Coverage tagged Electric vehicles.
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A Congressional Budget Office analysis presented in June 2013 found that even with federal tax credits, electric and hybrid vehicles remain more expensive to own than comparable petrol models.
Toyota was granted 1,491 US patents in 2012, outpacing all other car manufacturers as it ramped up research into safety, environmental and technology advances.
National Electric Vehicle Sweden moves closer to reviving Saab car production in Trollhättan, Sweden, with plans to recruit 27 assembly workers ahead of a targeted restart.
US-based Miles Electric Vehicles, known for its low-speed electric fleet vehicles, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on 11 June 2013 after struggling with liabilities far exceeding its assets.
A123 Systems has secured final court approval for its bankruptcy reorganisation, clearing the way for Wanxiang’s acquisition and creditor repayments after months of uncertainty.
Pop star Justin Bieber is reportedly looking at investing in Fisker Automotive as the company faces mounting financial difficulties and uncertainty over its future models.
A Tesla Model S smashed through the front of a California restaurant in May 2013 when the driver reportedly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake.
Fisker Automotive told US lawmakers it may seek bankruptcy protection after failing to secure new investment, halting production and cutting most of its workforce.
The Viwa Concept, presented by Dongfeng Nissan at the 2013 Shanghai Motor Show, previews the Venucia brand’s approach to accessible electric mobility for the Chinese market.
Electric and hybrid vehicles took centre stage at the 15th Shanghai International Auto Show, with foreign brands outnumbering local entries in the new energy segment for the first time.
Fisker Automotive’s decision to lay off 75% of its workforce in April 2013 reignited scrutiny of US government clean-energy loans following high-profile setbacks.
Mitsubishi has asked 4,000 owners of its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to stop charging their cars while it investigates two battery overheating incidents linked to its supplier.
French grid operators warn that unmanaged electric vehicle charging could stretch the country’s electricity network, especially during winter peaks already driven by electric heating.
Geely has decided not to pursue a majority stake in Fisker Automotive, citing US government loan conditions tied to the Delaware plant as a key obstacle.
Mitsubishi presented the all-electric CA-MiEV and hybrid GR-HEV concept vehicles at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, previewing future directions for its electric and pickup ranges.
Spanish engineering firm Applus+Idiada has released a first teaser of the Volar-E, an 800hp electric supercar developed with Rimac and set to debut at Circuit de Catalunya.
Mitsubishi has issued a worldwide recall of i-MiEV and MINICAB-MiEV electric vehicles, citing a brake booster pump issue affecting nearly 15,000 units.
Tesla’s Fremont, California facility is running at its current production limit, with Model S orders filling the 20,000-unit annual capacity and wait times stretching up to six months.
The 2013 Nissan Leaf, revealed at the Detroit Auto Show, features a new 6.6kW charger that cuts home charging time to around four hours.
Cadillac has released a last set of teaser images for the 2014 ELR plug-in hybrid coupe, confirming its public launch at the 2013 Detroit Motor Show.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk told reporters in Detroit that the company expects to post its first quarterly profit by the end of 2013, following strong Model S production.
Domino’s Pizza in Swindon has ordered two Renault Twizy electric vehicles, aiming to cut running costs and attract attention with the compact EVs on local deliveries.
National Electric Vehicle Sweden has agreed a 2 billion SEK investment with Qingdao, giving the city a 22% stake and a role in future Chinese EV production.
NHTSA's 2013 proposal would require electric and hybrid vehicles in the US to emit audible sounds at low speeds, aiming to protect pedestrians and cyclists.