Category Archives: Other EVs

Analysis: Pure EV or Plug-In Hybrid?

Which would you prefer? Let’s be realistic – we live in a world with many realities. Each of our realities is unique, but they exist nonetheless. These realities may include children, families, jobs, commuting, financial werewithal (or lack thereof), time … Continue reading

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Chrysler’s electric car stable

Third part in a series on the state of electric cars for American consumers You didn’t know that Chrysler had an electric car stable? In January 2008 Chrysler introduced the Dodge ZEO (Zero Emissions Operation) concept. This four door, four passenger 2+2 … Continue reading

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Those silly Brits

Or maybe it’s just the BBC A journalist that works for the BBC by the name of Brian Milligan was tasked by his employer to drive over 400 miles in a “mass market electric car”. So, naturally, they chose the … Continue reading

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GM’s surprising new stance on electric cars

Second part in a series on the state of electric cars for American consumers Aren’t they trying to trademark the term “Range Anxiety”? General Motors, producer of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid, the same manufacturer that requested a trademark on the … Continue reading

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i-MiEV goes on sale in Europe

Mitsu to be broadly available in Europe Mitsubishi announced today the start of sales of the European-spec i-MiEV in 15 European countries. Mitsu has also received requests from several other countries throughout the region, and is considering supplying them. The U.K.-spec … Continue reading

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Volt wins North American Car of the Year

Volt NACOTY win is no surprise While many debate whether Volt is an electric car or a hybrid, the fact remains – it is an appealing vehicle to a large segment of the population. Volt offers the ability to run … Continue reading

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