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States Consider New Fees for Driving Electric CarsState governments are considering fees for drivers of electric cars as a way to replace gasoline taxes to fund road construction and repair- Honda Fit Plug-in Electric Car Hits the StreetsThe new Honda Fit plug-in electric vehicle has hit the market, just as big questions about the sustainability of eco-friendly electric car sales are being asked
Can Electric Cars Be Saved in 2012?A year that started with much hype and promise ended with disappointing sales and a massive recall. Have plug-in electric vehicles already failed?
Will Buying an Electric Car Save You Money?Electric cars are in style now. They are great for the environment, but what about your wallet?- Going the Wrong Way on Electric Car HighwayThe electric cars with the greatest "real car" range have become celebrity niche rides. If the U.S. government truly wants energy independence, it should build CNG stations.
- The Many Pros and Few Cons of Driving an Electric CarOnce you've converted your gas-guzzler to electric power, you'll amaze on-lookers and save tons of money!
- Benefits of an Electric CarThese are the pros and cons of owning an electric car from my personal experience. Overall I had a positive experience from owning one. There are disadvantages as well and buying one really depends on the person.
- Learn to Love (or at Least Not Fear) Electric CarsElectric cars are here to stay and despite the melodrama surrounding the NHTSA report of the Volt, are very safe. Electricity has been powering everything else in our lived for decades and yet is demonized in cars and the Volt has become the scapegoat.
- Best Electric Cars for Kids 2011-2012Kids are always excited by seeing toy vehicles that are scaled to their size. When they can actually sit in them and control them, its a dream come true. Kid size ride-in cars have come a long way...
- Quick Charging Electric CarsNew technology will make it possible to charge your electric vehicle in 10 minutes.
A Universal Electric Car Charging Station: Creating the EV StandardCharging an EV is not like gassing up your current car. There aren't charging stations on every corner. If you're lucky enough to find a station, you may discover that it does not have the correct charger for your vehicle. Now, that's all about to change.
Auto Manufacturers Agree on Standardized Electric Vehicle Fast ChargingSeven American and German auto manufacturers agree on one, single, standardized approach to fast-charging electric cars. This eliminates one more obstacle in making electric cars more accessible.- Ashton Kutcher's Electric CarTwo and Half Men producers featured the world's first plug-in hybrid electric luxury car in the season's second episode.
Growing the Electric Vehicle SolutionElectric cars have the potential to revolutionize the way we travel, but there are some hurdles to overcome before the technology can become the norm. A few companies are making strides in conquering these hurdles.- Advantages of the Electric CarWhen you are looking for an alternative to a vehicle that will pollute the atmosphere, the first alternative you will think of is an electric vehicle. It has financial incentives, too!
Electric Car EV Range Extender Engine TechnologyThere is a certain romance to the idea of electric cars. You see them often in sci-fi futuristic movies as complete electric cars, but today's EV's still need a little help from Range Extenders. One unique design may prove to be revolutionary.
Hybrid and Electric Car Battery WarsHybrid and electric cars use different types of batteries. Here's a rundown of the major battery types, the strengths and weaknesses of each, environmental impacts and some examples of each in use today. What will the green car battery future hold?
The Ambivalent Progress of Electric Car TechnologyWith all the attention paid to it and advances in recent years, we are still quite a long way away from a competitively priced fully electric car for the daily use of medium and long distance commuters. The industry is ambivalent.
Newest Developments in the Automotive Industry's Electric Car AmbitionsA look at the electric cars that will open the door to the future.
Can Pickens Plan and Electric Car Save Us from the Oil Crisis?Electricity provides the ultimate energy security by converting any available source of energy to deliver the power. Being the most vulnerable yet most critical sector in the nation, transportation sector's switch to electrical power is game changing.
Electric Cars Going SolarThe electric car charging dilemma is getting an increasingly viable solution from eco-friendly solar power.- Are Consumers Pulling the Plug on Electric Cars?Despite the buzz, electric cars are not turning on consumers, who are instead opting for cheaper gas-powered models.
- Electric Cars Are Powered by CoalElectric car drivers may be saving money on gasoline, but the cost to the environment may be far more expensive because coal is used to produce nearly 50 percent of America's electricity.
- Long Term Costs of Owning an Electric Car (EV)Wondering how much owning an electric car is going to cost you over time? Taking a look at EV cost of ownership factors from electric bills to fast charging, battery replacement, technology failure and collision repair.
Ion Technology Evolving BatteriesThe researchers at MIT have developed a new semi-solid flow cell, a prototype battery that can store up to 30 times as much energy as previous versions. They are calling it Cambridge Crude.- Electric Cars - the Nissan Leaf in BriefThe Nissan Leaf is one of the only electric cars available today that can be purchased outright. Learn about this vehicle and its capabilities.
- Despite $4 Gas Electric Cars Aren't SellingEven though gasoline has reached $4 per gallon, car makers can't seem to sell their new fuel-efficient plug-in electric vehicles.
- The Electric Car You Never Really Hear AboutLet's learn about Tesla.
- Electric Car is Doomed to Failure as Mainstream CarAlternate fuel cars, including electric car, are struggling to meet the standards set by gasoline powered car in terms of costs and range. There is a need to get the focus on the current benchmark into the context of an economy.
- Electric Car Insurance GuideWhile some insurance companies may offer a discount on electric car insurance policies, many insurance providers still charge you a premium price for insurance coverage on these types of vehicles. Use these tips when insuring an electric car.
- Tips for Insuring an Electric CarThis article looks at some of the issues or problems surrounding purchasing car insurance for an electric car.
Electric Car ConversionThe major advantage of an electric car conversion is that it is very affordable. The major investment is going to be in the conversion itself and the electric generating plant. After that, you will be able to enjoy the savings that will come over time.
Conversion to an Electric Car ReviewYou will be pleased to learn that the IRS gives refunds to people who are using environmentally friendly methods of living. In this book you will learn how to benefit from this as well.- Electric Cars MitsubishiFor 2012, Mitsubishi will introduce it's electric vehicle, which will be the least expensive electric on the road.
- Best Buy Wants to Sell Plug-in Electric CarsBest Buy says it is discussing the idea of selling eco-friendly plug-in electric cars at its stores around the country.
Electric Cars & MoneyThe technology of electric cars and their future funding.- Electric Cars More Affordable Thanks to $4 Per Gallon GasThe spike in gas prices to $4 per gallon has made new fuel-efficient electric cars an even more affordable option
Comparing Electric and Conventional Cars in the Context of the Economyin this integrated world, one must break through the traditional mindset of comparing electric and conventional cars as solely a means of transportation. Only then, will one realizes the wisdom of choosing the former over the latter.
Where to Find Free Electric Car Charging Stations in Baltimore AreaWith the mass market introduction of eco-friendly electric cars, more and more drivers in the Baltimore area will need to know where to find electric car charging stations- States Look to Tax Electric Car UseFaced with tight budgets and the prospect of long-term drops in gas tax revenue, states are looking at ways to tax electric cars to pay for bridges and highways
