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IRVINE, Calif., May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: QTWW ), a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it has signed a supply agreement with Remy International Inc. for its high performance electric traction motors for the Quantum's Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) F-150, that is based on America's best-selling pickup truck, the Ford F-150. "We are pleased to secure Remy...
LONDON, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - Everyone has a role to play in encouraging the further adoption of electric vehicles throughout the UK according to industry experts Office of Low Emissions Vehicles, Transport for London, PwC and Hertz - Continued collaboration efforts should focus on education, financial incentives, creating opportunities to trial and commitment to infrastructure development in order to drive...
PENDLETON, Ind., May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Remy International, Inc. (OTC-PINK: RMYI), a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of starters, alternators, and hybrid/electric motors and generators, announced today the signing of an agreement to supply its HVH250 motors to Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc. Quantum will use the motors in its Ford F-150 PHEV program to convert the gasoline powered light-duty pickup trucks to plug-in hybrid operation....
LONDON, May 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) has announced that Hertz On Demand, the global car sharing club, and IBM are together piloting a program in Germany to advance electric vehicle (EV) mobility and user adoption through intelligent recharging solutions. In a special agreement, Hertz On Demand in Germany will supply electric vehicles to the car share fleet used by IBM employees to drive between Stuttgart Airport and the company's campus in...
AAA provides tips for those looking to be more eco-friendly with their driving habits and next vehicle purchase ORLANDO, Fla., May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Hoping to decrease your carbon footprint and live a greener life? What and how you drive is a large part of your daily carbon footprint. Electric engines, several hybrid options and even traditional internal combustion engines have become more efficient and emit fewer greenhouse gasses. Even if you're not in the...
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CODA Holdings, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles and advanced battery systems purpose-built for transportation and energy storage applications, today announced that it has received the Innovation Award from the Los Angeles chapter of the Association of Corporate Growth (ACG). Members of the CODA executive management team accepted the award at the ACG Los Angeles Annual Awards Ceremony, held May 1 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall....
LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CODA Holdings, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles and advanced battery systems, today announced it has signed a contract with Great Wall Motors Company to co-develop the first all-electric vehicle for worldwide development and distribution. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120119/LA38885LOGO ) Designed for the North American, Chinese, and European markets, this co-developed EV is intended to be the most...
DETROIT, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Protean Electric, the global leader in electric in-wheel motors, will showcase its award-winning Protean Drive(TM) system in a BRABUS Hybrid at the SAE 2012 World Congress April 24-26 at Cobo Center. The event will mark the BRABUS Hybrid's premier North American appearance. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110901/DE61048LOGO ) In addition, Protean will host a press conference at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Booth#801. Protean Electric Chairman...
ARMONK, N.Y., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced that it has teamed with American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) on a new pilot project that will allow communication between electric vehicles (EVs) and the power grid. This project will demonstrate and test an electric vehicle's ability to receive and respond to charge instructions based on the grid condition and the vehicle's battery state. With visibility into...
EVSE Installation Expert and All-Electric Car Company Join Forces to Provide a Comprehensive Approach for EV Adoption Waco, TX (PRWEB) April 05, 2012 Mr. Electric, a world-class electric service and repair company, today was selected by CODA Automotive, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles, as its preferred provider of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation services. With nearly 20 years of experience and established service networks in the United States and Canada,...
