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Monthly Archives: March 2013
Detroit Electric lives
Or does it? The century old name returns, but the product sounds a lot like the Tesla Roadster. Production capacity of 2,500 per year. Sports car. Exhilerating handling. Impressive range. The question is – do we need another one? http://www.detroit-electric.com/#pressrelease
Washington State Senate outlaws blocking EV charging stations
Fine of $124 for parking and not charging Washington State Senate just passed bill SB5849 (found here) which prohibits parking in a parking stall marked as an electric vehicle (EV) charging station. Specifically, a portion of the bill reads as … Continue reading
VW just introduced their all electric e-up!
VW just introduced their all electric e-up! The four passenger compact has a 90 mile range, offers quick charging, and will be available in Europe this fall. https://www.volkswagen-media-services.com/medias_publish/ms/content/en/pressemitteilungen/2013/03/14/the_new_e-up_.standard.gid-oeffentlichkeit.html
Evernote installs workplace charging
California based Evernote CEO Phil Libin offers any employee a $250 monthly auto allowance. There’s a catch – it must qualify them to get into the carpool lane. At current lease rates, the LEAF fills the bill nicely. Watch the … Continue reading
The White House proposes an Energy Security Trust Fund
The White House proposal of an Energy Security Trust started with a group of high level former military men (Generals and Admirals), and current CEOs focused on one thing – Securing America’s Future Energy. In fact, that is the name … Continue reading
Nissan’s LEAF isn’t their only energy saver
An EPA ENERGY STAR partner since 2006, Nissan just received 2013 Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for their continued leadership in energy performance. Nissan’s award winning vehicle assembly plant and powertrain plant have saved over 800 billion … Continue reading