?
One thing the hybrid cars promise users is the most, is their ability to save gas by consuming less, as well as reduction in atmospheric pollution. For that reason more people prefer to own hybrid vehicles these days.
Smart And Safe Automotive Electronics
We live in an age of information and technology that has made everything around us smarter. Electronic and digital components have made life easier in our homes, offices, and automobiles. Some of life’s bells and