Archive for March, 2009
Tesla Model S: First Pics
Jalopnik has just released the first ever public pics of the Tesla Model S concept electric saloon, as well some fairly detailed specs. How does a 480km range and 5.5 sec 0-100km/h sprint sound? Apparently, the entire platform will be developed in-house. Head over to Jalopnik for more pics and the full scoop.
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Poking fun at the Tata Nano
Tata’s Nano was launched last week to much fanfare and very high expectations for the success of the diminutive vehicle, but almost immediately has become the brunt of jokes by motor fans worldwide. While a lot of this criticism might be unfair (at least until the vehicle has actually been driven by independant testers), some […]
Aptera driven by Edmunds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwHm6aefGLQ
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GreenCars in this year’s SA Blog Awards
Well, it seems that GreenCars is up for nomination for this year’s SA Blog awards in the “Best Green Blog” category. Thanks to everyone who voted for us to be nominated. Competition is very stiff, and there’s some great blogs in this category - wishing everyone the best of luck. I’m fairly certain who’ll win […]
Mazda implements improved recycling systems in Japan
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda has developed a world-first recycling technology which enhances the process it uses to recycle used bumpers from vehicles, whose useful life has ended, into raw plastic resin for use in new vehicle bumpers. The new technology is the first to enable recycling of used bumpers from different manufacturers at the same time. Additionally, […]
Obama Announces $2.4 Billion in Funding to Support Next Generation Electric Vehicles
US President Barack Obama made a very important announcement yesterday that should provide a massive boost in the development of future EVs. From the US DoE Web site:
POMONA, CA - Today, President Barack Obama announced the availability of $2.4 billion in funding to put American ingenuity and America’s manufacturers to work producing next generation Plug-in […]
