Monthly Archives: November 2011

Nismo LEAF concept introduced at Tokyo Motor Show

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Concept LEAF lighter, more powerful MotorAuthority.com provides us with some insight into one possible LEAF future – at least for those that choose performance over range. Nissan is introducing a possible road-going (read – civilized) version of their full on … Continue reading →

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Second evaluation shows Volt battery safety a concern

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

LEAF battery undamaged in similar crash test We have seen the articles over the past several months as first one media outlet, then another would jump on the anti-EV (electric vehicle) band wagon with claims that the GM Volt battery … Continue reading →

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Nissan LEAF availability

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Reservation not required Certainly, this will not be the case across the country. And it will likely not be the case in newly opened Nissan LEAF markets. But it is worth noting, so we are passing this information along – … Continue reading →

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Nissan partners with ChargePoint Network

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Charge station display remains incomplete Nissan selected Coulomb Technologies’ ChargePoint Network to show LEAF drivers where to charge their cars. The problem is, it is not a complete solution. Nissan’s new partner has a network of charge stations already installed … Continue reading →

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Mazda to offer regenerative brake technology

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

i-ELOOP to improve fuel efficiency 10 percent Mazda has developed a regenerative braking system for use in their gasoline powered vehicles that will boost fuel efficiency as much as 10 percent. The Mazda system uses a variable voltage alternator to … Continue reading →

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car2go electric car sharing program opens in San Diego

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

A different way to collect market data One of the first things that is important to know about car2go (all lower case) is that car2go is a subsidiary of Daimler AG – you know, the folks that make Mercedes-Benz. Daimler … Continue reading →

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