Lest we forget that the Chevrolet Cruze and the Nissan Leaf are not the only electric cars coming into the market. The Fisker Karma, which is much like the Chevrolet Cruze technology-wise, will also hit the market pretty soon. It’s a very sexy-looking car, and Fisker has released a new video that does this image [Read More]
Toyota and, to a lesser extent, Honda were pioneers for being the first to introduce full-hybrid vehicles — the Prius and Insight, respectively — to the mainstream market. However, despite their popularity, both hybrids have taken a backseat to the new shakers in the industry, the Chevrolet Volt and the Nissan Leaf. The Leaf is [Read More]
Porsche has approved the production of the 918 Spyder concept, which debuted at this year’s Geneva Motor Show with a plug-in hybrid powertrain that provides 78 miles per gallon. The concept is powered by a 500-horsepower V8 and a pair of electric motors producing 109hp. Its lithium ion battery can provide 16 miles of emissions-free [Read More]
General Motors has finally announced the pricing details on the anticipated Chevrolet Volt, its electric-vehicle with extended-range capability. The Volt will be initially available in a few states, including California, New York, Michigan, Connecticut, Texas, New Jersey and the Washington D.C. area. Prices will start at $41,000; however, with a full federal income tax credit [Read More]
General Motors has announced that it will provide a 8-year/100,000 mile warranty on its lithium-ion battery that powers the 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric-vehicle. The warranty will cover all 161 battery components, 95 percent of which are designed and engineered by GM, in addition to the thermal management system, charging system and electric drive components. [Read More]
