http://electricdrive.org Electric Drive Transportation Association Tue, 07 Sep 2010 03:18:57 CDT en-us http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16670 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16670 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT Coulomb Technologies today announced the installation of its first ChargePoint® networked electric vehicle charging station in Michigan from its $37 million ChargePoint America program. ChargePoint America will offer hundreds of free stations for public and home charging to individuals and businesses throughout southern Michigan[...] http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16677 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16677 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT This October, The Business of Plugging In(SM) conference returns to Detroit hosting a diverse lineup of leaders from a number of different industries. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16678 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16678 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT Today, Electric Vehicles International (EVI) announced that UPS has begun a 90-day demonstration trial of their walk-in van (EVI-WI). Over the past year, EVI and UPS have worked together to develop a vehicle to meet the needs of the parcel delivery service industry. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16679 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16679 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT CODA Automotive, a privately held American company that designs, manufactures and sells all-electric vehicles and battery systems for transportation and utility related applications, today announced its intent to distribute the CODA Sedan to consumer and fleet customers in Hawai'i in the third quarter of 2011. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16680 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16680 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT The all-new Ford Focus Electric, which debuts in the U.S. late next year and in Europe in 2012, will be powered by an advanced lithium-ion battery that utilizes heated and cooled liquid to help maximize battery life and gas-free driving range. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16671 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16671 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CDT ComEd today launched the "ComEd Smart Grid Innovation Corridor," one of the broadest collections of Smart Grid pilots in the country. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16660 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16660 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Proterra, Inc., a leading maker of zero-emission commercial transit solutions, today announced the first major deployment of its EcoRide BE35 zero-emission, fast-charge battery-electric transit buses by Foothill Transit, a premier public transport provider that operates bus services in Southern San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, located in the eastern portion of Los Angeles County. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16672 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16672 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Today, Nissan North America and the state of Hawaii announced a partnership to advance zero-emission mobility by promoting the development of electric vehicles, and an electric-vehicle charging network, throughout the state. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16673 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16673 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced the start of order specification for the 2011 model year Nissan LEAF – the industry's first 100-percent electric car for the mass market – for those customers who have placed a reservation online. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16659 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16659 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT IEEE, the world's largest technical professional association, and its members are advancing the way technology is deployed in mass transit and road traffic computing and communications systems. By incorporating new security, wireless, sensor, robotics and other technologies into intelligent transport systems, IEEE is enabling a smarter, safer consumer travel experience. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16646 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16646 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company and the City of Seattle today announced a partnership to help prepare the city for the operation of electric vehicles. Ford and the City of Seattle will work together to develop consumer outreach and education programs on electric vehicles as well as share information on charging needs and requirements to ensure the electrical grid can support the necessary demand. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16557 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16557 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Toyota Motor Corporation announces that, in line with its efforts to ensure an ever-safer traffic environment, it will begin sales on August 30 of an onboard device designed to alert pedestrians and others audibly to the presence of a quiet vehicle, such as a gasoline-electric hybrid. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16561 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16561 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Remy International, Inc. announces that its subsidiary, Remy Electric Motors, LLC, has entered into an agreement with MotoCzysz LLC to bring a revolutionary, new generation electric drive system to market. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16590 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16590 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company and Portland General Electric today announced a collaboration to help prepare the city of Portland and the Pacific Northwest for the operation of electric vehicles. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16591 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16591 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT ECOtality, Inc., a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today attended the unveiling of the White House's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Innovation Report. In front of major U.S. industry leaders and lawmakers, Vice President Joseph Biden released the analysis of the impact of Recovery Act Investments on accelerating the pace of innovation in the United States. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16558 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16558 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Forty percent of consumers report they are likely to test drive an electric vehicle, according to a new study of online American adults from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16539 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16539 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Ford Motor Company is leveraging the Internet and wireless technology to accelerate testing and refinement of the advanced lithium-ion battery systems that will power its upcoming plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16538 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16538 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Car Charging Group, Inc. today announced it has entered into a pilot agreement with Icon Parking Systems, the premier provider of parking services in Manhattan, to provide electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at select trial locations helping to smooth the transition to EV by creating a useful charging network for Icon's customers. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16540 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16540 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Clean Communities of CNY, the local chapter of the U.S. Department of Energy's Clean Cities Program, today received six Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles (PHV) as part of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.'s (TMS) U.S. plug-in demonstration program. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16541 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16541 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT One in five motorists would consider buying an electric car, according to Swinton Insurance. The results were revealed by the UK's leading high street retailer of car insurance following the unveiling of plans by the Coalition Government to offer grants to those who wish to purchase one. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16512 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16512 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT ECOtality, Inc., a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, announced today that the company has entered into an agreement with the City of Houston to initiate ECOtality's Micro-Climate(TM) Program for the Houston region, in collaboration with the Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI). http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16513 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16513 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Bright Automotive today announced the hiring of Mike Donoughe to serve as the company's Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Donoughe brings strong leadership and more than 28 years of automotive experience with executive roles at Tesla, Chrysler, and Mercedes-Benz. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16516 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16516 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT AMP Holding Inc. , a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, announced it would be hosting a "Making Your Fleet Green" event Friday, August 20th, commencing at 10am EDT. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16515 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16515 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Today, Remy International, Inc. and AMP Holding, Inc.executives signed a long term electric motor supply agreement for the first-ever plug-in electric crossover vehicle. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16514 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16514 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT AMP Holding Inc., a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, announced today the hiring of Mr. John Gatt as a consultant. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16468 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16468 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Leo Motors, Inc. announced today that it has received official government test results on its Zinc Air Fuel Cell Generator (ZAFCG). Leo has developed a way to extract more electricity from zinc, and was able to get up to 20% more electricity than had previously been achieved. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16450 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16450 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Bright Automotive and General Motors today announced they have agreed to pursue a strategic relationship and that GM has provided funding to the Indiana automaker. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16451 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16451 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT This is the first air permit for a new, fully-integrated battery recycling facility issued in the United States in nearly 20 years. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16452 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16452 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT Enova Systems, Inc., a leading innovator of proprietary hybrid and electric drive systems, confirmed today that they have moved toward large scale production supply of its all-electric drive system for the Smith Newton, the world‘s largest battery-electric-powered production truck. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16432 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16432 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CDT The hybrid commercial vehicles market in North America and Europe is fuelled by the benefits hybrids offer over conventional vehicles. Better fuel efficiency, lower emissions and fewer maintenance costs are all highly desirable features, especially in sprawling mega cities and increasingly congested urban clusters. In the short-term, incentives and federal grants are expected to propel the adoption of hybrids. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16420 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16420 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT oulomb Technologies today announced the installation of its first ChargePoint(r) Networked Charging Station for electric vehicles in San Jose, California from its $37 million ChargePoint America program. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16317 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16317 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT From Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) President Brian Wynne: "We are extremely pleased that this week both Houses of Congress issued key proposals that recognize the vital role that electric drive will play in our national energy policy." http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16409 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16409 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to install more than 100 EV charging points until the end of this year. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16421 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16421 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT ECOtality, Inc., a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, announced today Roush Manufacturing – a global powerhouse in cutting-edge product development, composition, creation and testing – will manufacture ECOtality’s line of Blink home and commercial electric vehicle chargers. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16295 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16295 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Theodore F. Craver, Jr. Named Co-Chairman of the Electric Drive Transportation Association http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16410 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16410 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT AMP Holding Inc., a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, announced today the 100% electric GM Sky achieved 100 miles per gallon equivalent (mpge) highway in the Progressive Automotive X Prize finals. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16411 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16411 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT The solution will allow ECOtality to use a commercial cellular network to manage its Blink brand charging station operations, transfer usage data, download firmware updates and publish availability to electric vehicle drivers in real time. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16412 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16412 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Ten years ago Toyota launched a new kind of car in North America. It was the Prius, an affordable car with a hybrid gas/electric powertrain. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16413 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16413 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Today, nearly 17,000 future Nissan LEAF drivers are learning when the world's first affordable all-electric, zero-emission vehicle will be available in their markets. Consumers who have placed reservations for the Nissan LEAF received a communication today regarding market timing and next steps in ordering the all-electric vehicle. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16414 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16414 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, announces a new initiative to develop and launch electric vehicle installation training programs aimed at furthering the development and installation of electric vehicle charging equipment. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16422 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16422 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Coulomb Technologies today announced plans to significantly expand the ChargePoint® Network through partnership agreements with Leviton, Siemens and Aker Wade. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16310 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16310 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT Starting today, participating Chevrolet dealers in launch markets will begin taking customer orders for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the industry’s first electric vehicle with extended-range capability. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16415 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16415 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT With the development of three experimental all-electric-drive Porsche Boxsters, Porsche announced today that it is taking another major step toward its plans to build electric-powered sports cars. http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16416 http://electricdrive.org/ht/d/ReleaseDetails/i/16416 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CDT The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) announced today that Plug-In 2011 – an international conference of expert insights on technical advances, market research and policy initiatives shaping the future of plug-in hybrid and electric transportation – will be held in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina, July 18-21.