Five “ Green” Cars At A Glance. 2011 Chevrolet Volt. Price: $40280 (base MSRP); Gas mileage, 37 mpg gas only, 60 mpg gas/electric combined, 93 mpg (equivalent), electric-only; Pros: Best fuel efficiency of any mass produced hybrid; …

The next “green hope” to replace oil was biofuels, ethanol blended with gasoline, and vegetable oil blended with diesel ( biodiesel ). But even initially enthusiastic environmental groups have realized the folly of trying to farm our way off oil. … Technology developed by Vancouver-based Westport Innovations, for example, combines eco-friendly advantages of natural gas with the power, torque and fuel efficiency previously available only in diesel engines. …

Reduce weight, increase efficiency Weight the key to higher energy prices Whether it comes to conventional ICE vehicles, hybrids or even pure electric cars, Ford believes reducing weight is the key enabling technology for the greatest improvements in fuel economy. Thus, a big push in carbon fiber, aluminum and high strength steel will be …

Reduce weight, increase efficiency Weight the key to higher energy prices Whether it comes to conventional ICE vehicles, hybrids or even pure electric cars, Ford believes reducing weight is the key enabling technology for the greatest improvements in fuel economy. Thus, a big push in carbon fiber, aluminum and high …

Reduce weight, increase efficiency Weight the key to higher energy prices Whether it comes to conventional ICE vehicles, hybrids or even pure electric cars, Ford believes reducing weight is the key enabling technology for the greatest improvements in fuel economy. Thus, a big push in carbon fiber, aluminum and high strength steel will be used by Ford to decrease weight and thus, decrease engine size. “The more weight we can take out of…

Reduce weight, increase efficiency Weight the key to higher energy prices Whether it comes to conventional ICE vehicles, hybrids or even pure electric cars, Ford believes reducing weight is the key enabling technology for the greatest improvements in fuel economy. Thus, a big push in carbon fiber, aluminum and high strength steel will be used by Ford to decrease weight and thus, decrease engine size. “The more weight we can take out of …

… these cars are replies to issues on increasing global warming. In order to compete in the market and build up their image of being environment- conscious, almost all major automobile players are unveiling ‘their eco- friendly cars ‘. … Some of the top promises or special features of these green cars are: stylish models with neon glass, acid-green windows for better insulation thereby saving energy, minimum

Not a revolution until mainstreamed. National security threats are good for business – the business of war A few years before the gas spike of 2008 there was a growing movement in the blogosphere that warned of higher gas prices and the potential for significant gas spikes. Of course that warning wasn’t just sounded off on blogs like this one. Even the Pentagon noticed the potential and called foreign oil…

Suddenly cheap, powerful fuel efficiency could rule. Hybrid fuel economy without hybrid technology? In the last few weeks and months there have been some very interesting stories regarding new developments in gasoline engines. For instance, HCCI engines utilizing longer chain alcohols that offer diesel-like efficiency without the noxious emissions; or highly turbocharged alcohol-fueled direct-injection …

Researchers at UConn have found that the fiber crop Cannabis sativa, known as industrial hemp, has properties that make it viable and even attractive as a raw material, or feedstock, for producing biodiesel – sustainable diesel fuel made from renewable plant ….. Cars . Cars Some rental-car companies have added hydrid cars like the Toyota Prius to their fleets. Smart car – Its base price is $12000, and it’s hard to…

In order to compete in the market and build up their image of being environment- conscious, almost all major automobile players are unveiling ‘their eco- friendly cars ‘. While Renault comes up with Zero Emission i.e. ZE cars, Fiat is introducing this year … Some of the top promises or special features of these green cars are : stylish models with neon glass, acid-green windows for better…

Attendees will learn where, when and how they can expect to purchase the hottest eco-friendly vehicles, the latest on consumer incentives for clean cars , and updates on alternative fuel technologies. Speakers will also address pressing climate legislation and the future of green vehicles. This event will show hybrid, electric, ethanol,