Monthly Archives: November 2011

A review – Revenge of the Electric Car

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

I don’t get it Ok… maybe it’s me. Who Killed the Electric Car was Chris Paine’s ode to the demise of the electric car late in the last century. With Revenge of the Electric Car, I was sure he would … Continue reading →

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European quick charge network to gain traction

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Nissan giving away 400 DC quick charge stations in Europe In a move that those of us stateside can only be envious of, Nissan Motor Company in Europe is giving away 400 DC quick charge stations. These installations will begin … Continue reading →

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Revenge of the Electric Car openings

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Coming to a theater near you We have been busy lately with many things, and in our busy-ness, we nearly overlooked the theatrical release of the Revenge of the Electric Car. We just saw Who Killed the Electric Car not … Continue reading →

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What if New York City’s taxi fleet were all electric?

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Electric NV200 already on the books for development Lately we have been discussing the fact that New York City and Nissan are putting 6 Nissan LEAFs to work as taxi cabs for a one-year pilot program in the city that … Continue reading →

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Ford Focus EV reservations open today

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

First Foci EV offers limited availability to the coastal few The Ford Focus EV opened to consumer reservations today – if you happen to live in California or New York. Initial orders will be taken in Los Angeles, San Diego, … Continue reading →

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EV as taxi – is it realistic or not?

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Ernie Hernandez

Can an electric vehicle be a viable alternative as a taxi? A couple of days ago we wrote an article about the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) using the Nissan LEAF in a pilot program to evaluate its viability … Continue reading →

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