Tag Archives: Electric Vehicles

Auto Tech: Ford Eco Tour

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Michael Bettencourt


Ford’s electrified powertrains, recycling, renewable seat materials and factories count towards a full menu of sustainability measures. Continue reading →

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State of Charge: Tesla changes everything, as usual

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Michael Bettencourt


Tesla goes its own way, as usual, while Nissan invests in fast chargers in province of Quebec. Continue reading →

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State of Charge: Canadian EV dealers receive low marks overall at EV conference

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Michael Bettencourt


Ontario secret shopper study scientifically confirms widespread dealer reluctance to sell EVs. Continue reading →

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First Drive: 2014 BMW i3

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Lesley Wimbush

Contributor Lesley Wimbush tests the advanced 2014 BMW i3 in the forward-thinking Amsterdam, where its alternative energy is a good fit, but will it work here in the wide, open spaces and suburban sprawl of North America?

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Test Drive: 2013 Ford Fusion Energi PHEV

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Simon Hill

As a car it works just fine, and as an environmental statement it’s hard to argue, but does Ford’s plug-in hybrid family sedan make economic sense?

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Preview: 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Mike

The new Spark EV (electric vehicle) will go on sale here next year, but only to fleet customers as GM evaluates consumer demand.

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Test Drive: 2012 Chevrolet Volt

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Mike

Mike’s second impression of the Volt is just as positive as his first.

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smart fortwo electric Pricing Announced

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Mike

smart Canada today released pricing for the next generation e-product portfolio

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Lithium-ion batteries will still cost too much in 2020

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Mike

Early demand for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles has fallen short of optimistic projections, as vehicles like the Chevy Volt have missed sales targets.

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FedEx and Smith want to deliver your package emission free

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Mike

KANSAS CITY, Mo.-Smith Electric Vehicles Corp. (Smith) today unveiled the Newton Step Van, an all-electric, zero-emission vehicle built on the versatile Newton platform that features a walk-in body produced by Indiana-based Utilimaster. Smith announced the launch of the Newton Step … Continue reading →

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