The future is coming whether we're ready or not Using Detroit to reinvent transportation, and America For almost as long as I’ve been a blogger on the auto beat, I’ve been very critical of GM. At the end of the day, it seems to me that foreign oil dependency is the greatest threat facing the US, and GM just hasn’t been a corporate leader on …

If $4.00 gasoline is doing this much damage, what happens at $5.00? 4 out of 10 Americans facing financial hardship because of high gasoline prices According to a new Associated Press-GfK pol l, $4.00 gasoline is beginning to “cause serious financial hardship” for 4 out of 10 Americans, while causing “some hardship” for 71 percent of Americans. Yet, isn’t $4.00 …

Electrification is all about energy security Countering the hybrid and plug-in haters won’t be easy Earlier today I read How is the transition to electric cars going? in USAToday. Unfortunately, I found the article a bit dull. Wanting more I checked out the comments. Wow! If the comments in USA…

Can we stand united on US energy policy? It’s time for Democrats and Republicans to unite on energy policy Last week President Obama took the course many Presidents before him have when gas prices have risen, he blamed speculators. Others have blamed the President for not drilling, and yet others have blamed the Fed…

Should GM bring the Envision plug-in hybrid to the US? Can only China envision plug-in hybrids? Sometimes I hate concept vehicles. They simply look too good, and that’s definitely my take regarding the Buick Envision plug-in hybrid concept. Unfortunately, the production vehicle never looks as good. Then again, I’ve learned that my design tastes don’t often resonate with average US car buyers, so maybe I’m …

Hybrid haters are losers Please tell me how gas guzzling makes America stronger I understand hybrid and plug-in vehicle hate. First, many hybrid and plug-in buyers are elitist, condescending a-holes. Second, and even far worse, hybrids and plug-ins are still just a distraction from reality – a …

Throughout the book, the America economy is sinking upon its weight of bureaucracy, redistributionist policies and various government regulations enacted. Many of the bills in the book enacted have innocent sounding names like the “Anti- Greed …. The auto industry is near bankruptcy and in exchange for aid; the government will eventually force them to build green cars . There will be a price for government aid and …

The evolution of the car is becoming less and less about the powertrain. The car is dead, only we just don’t know it yet Today, the Toyota Prius is easily the best car in the world. It’s not perfect, but it’s the closest. When all factors are considered, the Prius is…

Throughout the book, the America economy is sinking upon its weight of bureaucracy, redistributionist policies and various government regulations enacted. Many of the bills in the book enacted have innocent sounding names like the “Anti- Greed …. The auto industry is near bankruptcy and in exchange for aid; the government will eventually force them to build green …

Obama continued on to explain that clean energy, particularly electric vehicle and biofuel technologies, weren’t just sci fi any more. Said the president, “And the good news is these technologies aren’t science fiction anymore. Innovators across America are testing new products that hold … Eco Friendly Green Product Deal of the Day from neerg We’ve partnered with the great folks over at neerg.com to bring you a deal …

Green Jobs, Green cars ? Did you know just 100 miles of solar cells in the southwest could provide America with all the energy we need? Are you aware Denmark is using windmills to turn seawater to hydrogen and using that to power fuel … Rural areas tend to vote GOP so government regulations like workplace safety is ignored more? Lack of healthcare near by? When do you think GOP or Dem will …

Is a plug + an engine just not cost-effective? Do pure battery electric cars have a scalable advantage? When it comes to battery-powered technologies, I’m a big fan of hybrid cars . They simply offer the most bang for the buck and; therefore, the greatest market penetration. Considering the impact of the 2 decade+ legacy effect upon foreign oil dependence, market penetration is of critical importance today. Similarly, when it comes…