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Dubai's first sustainable living expo kicks off in style at the …
June 22, 2011 – 1:24 pm | No Comment

EPIC Dubai opened on a positive note where a Green Cars Caravan of solar, electric, hybrid and biodiesel powered cars , organized by Dubai Police and S.S. Lootah Group, took off from Burj Al Arab with a pit stop at Dubai Police Academy before it continued its journey to Burj … “After checking out what our exhibitors and partners had to offer, visitors …

Study – New auto technologies not enough to address greenhouse gas emissions
June 21, 2011 – 9:09 pm | No Comment
Study – New auto technologies not enough to address greenhouse gas emissions

Much more public transportation required to achieve 2050 greenhouse cuts Less driving needs to be part of the formula If the world is serious about meeting greenhouse gas emission and climate targets for the year 2050, technologies like plug-in cars and alternative fuels probably won’t be enough. Instead, less light duty vehicle travel will be essential to meeting these goals according to a new study by the University of California, Berkeley. The personal …

New Nissan Altima hybrid coming
June 21, 2011 – 7:48 pm | No Comment
New Nissan Altima hybrid coming

Altima hybrid will return with a new hybrid drive. New Altima hybrid could arrive by 2012 The current Nissan Altima hybrid , built using licensed Toyota hybrid technology, is currently being phased out. While the Altima hybrid is still available, new production has been stopped. However, by 2012 the Nissan Altima hybrid should rise again. According to the Automotive News Nissan is…

SURPRISE: 'GREEN' CARS AREN'T SO GREEN | Automotive Hybrids
June 17, 2011 – 1:58 am | No Comment

SURPRISE: ' GREEN' CARS AREN'T SO GREEN. June 16, 2011 | Author KevBronnor. Eco-Friendly Cars Challenge Heide B. Malhotra examines the hype around electric and hybrid plug-in vehicles, and the implications of their consumer and …

NRC – New engines and hybrids most promising for next 15 years
June 16, 2011 – 6:24 pm | No Comment
NRC – New engines and hybrids most promising for next 15 years

Ecoboost the first step to hybrid pickup trucks? Could “greatly” reduce fuel consumption by 2025 Over the next 15 years conventional spark-ignition engines will continue to dominate the US auto industry, according to the National Resource Council (NRC). Fortunately, a “significant” number of new technologies, such as friction reduction, downsizing, better thermal management, turbocharging, etc., can be combined to decrease fuel consumption by almost…

Jun 16: Drive smart and choose more eco-friendly transportation
June 16, 2011 – 5:03 pm | No Comment

What is the best eco-friendly car to buy – diesel or electric? What are some myths about the Prius? What are alternatives to ZipCar, bus, and bikes? Is it cheaper to ride the bus? What are the economics? … He also serves as the Transportation Chair of the Los Padres chapter of the Sierra Club, is on the board of directors of the Santa Barbara Bicycle…

Chevy Volt versus Nissan Leaf versus Toyota Prius: There is a clear winner
June 13, 2011 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
Chevy Volt versus Nissan Leaf versus Toyota Prius: There is a clear winner

Is the Prius, and hybrid cars, passe? And it’s not just the consumer Hybrid cars, plug-in hybrid cars and battery electric cars – built by major automakers – are now available to consumers, and there is a lot of talk about which technology is the best. Obviously, that’s not an easy answer, especially today, as some consumers simply can’t even plug-in, for example. …

TodaysCarbonFootprints.com: Launches Site and Updates with New Posts…
June 12, 2011 – 12:25 am | No Comment

asks TodaysCarbonFootprints.com on the page “ BioFuel , Electric, or HHO Conversion.” In this blog post, the author compares the advantages and drawbacks contained within each of these fuel-efficient, eco-friendly cars . …

TodaysCarbonFootprints.com: Launches Site and Updates with New Posts…
June 12, 2011 – 12:25 am | No Comment

asks TodaysCarbonFootprints.com on the page “ BioFuel , Electric, or HHO Conversion.” In this blog post, the author compares the advantages and drawbacks contained within each of these fuel-efficient, eco-friendly cars . …

Google Deploys Over 70 Electric Car Charging Stations at Mountain …
June 10, 2011 – 5:42 pm | No Comment

Google has implemented many eco-friendly transportation options over the years, including the development of biodiesel campus shuttles and RechargeIT, an initiative aimed at expanding the use of electric vehicles . …

2012 Chevy Volt to start at $39,145
June 10, 2011 – 5:09 pm | No Comment
2012 Chevy Volt to start at $39,145

2012 Chevy Volt to see a price reduction Volt sales expand to all 50 states, price drops $1,000, at least on base model When the 2012 Chevy Volt hits dealerships in all 50 states beginning later this year, it will do so with a cheaper price. The updated Volt will start at $39,145, not including an $850 delivery charge. Additionally, the new Volt will offer up some new colors and a few other features, such as 17-inch sport …

Tesla proves electric cars make luxurious sense
June 7, 2011 – 4:46 pm | No Comment
Tesla proves electric cars make luxurious sense

If rich, why not be green if the Tesla S looks this cool? Model S: Plugged in and beautiful What’s not to love about the idea of electric cars? The quiet, yet powerful elegance of electron-powered cars is intoxicating to almost all that have ever driven such a vehicle. Unfortunately, while electric cars make uber…