Sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) will total more than 1.8 million in the largest 102 U.S. cities between now and 2020, according to a new Pike Research report. The report, entitled “Electric Vehicle Geographic Forecasts,” acknowledges that sales of PEVs have fallen short of projections to date. However, interest in these vehicles is growing, … Continue reading Interest in Plug-In Electric Vehicles Growing in Metro Areas
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Lithium Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles Will Reach $22 Billion in Annual Market Value by 2020
In recent years, the lithium ion (Li-ion) battery industry has taken a number of steps forward. The technology continues to improve, leading battery cell manufacturers have built new factories that incorporate advanced production techniques, and automakers have greatly increased their research and development (R&D) efforts on plug-in electric vehicles (EVs). According to a new report … Continue reading Lithium Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles Will Reach $22 Billion in Annual Market Value by 2020
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US will buy 1.8 million electric vehicles by 2020
More Than 1.8 Million Plug-In Electric Vehicles Will Be Sold in the Largest 102 U.S. Cities From 2012 to 2020, Forecasts Pike Research. While sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have fallen short of projections to date, interest in these vehicles is growing, particularly in large metropolitan areas. Cities like New York City, Los Angeles, … Continue reading US will buy 1.8 million electric vehicles by 2020
Continue readingEuropean Collaboration to Prepare European Electricity Networks for Influx of Electric Vehicles
A European consortium, consisting of DNV KEMA, Fraunhofer ISE, EMD International, RAH and RFVV, has begun an EU funded project to develop modeling and simulation tools for optimally integrating electrical vehicles (EVs) into electricity networks. The project, Novel E-Mobility Grid Model (NEMO), plays a key role in the further development of electric mobility in Europe … Continue reading European Collaboration to Prepare European Electricity Networks for Influx of Electric Vehicles
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Electric vehicles take center stage at Detroit auto show
Auto makers are doing more than imagining, and the technology is widely displayed at this year’s North American International Auto Show, which opened to the public Saturday and runs through Jan. 27. At Ford, Honda, Toyota, Chevrolet and others’ displays this year, people can see how the technology works, including trying out pumps that look … Continue reading Electric vehicles take center stage at Detroit auto show
Continue reading56,000 electric vehicles sold in 2012 in the United States
Nearly 56,000 electric cars were sold in the United States in 2012, up 216 percent from the 17,600 sold in 2011. That’s according to a research note released Wednesday by Aaron Chew at the Maxim Group, who looked at total EV sales for both battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. Though the … Continue reading 56,000 electric vehicles sold in 2012 in the United States
Continue readingQuebecers are among the most likely to consider buying an electric vehicle
According to a recent cross-Canada survey conducted by Harris/Decima for the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), 42% of Quebecers say they are likely to buy or ready to consider buying an all-electric vehicle for their next purchase. This makes them among the most likely consumers in Canada to get this type of vehicle, just behind British … Continue reading Quebecers are among the most likely to consider buying an electric vehicle
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Electrovaya receives Purchase Order for Lithium Ion SuperPolymer® batteries from DongFeng Motors
Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) today announced that it has received an initial contract to produce prototypes to deliver complete electric vehicle battery systems for DongFeng Motors’ two electric vehicle platforms. DongFeng Motors (DFM) plans to commercially launch these two electric vehicles by late 2013. The Electrovaya 18kWh Lithium Ion SuperPolymer® battery consists of its proprietary high … Continue reading Electrovaya receives Purchase Order for Lithium Ion SuperPolymer® batteries from DongFeng Motors
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Johnson Controls develops 48-volt lithium ion battery for electric vehicles
Johnson Controls Inc. is developing a 48-volt lithium ion battery for European automakers. The higher voltage is needed to handle a growing number of electrical systems that save fuel but need more volts, such as stop-start, electric power steering, regenerative brakes and other energy-efficient electrical systems. Alex Molinaroli, president of JCI’s battery division, says an … Continue reading Johnson Controls develops 48-volt lithium ion battery for electric vehicles
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BYD delivers 500 e6 pure electric vehicles to Shenzhen Public Security Bureau
BYD Co. Ltd. says the Shenzhen Municipal Public Security Bureau has taken delivery of 500 of BYD’s e6 electric vehicles. The BYD e6 reaches speeds of over 85 mph with a range of more than 185 miles. After being selected through a public bidding process, BYD has delivered 500 pure-electric, e6 police vehicles to the … Continue reading BYD delivers 500 e6 pure electric vehicles to Shenzhen Public Security Bureau
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Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure
Pike Research Senior Research Analyst Dave Hurst will participate in the following discussion: Overview and Forecast for the EV Battery Market and What it Means for EV Sales at 8:45 am on Wednesday. To schedule a meeting at this event, Please Contact Us. The Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure Summit is the second major event of … Continue reading Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure
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Worldwide Electric Vehicle Sales to Reach 3.8 Million Annually by 2020
Since the launch of the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt, in late 2010, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have become more widely available in Asia Pacific, North America, and Western Europe. Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), which first appeared a decade earlier, are now selling steadily in those regions as well. According to a new report from … Continue reading Worldwide Electric Vehicle Sales to Reach 3.8 Million Annually by 2020
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Nissan to start manufacturing Leaf electric car at U.S. plant
The assembly start in Smyrna follows the opening of an adjacent battery plant. Nissan said it is the only automaker to make its own electric vehicle batteries, at the largest lithium-ion automotive battery plant in the US. It has plans to start similar battery and EV making at its plant in Sunderland, north east England, … Continue reading Nissan to start manufacturing Leaf electric car at U.S. plant
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DOD Electric Vehicles Will Supply Power to Local Grids
As the military continues to move away from dependence on fossil fuels, the Defense Department plans to spend $20 million on a fleet of electric vehicles unique in their ability to export their own power and offset their cost. Camron Gorguinpour, special assistant to the assistant secretary of the Air Force for installations, environment and … Continue reading DOD Electric Vehicles Will Supply Power to Local Grids
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Nissan and BMW Spearheading Wireless EV Charging Technology
Even though recent years have seen an increase in the numbers of electric vehicles as well as charging stations, these are still not the most popular choice as people harbor fears of getting stranded far away from home if they run out of electrical power. This has paved way for car makers such as Nissan … Continue reading Nissan and BMW Spearheading Wireless EV Charging Technology
Continue readingNissan Leaf gets battery warranty boost
Almost 18,000 Leaf owners complained of battery capacity loss and poor performance in their vehicle’s lithium-ion battery. Therefore Nissan decided to replace those batteries and also extend the warranty coverage. With this action, Nissan becomes the first and only manufacturer in the automotive industry to provide limited warranty coverage for battery capacity loss for electric … Continue reading Nissan Leaf gets battery warranty boost
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Electric Vehicle Encyclopedia
Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Electric Vehicle Encyclopedia http://www.reportlinker.com/p0944830/Electric-Vehicle-Encyclopedia.html#utm_source=NEWS.GNOM.ES&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Clean_Vehicle IDTechEx has prepared the world’s first encyclopedia on the present and future of electric vehicles and their components. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you can now obtain clarity about all those acronyms and the … Continue reading Electric Vehicle Encyclopedia
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Huge Surge Of Sales For Electric Vehicles In 2012
In 2011, Americans bought 9,754 electric cars and 7,671 plug-in hybrids, according to Edmunds. This year, sales of electrics reached 10,407 by the end of November, while plug-in hybrids hit 31,042. And those figures don’t count the new Tesla Motors Model S, which hit the market in June. Palo Alto’s Tesla, which reports sales figures … Continue reading Huge Surge Of Sales For Electric Vehicles In 2012
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ABB fast chargers power award winning electric buses
Award winning electric buses are using ABB fast chargers to double their range and slash the cost of recharging. The Optare Versa EV midibuses recently won the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Award for Automotive Innovation 2012. ABB worked closely with Optare to ensure the Versa EV was compatible with ABB Terra … Continue reading ABB fast chargers power award winning electric buses
Continue readingBritish Companies Could Save an Average £350,000 by Switching 10% of their Fleet to Electric Vehicles
Companies could cut the running costs of their fleets* by an average of £350,000 and reduce CO2emissions by more than 5% (830 tonnes) each year by replacing just 10% of their current vehicles with electric models. The potential savings were identified in a British Gas study, conducted by TRL, the UK’s Transport Research Laboratory. The … Continue reading British Companies Could Save an Average £350,000 by Switching 10% of their Fleet to Electric Vehicles
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