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NewsJune 5, 2009

Hybrid Trucks Showcased at Capitol Hill

WASHINGTON – CALSTART, the Hybrid Truck Users Forum (HTUF), Duke University, Environmental Defense Fund, and U.S. truck and system manufacturers will head to Capitol Hill June 11 for "Hybrid on The Hill Day".

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NewsJune 4, 2009

Kenworth Truck Becomes 1st Medium-Duty Hybrid in NYC's Fleet

New York City's Department of Sanitation is now equipped with the Kenworth T370 hybrid features a PACCAR PX-6 engine rated at 240 hp and 560 lb-ft of torque.

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NewsMay 28, 2009

Fisker Automotive Debuts the Karma in San Jose

The four-seat, plug-in Fisker Karma hybrid provides 50 emission-free miles on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery pack and up to 403hp from two electric motors, according to the company.

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NewsMay 28, 2009

Fleets to Continue Focus on Hybrids

As companies look to save on fuel costs while staying environmentally friendly, hybrid-electrics and plug-in hybrids will continue garnering attention.

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NewsMay 21, 2009

Airport Purchases Its First EV

The Cushman electric utility truck will be used by the parking management staff at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

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NewsMay 21, 2009

Massachusetts Law Enforcement Is Trending Green

Several communities in the state are using energy-efficient vehicles for police, public works, and other municipal departments.

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NewsMay 14, 2009

City Fleet Converts Gas Truck to Electric

In a do-it-yourself experiment, the City of Tallahassee converted a Ford Ranger to electric power only. Five more conversions are planned.

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NewsMay 13, 2009

New Kenworth Medium-Duty Hybrid Crew Cab Conversion

KIRKLAND, WA - Kenworth Truck Company has added an aftermarket crew cab conversion option for the Kenworth T270 and T370 medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids in pickup and delivery and utility applications.

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NewsMay 7, 2009

Tests of Plug-In Hybrids Register Mixed Results

Plug-in hybrid Toyota Prius tests by city of Seattle and Idaho National Laboratory show an average of only 51 mpg.

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NewsApril 29, 2009

Navistar First Truck and Bus Maker to Receive Hybrid Certification from California Air Resources Board

WARRENVILLE, IL - Navistar becomes the first truck and bus manufacturer to receive total hybrid vehicle certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for improving fuel economy and overall emissions.

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