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Could a Bloom box hybrid be in your near future?
February 25, 2010 – 11:29 pm | No Comment
Could a Bloom box hybrid be in your near future?

Could sulfur oxide fuel cells be the missing link? Since 60 Minutes ran its piece on the Bloom Box ( watch ), interest in sulfur oxide fuel cells has suddenly exploded, and one wonders if Bloom’s take on fuel cells is just the tip of the iceberg in fuel cell breakthroughs. Just a couple of years ago, it seemed the fuel cell was dead, even amongst…

Hyundai hybrids: Everything in place for greatness
February 19, 2010 – 5:07 pm | No Comment
Hyundai hybrids: Everything in place for greatness

In a class of its own? I’ve been very excited about the potential of Hyundai hybrid cars ever since Hyundai announced its lithium-polymer powered Hybrid Blue Drive at the 2008 LA Auto Show. According to many experts, Hyundai’s lithium-polymer technology might give Hyundai an edge in lithium battery production. And, now that the Hyundai Sonata hybrid is just months away from hitting US dealerships…

David's Sharings: Types Of Green Cars
February 8, 2010 – 11:55 am | No Comment

Green cars are eco-friendly cars . Green cars will reduce the emission of harmful gases like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. These cars also improve the fuel efficiency of the cars. The types of green cars are: …

David's Sharings: Types Of Green Cars
February 8, 2010 – 11:55 am | No Comment

Green cars are eco-friendly cars . Green cars will reduce the emission of harmful gases like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. These cars also improve the fuel efficiency of the cars. The types of green cars are: …

Hybrid Cars – Feed Archives – Dr. 5z5 – Open Feed Directory – Free …
December 4, 2009 – 10:38 am | No Comment

Some vehicles have been modified to use another fuel source if it is available, such as cars modified to run on autogas (LPG) and diesels modified to run on waste vegetable oil that has not been processed into biodiesel . … However, this unique vehicle offers an intriguing glimpse into the future of eco-friendly automobiles. The Venturi …

When will car manufacturers be mandated from Gov't to be enviro …
November 24, 2009 – 6:55 am | No Comment

Why won’t gov’t punish the car manufacturers (Ford for Ex) who continue to make SUV’s. MPG should not be a standard..rather fuel type. Ethanol, Battery, Hybrid, Biodiesel , whatever! this is 2008 we should be settting the bar for the world. …. People will walk, ride bikes, take public transit, and people will pressure car manufacturers to build eco friendly cars . Americans won’t budge

Hyundai to end hybrid program in favor of EVs?
November 19, 2009 – 8:14 pm | No Comment
Hyundai to end hybrid program in favor of EVs?

Dead before launch? Is Hyundai prepared to end its hybrid program? It’s a possibility according to Korean sources . Apparently, Hyundai isn’t confident about how the future of the automobile is going to evolve, and hybrid cars are a point of contention. Consequently, Hyundai is said to be considering an EV plan much more like that of Nissan/Renault…

Solar panels cars – An Overview of the Green Car Revolution
November 18, 2009 – 6:27 am | No Comment

For diesel engines, biodiesel is offered as a more environment friendly alternative. Another technology being developed by car manufacturers is the fuel cell technology. This technology aims to use hydrogen as fuel. … For more than 100 years, the car as we know it has been using oil derivates to function…. Solar power 2009 · Eco Friendly Tips to living Green (13.3717) Being eco friendly …

Science Centric | News | 10 technologies that made news in 2009 …
November 17, 2009 – 12:24 pm | No Comment

Toward the design of greener, more eco-friendly consumer products So you’re a manufacturer about to introduce a new consumer product to the marketplace. Will that product or the manufacture of the product contribute to global warming … A ’shrimp cocktail’ to fuel cars and trucks Call it a ’shrimp cocktail’ for your …

Green Travel – Choosing Your Eco-Friendly Holiday Destination
November 12, 2009 – 8:02 am | No Comment

an electric, electric-hybrid, or biodiesel car , which will reduce your fuel cost substantially in addition to your CO2 emissions. Word of warning: do make a reservation! There is currently a variety of hybrid cars in circulation, …

Toyota keeps natural gas hybrid idea alive
November 3, 2009 – 4:57 pm | No Comment
Toyota keeps natural gas hybrid idea alive

Next job: Surfrider Foundation outreach At SEMA Toyota is showing off a natural gas Toyota Camry hybrid that will be used by the Surfrider Foundation for various public outreach programs. So, how will the CNG hybrid perform? Basically everything is the same, except the fuel system was replaced with a natural gas system that does utilize a chunk of trunk space. Likewise, total horsepower drops to 170 hp from 187 hp. Range is 250+ miles. I…

Funding change: $42,000 tax credit for the Tesla Roadster?
October 29, 2009 – 5:56 pm | No Comment
Funding change: $42,000 tax credit for the Tesla Roadster?

But only in Colorado The majority of American auto consumers, according to several studies, are interested in hybrid cars and plug-in vehicles. Unfortunately, however, most interested in such vehicles are not willing to pay much extra for those vehicles. Thus, federal and local governments have created tax credits to help offset the extra costs of these vehicles. The latest example …