Latest Hybrid and electric car News 
Pre-orders for Nissan LEAF will commence on September 1st in the UK
Nissan International SA has confirmed that pre-orders for Nissan LEAF in the UK will commence on September 1, following Portugal and the Republic of Ireland. The ordering process is a first step in securing a place on the list to receive the Nissan LEAF and means Portuguese, Irish and British customers will be first in line to receive the car in Europe when it launches early next year. Nissan LEAF deliveries begin in Portugal in January, Ireland ... [more]
Ford to introduce two zero-emission full battery-electric vehicles
Ford's European electrification programme announced in March sees the introduction of two zero-emission full battery-electric vehicles, including the Transit Connect Electric light commercial vehicle in 2011, followed by the next generation Ford Focus Electric in 2012. A hybrid and a plug-in hybrid derivative of the all-new C-MAX, plus another hybrid-electric model will follow by 2013. As a result, Ford will deploy a versatile people carrier ... [more]
Axeon's Guide to Batteries explains car battery technology
Axeon has published a ‘Guide to Batteries’ to help industry stakeholders understand current battery technology and how it relates to the automotive sector. Given the growth in automotive battery applications, Axeon is committed to providing clear knowledge and information on battery technology to promote greater understanding of how batteries can revolutionise the automotive industry. The guide available to download from the Axeon website i... [more]
Peugeot 508 to be launched in 2011
Combining both a stylish and strong design with cutting-edge technology; quality, purity and efficiency have been the watchwords that have guided the Peugeot designers and engineers during the creation of the 508. The stylish exterior design is elegant and timeless and full of ‘French chic’. The interior of the car combines hi-tech with the use of high quality materials and every detail has been chosen to offer indisputable perceived quality,... [more]
Plug-In Car Grant will go ahead from January 2011
Transport secretary, Philip Hammond, has confirmed that the ‘Plug-In Car Grant’, designed to stimulate demand for low carbon vehicles, will go ahead from January 2011. Speaking at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) offices, Mr Hammond confirmed that from next year, motorists will be entitled to a ‘Plug-In Car Grant’ of up to £5,000 when buying an electric, plug-in hybrid or hydrogen fuel cell car, providing it meets safet... [more]
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Hybrid and electric car in the news
Shaky Economy Drives Down Hybrid Car Sales
Sales of Toyota Prius and other hybrid models fell in August.
Who's got their electric car act together?
Automakers are operating in terra incognita as they prepare for the biggest change in the way cars are powered in a century. As they begin to add battery-powered cars to their lineups, they will have to solve some fundamental problems about how the cars are built and sold.
Electric Buzz
- Ah hah! The much talked-about Jazz Hybrid is finally out...
Electric cars will have fewer gadgets -- here's why
Texting while driving: Just the beginning of the distractions. (Flickr/Jason Weaver)
Infiniti's first hybrid to debut in Los Angeles
Infiniti announces that its 2012 M35 Hybrid will debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show.
How come car batteries don't last like they used to?
Blame iPods, GPS, laptops and battery technology that isn't keeping up with the high-tech times.
Honda CR-Z hybrid misses the mark
Honda was once an extremely ingenious automaker, but each of its recent hybrid cars is less impressive than the one that came before.
The Lexus CT 200h With Driving Moods Technology
Lexus takes its full hybrid drive technology to a new level in the Lexus CT 200h, the model that marks its debut in the small luxury car market.
Toyota's Auris: another horrible hybrid?
Men and hybrids just don't mix, says CHARLEEN CLARKE, much like men and walk-in cupboards, pedicures or fidelity (ask Tiger). So opinions about Toyota's Auris hybrid are sharply divided.
More Hybrid Cars Added To Police Dept. Fleet
The New York Police Department has deployed the first 30 of 102 Ford Fusion Hybrid alternative fuel vehicles for use as marked patrol cars. The Ford Fusions will be used on patrol in all five boroughs. read more
