Emissions Standards a Contentious Subject for EU Politicians
European Union politicians cannot seem to agree on emissions standards. In fact, many politicians are divided – some are anxious to enforce green standards...
Deutsche Bank Estimates EV Batteries Price Will Drop 50% In Next Decade
People tend to think electric cars will be more expensive and unaffordable than their petrol/diesel relatives. Furthermore, people usually expect high maintenance costs, because of the batteries.
Could Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Sales Slow if Gasoline Falls Below $3.00/gal?
Every year, the short cycle of gasoline prices goes up and down, “winter blend” gasoline prices typically up to 15¢ cheaper per gallon than...
EU Official Proposes No More Gas-Powered Cars Starting 2050!
Gas fueled vehicles are among the most vicious factors to cause pollution. For years now there has been continuous talk about reducing it, but little has been done in this sense. These days, the European Union, through its Commission, is putting a stop to the indecision.
Ford to Launch Electric Cars, Currently Working on Intelligent Vehicles
Ford is not only planning on putting batteries and electric drivetrains in the cars, but also wants to re-think the whole purpose of the car. As far as we know it, a car serves mainly for the transport of people or goods. Ford is thinking further, about how this transportation is being done: is it safe enough, does it guide you well enough in traffic?
The Big Picture – EPA Emissions Regulations Could Save $Billions
Over the years, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has been working hard to enact regulations to reduce emissions in the transportation sector.
Of course, the...
Automotive Emissions Reduction Could Save Billions, Germany Fears Change
Automakers really don't have much incentive to reduce emissions, at least not financially. Two main factors drive the development of automobiles with fewer emissions: legislation...
For Green Geeks: GM Cooperating With Google to Install Android on Volt
GM is currently in talks with Google for a joint venture to develop an integrated car system based on the Android OS, of which you may have heard lately. They also say Android is going to be animating Chevy Volt's interface.
Tesla Motors Profits First Quarter of 2013, Plans to Increase Production
“Promises were made to be broken,” but not by Tesla Motors, which is good news for everyone, including investors and prospective clients.
The driving force...
Small Battery Hybrids May Make More Economic and Environmental Sense Than Full Hybrids, Study...
A new study from the Carnegie Mellon University, performed by Jeremy J. Michalek and his colleagues reveals that owning cars with large batteries isn't...
