Etherea based compact hybrid coming by 2014 Expanding Nissan’s battery powered portfolio Possibly by late 2012, Nissan will add a new compact hybrid to the Infiniti lineup based on the Etherea concept and its new hybrid powertrain, currently found in the Infiniti M hybrid . Likewise, Infiniti will add a Leaf-based electric…

The RDX will be Acura's first hybrid in 2012 Finally, Honda adds some hybrid technology to its luxury brand Honda has been in the hybrid game longer than most, but most of its hybrid history has been relatively tempered. But, since the only bull in the hybrid game so far has been…

A-BAT headed for both Scion and Prius brands A-BAT will serve as both a Scion pickup and a Prius truck What does Scion stand for? Young kids is the first thing that comes to mind when I answer that question. And by kids I mean about 25 and under, although …

Consumer Reports is liking the Volt more and more. The Volt can be cost effective, thanks to generous tax credits Compared to a loaded Toyota Prius , the Chevy Volt can be a more cost-effective choice, dependent upon driving conditions, according to the latest testing by Consumer Reports, although the cost-comparison is based …

View all car news. SEREMBAN: Motorists in Negri Sembilan can now use eco-friendly B5 biodiesel which is available at 156 petrol stations in the state from this month. Deputy Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister …

Chinese-made cars in the US and Europe are inevitable Calls for more objective government regulations Since the Fiat takeover of Chrysler, I’ve spent little time following the activities of this automotive merger. While Fiat offers some very interesting small cars, the Fiat/Chrysler venture just doesn’t offer up much in the way of hybrid or plug-in news. Thus, maybe it shouldn’t be surprising that…

From hybrid cars to hybrid production trailers | Green Tech CNET News. King Kong Production Trailers is making a trailer that runs on solar power and biodiesel , and offers eco-friendly interior options–just the thing if …

Better as a hybrid? Wake me when the Ford F150 hybrid is launched Ford sells about 50,000 F-Series Super Duty pickup trucks every year, many used for legitimate commercial purposes. Therefore, the fact that Ford is partnering with Azure to develop a hybrid powertrain, including a plug-in version, as an option for buyers is, well, at least kind of good news. Still, if the topic is Ford hybrid pickup …

From hybrid cars to hybrid production trailers. July 28th, 2011 CNET News.com. King Kong Production Trailers is making a trailer that runs on solar power and biodiesel , and offers eco-friendly interior options–just the thing if you're …

New CAFE requirements are better than nothing, but full of loopholes The good, the bad, and the ugly Here’s the good news. CAFE standards are increasing and will push automakers to further embrace new technologies, such as hybrid and plug-in powertrains. For instance, by 2025 passenger cars will have…

Time to build more pickup ups! Could lead to an increase in pickup truck production and sales Well, new CAFE requirements are threatening to once again turn into a major boondoggle. According to the DetroitNews , the Big 3 are set to agree to 54.5 mpg by 2025, which really means about 40 mpg according to the EPA and often even less in…

Used vegetable oil turned into eco-friendly biodiesel . 07.20.2011 · Posted in News. The Florida Keys has its first biodiesel company, which turns used vegetable oil from restaurants into eco-friendly fuel for vehicles and boats. …