An all-women team of Qatari students won the first GCC hybrid electric vehicle competition held in Abu Dhabi over the weekend. Showing some serious girl power, Gernas 114 from Qatar University beat 10 other teams to become the 2014 TAQA GCC Hybrid-Electric Challenge champions. MORE
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Drivers buy hybrids not so much for economic efficiency (because the higher capital cost hardly covers the savings in operating costs) but for personal reasons. Maybe they like the fact that hybrids are less stinky when they back out of the garagge. Also, hybrid owners spend less time at the gas station, so there is an opportunity cost savings there. Hi Amrit, Great question. The answer is not so straight forward. MORE
President Obama Thursday as he toured an electric vehicle facility. President Obama toured the Electric Vehicle Technical Center in California prior to discussing his plan for electric vehicles and the United States‘ future with renewable energy. MORE
You want to make the eco-friendly choice, so you decide to look into a hybrid vehicle. However, there are several things to consider before investing in a hybrid in order to make the most out of your earth-friendly choice. There are different types of hybrids. MORE
Many car manufacturers have begun focusing on hybrid and fuel efficient vehicles in recent years as consumer demand has increased. While hybrids continue to lag behind traditional vehicles, their popularity is expected to grow, especially alongside gas prices. MORE
So you will understand why, one recent fine morning, we begin loading up our covered wagon—our new hybrid vehicle. | Oregon Coast to Grants Pass | It’s an American birthright, roaming toward the distant horizon. This pursuit of happiness is in our DNA. We are heading north. On a green expedition: in search of charming [.] Green pioneering on the Southern Oregon trail, part 1 is a post from: Green Traveler Guides. MORE
Toyota was recognised for their development of innovative hybrid vehicles like the Prius, as well as ongoing efforts MORE
Hybrid vehicles, ethanol, alternative-fuel research, and car-sharing programs are some of the ideas being examined or phased in at many larger institutions. The law of demand: With gasoline prices high again, universities are looking for ways to reduce their long-term reliance on the fuel. The plans will take years to execute, but officials hope to have the fuel-price problem under control within the next few years. via chronicle.com. MORE
The ambitious departure from fossil fuel reliance is expected to be achieved primarily through a focus on hybrid vehicles leading up to 2030 and then a more firm transition into purely electric vehicles by 2050. It looks like the European Union intends to make a bold pledge to ban all diesel and gas-powered cars by the year 2050. This plan is expected to be part of the EU’s Roadmap on Transport which will also aim for a cut in gas-powered cars on the road by 50% by 2030. MORE
Naperville City Councilman, Robert Fiesler explains, “At first, the depot would be used mostly to generate electricity to fuel plug-in hybrid vehicles or supplement the city’s municipal electric system.” by Michael Smith (Veshengro) What do you do with your yard waste, your garden waste, that is to say, grass and grass clippings, weeds, small branches, leaves and plant clippings? Do you compost? Do you bag it for curbside pickup? MORE
That is the case unless the energy used to charge the vehicles come from alternative energy sources. But as for now, most electric vehicles are charged essentially by burning coal, natural gas and petroleum. Alternative Energy Environment Hybrids MORE
Heather Peters, a former litigation lawyer, feels that she’s a groundbreaker, and hopes others will follow her by filing small claims lawsuits against Honda for deceptive advertising on Honda Civic Hybrid vehicles. Honda advertised on window stickers that vehicles would get 42 mpg., Heather owns a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid and chose not to sign onto a lawsuit filed and settled out of court in 2009. A software update was made to 2006-2008 Hybrid vehicles. MORE
A hybrid electric vehicle on three wheels, this ergonomic two seater can travel 10,000km on the equivalent of just 50 liters of fuel, and you can ride one yourself. Unlike any other light vehicle we’ve seen, all of the Twike’s functions are controlled with a single joystick. MORE
Most of the buzz when it comes to cars that run on alternative fuels is generated by electric and hybrid vehicles. Granted these automobiles can save you thousands of dollars on gas over the life of the car, there are engines that can run on fuel that costs next to nothing. MORE
The increase in Volt production is critical to GM competing against other plug-in electric and hybrid vehicles in the U.S. GM production facilities have started building the 2012 Chevy Volt in Detroit again. The Michigan plant hasn’t produced a Volt for a month now but are returning to it hard by producing them at triple the previous rate. By the end of June the Nissan Leaf had outsold the Chevy Volt by 3,875 to 2,745 cars. MORE
We all need to laugh at ourselves to stay sane and while there’s nothing funny about global warming and greenhouse gas emissions, there is some chortle-worthy perspective to be absorbed from drivers of hybrid vehicles. MORE
Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader with five low-emission hybrid vehicles available. Since its very first Luxury hybrid in 2005, Lexus has helped advance the concept of sustainability without sacrifice. MORE
More and more people are opting for electric or hybrid vehicles even if they have to pay a little more. It will take time before everyone owns a high fuel efficient or solely electric vehicle. Reduce carbon emissions by using a FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicle). MORE
Barack Obama’s State of the Union address saw him repeat his push for of seeing over 1 million plug-in hybrid and electric cars on the roads by 2015. Government / Industry Barack Obama biofuel Electric Car Hybrid VehicleAlong with an increased reliance on biofuels he declared that the future could be won through scientific innovation. How will we get there? He suggested an $8 billion investment in these advanced tech automobiles and battery pack research. MORE
Leonardi DiCaprio is known for environmental bent which is highlighted by his recent purchase of a $100,000 2012 Fisker Karma Hybrid Supercar. So the Karma is technically a hybrid vehicle, DiCaprio’s new ride doesn’t share much in common with a Toyora Prius. Hybrids fisker Karma Leonardo DiCaprio MORE
If you’re looking at electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles with the environment being as big a factor in the choice as saving at the pump, then Ford’s recent announcement that the Electric Focus will come with a solar charging option will be of definite interest to you. MORE
” Before opening this store and purchasing a hybrid vehicle, Singh worked as a banking executive until he realized that “none of this makes sense,” he told The National in an interview last year. MORE
If you find yourself in that predicament and you own a hybrid vehicle, it only exacerbates matters further. I drive a hybrid […]. hybrid cars hybrid autos hybrid car repair MORE
There’s a general understanding that hybrid vehicles are good for the environment. A study by a private, Washington-based non-profit, National Research Council, founded by congressional charter to proved expert advice on scientific matters, claims that hybrid vehicles could reduce vehicle emissions in [.]. reduce fossil fuels saving energy energy efficient cars hybrid car reducing CO2 emissions MORE
Companies in the United States are readily becoming proponents of hybrid vehicles. Not only are such vehicles a step-up in terms of reducing pollution, they are also assisting the companies in saving money in fuel costs. Overall, Coca-Cola would then have 327 hybrids in use. MORE
Hybrid vehicles are on the rise, and companies from Verizon to Ikea are working to make their products more environmentally friendly. Singapore provides citizens with electric vehicle charging stations and alternate fuel public transportation. MORE
Most manufacturers offer an eight-year warranty on a hybrid’s battery, which is necessary if they’re going to sell hybrid vehicles. Sales of hybrid cars are going up, beyond most automobile manufacturers’ predictions. Hybrids Permitted in Carpool lanes. Hybrid Cars. MORE
Businesses that switch to electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles could reduce their fleet fuel costs by 75%, according to a new report. MORE
Toyota, which has said it wants to sell an “affordable” hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle by 2015, has further committed to launching a zero-emission fuel-cell sedan and will likely begin selling the cars in the US next year, according to media reports. MORE
million electric and hybrid vehicles on the state’s roads by 2055. On January 27 th , the California Air Resources Board (ARB) made history by unanimously approving a comprehensive package of new emissions rules for cars and light trucks, including a mandate that promises to put 1.4 The rules also promise a 75-percent reduction in smog-producing pollutants from new cars by 2025, and a 50-percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to those that currently exist. MORE
Henrik is the man responsible for the much-anticipated luxury plug-in hybrid vehicles, the Fisker Karma and the Fisker Karma S convertible. Post from: Green Living Ideas Realizing the Dream of a Luxury Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle with [.] Realizing the Dream of a Luxury Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle with Fisker Karma. PHEVs Revving the Hybrid Future. Hybrid Cars Defined. Choosing a Hybrid Car. MORE
percent and an annual $100 fee assessed on drivers of alternative-fuel and hybrid vehicles. That means the SUV buyer pays for roads at the cash register, while the Honda Insight buyer has to chip in at the register and the Department of Motor Vehicles. MORE
In our modern-day covered wagon—our new hybrid vehicle—we have been on the trail of charming towns, fascinating locals, natural beauty and a palpable eco-conscious ethic in Southern Oregon. | Grants Pass to Ashland | Our journey continues. As we made our way up the craggy coast from the state border, then east to Grants Pass, [.] Green pioneering on the Southern Oregon trail, part 2 is a post from: Green Traveler Guides. MORE
This title is partially due to the popularity of their hybrid vehicle, the Prius. million of these hybrid vehicles have been sold worldwide, with a massive strong-hold in the country of Japan. Environment Hybrids MORE
According to Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA), the latest Renault Clio 4, dCi 90 ECO, emits 83 grams of CO2 per kilometre travelled. Ross from Sust-it said, "We were completely surprised when we started to analyse the Vehicle Certification Agency electric vehicle testing data. MORE
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration started to look into lithium-ion batteries used in electric and hybrid vehicles after a Chevy Volt caught fire in a storage facility this summer, after it went through a side-impact crash test. NHTSA is not aware of any roadway crashes that have resulted in battery-related fires in Chevy Volts or other vehicles powered by lithium-ion batteries,” an NHTSA release said. MORE
Federal authorities are considering removing any option of running in stealth mode in your electric and hybrid vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently setting a timetable on a bill passed by the Obama Administration that bans car manufacturers from producing vehicles with the option to shut off the noise makers installed in electric cars and hybrids. MORE
Toyota announced last week that it had sold the one millionth Prius hybrid in U.S. 1-selling hybrid vehicle in the U.S," said Bob Carter, Toyota vice president and general manager. Since the Prius went on sale eleven years ago, not a year has gone by when it hasn't been the No. MORE
Set to open within eight months, the program will include up to 500 electric vehicles, 200 service locations, and 1,000 charging stations. Many city dwellers don''t have cars. Ideally, they rely on their bikes, their feet, and public transit to get around. MORE
Major car rental companies, which have been offering hybrid vehicles for years, are now getting into the electric car (EV) market. Curious about electric cars? On your next vacation, give one a test drive—and instead of paying high gas prices, charge up for free. And an ever-growing number of hotels, resorts, and even B&Bs Hotels charge you (for free) is a post from: Green Traveler Guides. MORE
Toyota and Honda are waging an advertising war over hybrid vehicles. I came across some interesting green bits and bytes lately, and thought I’d list them here: So just what are “green clothes” and why are they so scratchy? A rather cool “green tech” site. The results are a bit hippy-dippy, but it’s much better than the days when SUV makers were battling over who could make the most misogynistic ad. Who has the greenest school in America ? You decide! MORE
It’s no secret that sales of hybrid cars have been on the increase. the percentage of hybrids to traditionally fueled vehicles has nearly doubled in four years, increasing from 2.8% of all vehicles in 2008 to 5.3% Transportation hybrid auto insurance MORE
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Major car rental companies, which have been offering hybrid vehicles for years, are now getting into the electric car (EV) market. Curious about electric cars? On your next vacation, give one a test drive—and instead of paying high gas prices, charge up for free. And an ever-growing number of hotels, resorts, and even B&Bs Hotels charge you (for free) is a post from: Green Traveler Guides.
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million electric and hybrid vehicles on the state’s roads by 2055. On January 27 th , the California Air Resources Board (ARB) made history by unanimously approving a comprehensive package of new emissions rules for cars and light trucks, including a mandate that promises to put 1.4 The rules also promise a 75-percent reduction in smog-producing pollutants from new cars by 2025, and a 50-percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to those that currently exist.
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Most manufacturers offer an eight-year warranty on a hybrid’s battery, which is necessary if they’re going to sell hybrid vehicles. Sales of hybrid cars are going up, beyond most automobile manufacturers’ predictions. Hybrids Permitted in Carpool lanes. Hybrid Cars.
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Toyota and Honda are waging an advertising war over hybrid vehicles. I came across some interesting green bits and bytes lately, and thought I’d list them here: So just what are “green clothes” and why are they so scratchy? A rather cool “green tech” site. The results are a bit hippy-dippy, but it’s much better than the days when SUV makers were battling over who could make the most misogynistic ad. Who has the greenest school in America ? You decide!
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