President Obama Promises ‘New Era’ of Energy
Stating emphatically that “No single issue is as imperative to the economy as energy,” President Obama today began to lay the foundation — rapid and widespread deployment of energy efficiency — for a new, clean energy era for the nation, the Alliance to Save Energy noted. President Obama’s quick action, taken after less than one [...]
Tesla Roadster Sport
Tesla Motors Inc. began taking orders today for the Roadster Sport, a high-performance sports car based on the world’s leading all-electric, zero-emission vehicle. The Roadster Sport does 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, compared with 3.9 seconds for the standard Roadster. It comes with a hand-wound stator and increased winding density for lower resistance [...]
VW’s 2.0L Turbo Clean Diesel Engine Recognized as 2009 Ward’s 10 Best Engine
Volkswagen’s technologically advanced 2.0 Liter turbodiesel was recognized as a 2009 10 Best Engine by Ward’s Automotive Group. The all-new 2.0L clean diesel TDI engine features common rail injection and is the first of a new generation of dynamic and efficient diesel engines from Volkswagen. “We’re pleased that Ward’s has recognized our advanced 2.0-liter clean [...]
Dodge Circuit EV
The Dodge Circuit EV displays bold exterior and interior styling with outstanding performance, zero gasoline consumption and zero tailpipe emissions. The Dodge Circuit EV design screams pure sports car from every angle. The Dodge Circuit EV’s profile demonstrates perfect proportions for balanced handling, placing the driver and passenger midway along the wheelbase. At the front [...]
GreenLite(TM) – The Evolution of Low Mass Automotive Foam Solutions
The Woodbridge Group has announced GreenLite(TM) automotive foam, to support improved environmental performance initiatives. This new low mass foam technology, now offers many opportunities for customers looking to achieve high quality, high performance, low mass polyurethane foam solutions, at the industry’s highest green content levels. While multiple firmness polyurethane foam is well known in the [...]
Toyota Reveals All-New Prius
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 50-mile-per gallon rated third-generation Prius hybrid vehicle today at the 2009 North American International Auto show. Celebrated as the benchmark for cars of the future, the Prius has delivered superior fuel economy and ultra-low emissions to more than one million owners worldwide for more than 10 [...]
Chrysler 200C EV Concept
The definitive blend of design and technology, the all-new Chrysler 200C EV concept redefines the idea of responsible mobility with a touch of class and sophistication never before embodied so elegantly in one vehicle. “The Chrysler 200C EV concept represents the perfect blend of provocative design and leading-edge technology, as well as the new Chrysler [...]
Gumpert Apollo Hybrid
The Hybrid Apollo uses both an 100 kW electric motor and a 3.3 liter V8 bi-turbo petrol engine and produces 630 hp. The electric motor will be recharged when the car brakes. During its maiden race, the hybrid-concept took on race cars like the Porsche 911 GT3, Dodge Viper, Lamborghini Gallardo, BMW Z4 and Chevrolet [...]