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Toyota reinforces its position as an environmental technology leader
Toyota is using the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show to reinforce its position as an environmental technology leader with three concept cars, one near future, one mid term and one way out there. Near Future… Based on the Toyota iQ, the FT-EV III (Future Toyota – Electric Vehicle III) is a 4-seater electric vehicle concept suitable for short-distance trips. Toyota is developing EV technology with the aim of launching a vehicle suitable for short-dist... [more]
SEAT unveils its first all-electric car
SEAT is working on its first electric car designed, developed and manufactured in Spain. The firm is unveiling the prototype Altea XL Electric Ecomotive, a totally electrically-driven zero-emissions car, as well as the prototype Leon TwinDrive Ecomotive, a plug-in hybrid. Over the next few months the Spanish car maker will make available units of both models to government institutions in Catalonia and Madrid for use in their vehicle fleets. Th... [more]
FER To Forge Links With Other Automotive Remanufacturers
The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers hopes to attract many more remanufacturers to join its ranks and help raise the profile of "green" automotive remanufacturing. For example, diesel pump, turbocharger and fuel injection systems remanufacturers will be among a wide range of specialists that should benefit from the recruitment campaign. The campaign will highlight the benefits of a united voice and emphasise the opportunities and comm... [more]
BRITISH TRAVEL AWARDS 2011 GO GREEN FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH CARBON NEUTRAL INVESTMENTS
Last week, Battersea Evolution in Battersea Park saw the glittering 2011 British Travel Awards take place, and for the first time, the entire event could boast 100% carbon neutrality thanks to a new partnership with CNI. The British Travel Awards celebrates the work of the UK’s best travel companies, with over 700,000 industry votes cast in deciding 2011’s winners. This year’s major winners were Thomson – collecting no fewer than 18 awards – ... [more]
ELEKTROMOTIVE WELCOMES ELECTRIC CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE EXPANSION
"Pay As You Go" EV charging schemes will be key to consumer buy-in Elektromotive, the Brighton-based electric vehicle (EV) recharging point manufacturer, has welcomed the announcement that a privately funded EV network is to be rolled out across the UK over the next 12 months. Chargemaster’s introduction of the POLAR recharging network plans to bring over 4,000 charging points to British towns and cities throughout 2012, and Elektromotive b... [more]
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Detroit unsure over the future of green cars
The US auto industry remains unsold over the future of "green cars" such as electrics and hybrids, as carmakers struggle with the first steps in a market most agree shows promise over the long term.
COLUMN: Going ‘green’ can make you see red
NANAIMO – I guess there’s ‘green’ in terms of the environment and there’s ‘green’ in terms of saving cash.
New California air-quality rules would dramatically increase green cars on the road
The California Air Resources Board is meeting in Los Angeles today to consider new rules that would more than triple the number of green cars on the road.
Ford Travels Green Path with Electric Cars
Reducing automobile emissions is a major goal of environmentalists, and we are living at the leading edge of what looks like a significant shift away from gas-guzzling vehicles of the past toward cars that run cleaner and run farther on less fuel.
Don't Believe the Electric Car Hype
The technology shows (some) promise. But despite all the hype, the car of the future probably isn't electric.
Soffe Finds the Green in “Going Green”
The M.J. Soffe Company, a leading manufacturer of active apparel for teens and young adults, has embarked on an aggressive energy efficiency project at its Fayetteville, NC headqua
California Clean Cars Deal Criticized as Hurting Green Sales
Critics say a provision of the Advanced Clean Cars Program could allow automakers to sell fewer environmentally desirable cars in California in coming years.
Why Energy Efficiency Isn't All It's Cracked Up to Be
If you use more as you pay less, the planet keeps getting hotter
Green Moves: Medellin Cable Cars, San Francisco Parking Reform
Two cities renowned for hilly terrain and cable cars share in international prize for sustainable transport.
Images: 8 AMAZING green cars
At the 42nd annual Tokyo Motor Show, leading auto companies unveiled some beautiful eco-friendly cars. These cars are said to justice not just to the environment, but are also a treat to drive.
