18
Apr
Electric cars too expensive? Try renting the battery pack instead of buying it
European electric car buyers have been getting lease options, and so will Americans who go for the new version of the Smart Electric Drive.
18
Apr
Electric cars too expensive? Try renting the battery pack instead of buying it
European electric car buyers have been getting lease options, and so will Americans who go for the new version of the Smart Electric Drive.
01
Apr
The tough road ahead in resolving misconceptions about electric cars
Sales of electric plug-in cars may be increasing, but most of the public still has unfounded doubts about the vehicles.
01
Dec
At L.A. Auto Show, Chevy and Fiat roll out EVs aimed at California
The plug-in Chevy Spark and Fiat 500e are designed to meet California zero-emission laws. And if you buy one, well, that’s OK, too.
21
Nov
Average EV driver is a well-educated and affluent white male
New study examines electric vehicle driver demographics.
10
Sep
Electric trucks help recharge the Bronx
Smith Electric Vehicles is bringing zero-emission electric trucks to the heart of New York City, and will be making them there, too. Satisfied customers include Duane Reade, Pepsi and Frito-Lay.
08
Sep
Pope gets new electric car to drive around the Vatican
The Kangoo Maxi Z.E. model bearing the pontifical crest of arms on its side may also be used to shuttle the pope between churches outside the Vatican.
30
Aug
Charging an electric car at home
Electric cars can be charged with a 3-pronged outlet or a charging dock. The primary differences are charging time and cost.
14
Aug
More clean cars equals more jobs
Everybody’s worried about the high unemployment rate, and they should be. But fuel-efficient cars, hybrids and electrics are putting Americans to work big time.
10
Jul
Wanted: A sexy electric car
Image rules! If battery vehicles get tagged as expensive, slow or the opposite of fun, we’re in trouble. It’s time for a makeover in the form of a charismatic plug-in hot rod. The Tesla Model S will do.
09
Jul
Caught on tape! Gas cars parking in electric vehicle spots
EV charging spots are conveniently located near the entrance, but gas cars sometimes hog them. What can be done about that?
