Jim Cramer of CNBC gives ten reasons why he thinks Tesla Motors' stock has nearly quintupled since the beginning of the year, posting a gain of around 396 percent in less than eight mont...
Peugeot to unveil 208 HYbrid FE concept at Frankfurt
At the Frankfurt Motor Show, PEUGEOT and Total will unveil their technological concept, the 208 HYbrid FE, a full petrol hybrid with exceptional characteristics and without a Plug-in energy source. The Research and Development teams the two partners rose brilliantly to the challenge proposed by establishing...
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Dutch Drivers Achieve 625 km Single Charge Range with a Tesla Model S [VIDEO]
A standard Tesla Model S equipped with the 85 kWh battery pack has an official EPA rated range of 265 Miles (424 km) and 310 Miles (500 km) NEDC rating. On Wednesday August 21st four students from the Technical University Eindhoven Sponsored by Athlon Car Lease achieved 388 miles (624 km) in real world...
Blog, Updated at: 4:15 PM
Tesla Motors Launch Supercharger Network in Norway [VIDEO]
First European Superchargers from Tesla Motors on Vimeo.Tesla Motors today unveiled its European Supercharger network, energizing stations across Norway that enable Model S owners to conveniently travel for free between cities along well-traveled highways throughout the country. With locations in Lyngdal,...
Blog, Updated at: 3:54 PM
Motorway service stations are still worth missing out
Suppose you’re on your way back from a classic car show and feeling a tad peckish. Where are you going to stop?It’s one of the questions I'm forever wondering when I'm out and about, cruising the highways and byways of Britain in all manner of classics in the quest to find a spot of decent en-route...
Blog, Updated at: 7:21 AM
Nissan's 2013 LEAF Sales Surge 335%
Nissan reported a massive 335% increase in sales of its hatchback electric car LEAF in U.S since the launch of the 2013 model in Mar 2013. LEAF has been Nissan's bestselling car in Seattle, Portland and San Francisco. Alongside, the company also witnessed burgeoning demand for electric vehicles outside...
Blog, Updated at: 12:14 AM
Toyota adds discounts for Tesla-powered all-electric RAV4
Toyota Motor Corp. is discounting its all-electric RAV4 through low-cost lease and loan offers to boost demand for the slow-selling compact crossover that’s powered by a Tesla Motors Inc. battery pack and motor. Toyota, the world’s biggest maker of hybrid autos, this month is promoting the option of...
Blog, Updated at: 4:39 PM
200,000 Fast-Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles by 2020
Total fast-charging stations for EVs are set to reach 199,000 locations globally in 2020, up from just 1,800 in 2012. The number of these stations, meanwhile, is anticipated to rise more than threefold in 2013 to 5,900 and then nearly triple to 15,200 in 2014. Overall growth will continue at a rapid...
Blog, Updated at: 4:20 PM
VW to launch all-electric e-Golf & e-up! in Frankfurt
In a dual world premiere, Volkswagen will be presenting two new and extremely efficient electric cars at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt (10th to 22nd September): the e-up! and e-Golf. This means that Europe's most successful carmaker is transitioning two high-volume production models...
Blog, Updated at: 5:04 PM
Toyota to add Wireless Charging to Plug-In Prius
During the recent Toyota Hybrid World Tour Satoshi Ogiso, Managing Officer of Toyota Motor Corporation said Toyota will begin verification of a wireless/inductive charging system system in Japan, the US and Europe in 2014. We have been listening very carefully to Prius PHV owners over the past two years…...
Blog, Updated at: 4:37 PM
Nissan ZEOD RC - Preparing for track debut - The Tub [VIDEO]
Nismo.TV catches up with the Nissan ZEOD RC team as preparations are underway for the testing debut of the unique car that will "electrify Le Mans" in 2...
Blog, Updated at: 4:04 PM
Innovative New Office Chairs by Eurotech Seating
Love ergonomics and modern style? Then you have got to see the new office chairs from Eurotech Seating. With hot models like the Ergo Elite, Chakra, Hawk, Wing, and Stingray chair, your office will be at not shortage of efficiency and effectiveness. These awesome seating solutions provide optimal comfort...
Blog, Updated at: 6:09 AM
ZF and Levant Partner to Develop Regenerative Suspension
Regenerative brakes are increasingly becoming a popular option on new cars as a way to save energy, and soon that technology could be joined by another engineering breakthrough: a regenerative suspension. We have reported on Regenerative shock absorber developments including Linear tubular electric...
Blog, Updated at: 3:57 AM
2013 Ormskirk MotorFest proves a spectacular petrolhead success
WHAT do a Le Mans-winning Bentley, some thundering stock racers and a brigade of cute old bubble cars have in common? If, like me, you were one of the thousands of petrolheads to pay a visit to Ormskirk last weekend then you’ll already know the answer, because all three – and about 300 other cars...
Blog, Updated at: 12:57 AM
Panasonic Announce Tokai University Solar Car Team Sponsorship
Panasonic Corporation today announced that it has agreed to provide technical support to Tokai University's solar car team, which will compete in the 2013 World Solar Challenge (WSC 2013), one of the world's biggest races for solar cars, to be held from October 6 to 13 in Australia. Under the sponsorship...
Blog, Updated at: 9:18 PM
Bridgestone Sponsors World Solar Challenge 2013
Bridgestone will be the title sponsor of the World Solar Challenge 2013, which will be held in Australia October 6-13. Dubbed “The Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2013,” the event will see a record 45 teams from 26 countries compete in a 3,000 km cross-country race using only solar energy to power...
Blog, Updated at: 9:14 PM
BMW test the i3 and i8 under extreme conditions [VIDEO]
A short promo video showing BMW testing their electric cars under extreme conditio...
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ABC Nightline's special coverage of Tesla Motors [VIDEO]
ABC News with Bloomberg's Betty Liu Nightline Tesla Spec...
Blog, Updated at: 5:04 AM
Nissan to expand EV lineup to 5 models all with Wireless Charging
Nissan Motor Co. says it will expand its global EV product line to five models. The company has not announced what additional models it is planning and has not specified a timetable. But it indicates Nissan is taking a long-term view of the slow-growing EV market. "We haven't announced what models they...
Blog, Updated at: 9:51 PM
Cool Workplace Furniture Trends
Whether your business is geared toward services specifically for people or you just want to stay hip to the modern age, keeping your office updated with the coolest workplace furniture trends is a great way to start. However, keeping up with what's hot can be really difficult if you don't know what...
Blog, Updated at: 10:17 AM
Toyota Reveal 420hp AWD Yaris Hybrid-R Powertrain Details
Based on the Yaris 3-door, the Yaris Hybrid R concept hybrid powertrain configuration combines the powerful 1.6l petrol Global Race Engine with two powerful electric motors to provide an ‘intelligent’ electric four-wheel drive capability. The front wheels are driven by a 300hp 4-cylinder 1.6 turbo engine...
Blog, Updated at: 5:46 AM
Top 7 Ways to Improve Your Office
Looking for ways to get things done faster and more efficiently but aren't sure how to do it? If you've been feeling cramped and stifled at work, it may actually be due to your office. Keeping an office space efficient and manageable is a critical first step to a successful business that people often...
Blog, Updated at: 11:08 AM
