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EU is helping to fund the new project, named Sartre (Safe Road Trains for the Environment).The aim with the project is to develop and test technology for vehicles that can drive themselves in long road trains on motorways. The technology use existing ADAS sensor and systems to allow vehicles to follow a lead vehicle autonomously. Energy savings are calculated around 20%.
There is a growth in the use of LPG. LPG - Liquefied petroleum gas, also referred to as auto gas. LPG is a mixture of hydrocarbon gases. There are no specification for LPG so propane and butane are mixed in different ratios in different countries. There are varieties of LPG bought and sold include mixes that are primarily being propane.
Funded in part by the EU and ENIAC (the European Nanoelectronics Initiative Advisory Council). Its objective is the development of nanoelectronics technologies, specifically for electrical and hybrid vehicles.
ZAP is a distributor of electric vehicles in the United States and has established a network of licensed automobile dealers throughout the United States. Plans for European distribution are underway as well. ZAP stands for Zero Air Pollution
In January 2009, ZAP unveiled a high performance three-wheeled electric roadster called the Alias which is planned for deliveries in late 2010. With a list Price of $35 000. Read more »
What makes Fumo E1 different from most other cars is that it is possible to add different gears and tools. German Multicar is a manufacturer of small motorized vehicles with a marketing target to solve the needs of street and park administrations. Fumo E1 is designed for municipal administrations and garden and landscape contractors working in inner cities or recreation centres. Read more »
"This will be the first time ever that a golf vehicle of this kind has been assembled by a high-end automotive factory."
A new and exclusive concept for high-end leisure vehicles has emerged from the Denmark. Garia Golf Car has arrived - a unique leisure vehicle designed for moving around outdoor area. This eye-catching new electric vehicle. Read more »
Valmet Automotive to manufacture electric cars
This year, Valmet Automotive will start the manufacturing of two electric vehicles in Uusikaupunki, Finland. The first electric Garia golf cars have already been delivered to the Danish Garia A/S, and the first plug-in Fisker Karma hybrid cars recharged from the grid will be delivered to the American Fisker Automotive towards the end of the year. Read more »
Coda producing zero-emission. Headquarting in Southern California.
The company maintain complete control of the brand, design, and intellectual property, while finding solutions to help reduce the cost of manufacturing.
Coda Automotive teamed with American partners to develop an American designed and manufactured electric drivetrain as well as battery system electronics to serve as the foundation for the Coda car. Read more »
Solar powered car, 'Tokai Challenger' from Japan's Tokai University won the ninth edition of the World Solar Challenge 2009 (Global Green Challenge) in one of the world´s largest solar car races from Darwin to Adelaide (3021 km) with only one goal: crossing Australia as fast as possible without using any other type of energy than solar.
About the winning car Tokai ChallengerRead more »
