A new EV driving route could connect lighthouses and other Lake Michigan attractions Photo: NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory via CC BY-SA 2.0 Michigan’s government is putting together plans for an EV-friendly driving route along the shore of Lake Michigan — a move that could boost the state’s auto and tourism industries and benefit…
Photo: Toyota Since 1996, Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia has made nearly 20 million powertrains — averaging at a little over 92 powertrains per minute. In tandem with the anniversary celebrations, the Toyota USA Foundation is awarding a $189,000 grant to the West Virginia University Institute of Technology to support after-school computer science in middle…
The latest statistics from Germany indicate that home batteries are a growing trend with consumers. One out of every two orders for rooftop solar panels sells as part of a battery storage system, per Yale Environment 360’s Paul Hockenos. And more than 120,000 German households and small-business owners are investing in solar units with battery…
The Ray’s EV Charging Lanes illustration Photo: The Ray Eighteen miles of West Georgia’s I-85 Highway, known as The Ray, is more than just a stretch of highway. It’s an example of clean energy revolutionizing the way we drive by implementing green technologies including a solar-paved roadway, solar-powered charging station, and roll-over tire pressure monitor….
Photo: Toyota Toyota is setting up a dedicated line at its plant in Georgetown, Kentucky, to assemble fuel cell modules. Companies will be able to use these module stop power zero-emission big rigs and other heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Alternative Fuel: Discover Toyota’s eco-friendly cars According to the automaker, the modules are “designed to fit in…
Photo: Nissan Normally, when we talk about automobile aerodynamics, we’re focusing on sports cars. But the new 2022 Nissan Ariya EV is about more than athletic performance — its aerodynamic design helps boost its eco-friendly efficiency. Thanks to its sleek profile, the Ariya has achieved a drag coefficient of 0.297, making it the most aerodynamic…
Mitsubishi has announced it will be calling it quits on the production of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at the end of its current generation. The decision is part of a strategic move for the automaker to focus on the utility vehicles and electric cars that fuel Mitsubishi’s profits. “Mitsubishi Motors does not have any plans…
Nissan’s sustainable mobility efforts center in Rome and its partnership with the “DinamoBike – enjoy your power” project. Nissan continues to propel sustainable mobility forward. This time, its efforts center in Rome and its partnership with the “DinamoBike—enjoy your power” project. The project is designed to harness the “kinetic energy produced by the rotary movement of pedals into…
Simultaneously retro and modern, the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz concept will be making its commercial debut in the US, China, and Europe just five years from now (2022). According to Volkswagen, the all electric I.D. Buzz concept is set to satisfy the demands of consumers eager for a chance to drive the VW bus (perhaps again)…
Jason Luo Just five months removed from taking the position of Ford China CEO and Chairman, Jason Luo announced his resignation from the company this week citing “personal reasons.” Luo joined up with Ford this past September after leaving his role as president and CEO of Key Safety Systems following 10 years of service. “Jason…
Guess you’ll just have to settle for a killer Bronco SUV for the time being, huh? Photo: Ford Disappointment is unfortunately in great abundance these days. Though it’s not as depressing as having to strongly urge your family not to take horse dewormer, the news that Ford isn’t making a Bronco truck is pretty dang…
Ford looks to recreate a little history with the Mustang Mach-E and Ocean to Ocean Reimagined Photo: Ford With its Ocean to Ocean Reimagined cross-country tour, Ford is putting the Mustang Mach-E to the test to show off its long-distance driving capabilities. Over the course of 50 days, a pair of Ford’s all-electric SUVs will…
As could be reasonably expected with the eventual launch of production for the all-new 2016 Chevrolet Volt, GM plans to axe production on the previous-generation Volt. With the new Volt expected to arrive by the fall, the end of the road for the 2015 Volt is very nigh. According to Edmunds, GM will suspend production…
Everyone who’s seen The Fast and the Furious remembers Brian O’Connor’s little green Eclipse that he drives in most of the movie. What was it about the Eclipse that made it the quintessential tuner car of the 90s? Find out about each its four generations below. First Generation First Generation Mitsubishi Eclipse Photo: Spanish Coches…
The Ford Research & Engineering Center in Dearborn, Michigan, is receiving a new 2,159-panel solar array. Capable of generating 1,127 megawatt hours of energy, the rooftop array is the latest development stemming from a partnership between Ford and DTE Energy. Ford’s Sustainable Path Ford: All-new F-150 adds mighty, efficient PowerBoost hybrid V6 Ford and DTE…
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