Chevy Volt-Based Cadillac ELR to Be Teased at NAIAS 2013
As alternative fuel and electric vehicle buffs, we always look forward to the auto show circuits, every year giving us a taste of what...
Strange Bedfellows: USDA and Automotive Industry Pair to Develop Biobased Automobile Parts
Recently, a $10 million bioproduct and biofuel research project aimed to change the automotive industry was begun by the US Department of Agriculture. While...
Is Lit Motors’ C-1 More Than a Motorcycle?
The motorcycle has always been one of those symbols of rogue American freedom, and for decades were the realm of people with a distinct...
Tesla Motors to Assemble Model S in Europe
Tesla Motors, while experiencing a slow start, has been upping its production in recent months, especially to satisfy the thousands of clients who have...
Automakers Investigating Two Approaches to Inductive Charging
Inductive charging mats already exist for small items, such as mobile phones, laptops, even electric kettles. An electric bus line in Milton Keynes, UK,...
Ultrasound Looks Inside Engines to Improve Efficiency
We have long been using ultrasound to look deep into the ground for mineral deposits or even archaeological remnants, and even to lake a...
Tesla Motors Sends “Rangers” to Fix Electric Cars
Years ago, perhaps decades, doctors stopped making house calls. Now, even if you have an emergency, perhaps your only option is to head to...
Congratulations Mr. Musk – Tesla Motors’ Announces First Profits (ever)
Inventor and entrepreneur Elon Musk is nothing if not charismatic, which is a necessary thing when trying to manufacture and market the first electric...
Are CAFE Regulations Pushing Electric Vehicle Development?
Well, it wouldn't be the first time that Corporate Average Fuel Economy regulations were the deciding factor in developing fuel efficient vehicles. Think...
Are Ford’s New Hybrids Failing to Deliver Economy?
With all the hype on the increased fuel efficiency of vehicles being released these days, it's good to see that they are living up...
