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NewsJune 4, 2012

All-new 2013-MY Lexus ES 350 and 300h Hybrid Feature More Cabin Space, Improved Handling

When it comes to handling, the ES 350 features improved front and rear suspension and a reduced steering ratio to deliver more responsive steering. As well, both models feature a Drive Mode selector, which offers Normal, Sport, and Eco modes as options.

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NewsJune 1, 2012

Quantum Delivers First PHEV F-150 to Florida Power & Light

Quantum’s plug-in hybrid electric drive system allows the truck to run the first 35 miles on a zero emission electric drive and then switch to an efficient hybrid drive mode, achieving 100-plus mpg depending on the drive cycle and charging frequency.

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NewsMay 18, 2012

La Brea Bakery Keeps on Rolling Electrically

LOS ANGELES -- La Brea Bakery announced four new electric trucks will be rolling out in Los Angeles to deliver the bakery’s award-winning fresh baked loaves, rolls, and baguettes.

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NewsMay 17, 2012

FedEx Express Says Its Fleet Is Nearing 2020 Fuel Efficiency Goal Early

MEMPHIS, TN -The FedEx Express fleet is now 16.6% more fuel efficient, through 2011, when compared to its average fuel efficiency in 2005 (the baseline for comparison).

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Photo Galleriesby StaffMay 11, 2012

Electric Vehicle Symposium - 26th Annual

Photos of the 26th Annual Electric Vehicle Symposium at the Los Angeles Convention Center - May 2012.

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NewsMay 11, 2012

Frito-Lay Marks One Million All-Electric Miles

PLANO, TEXAS -- The all-electric trucks introduced by PepsiCo's Frito-Lay North America division have charged their way to a million miles this month.

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NewsMay 10, 2012

All-New Toyota RAV4 EV Unveiled

The all-electric SUV has an expected driving range rating of approximately 100 miles and charging time of approximately six hours on a 240V/40A charger.

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ArticlesMay 7, 2012

Finding the Right Fuel-Efficient Fit

The growing number of fuel-efficient and alt-fuel offerings from OEMs and aftermarket upfitters for truck fleets give fleet managers more options than ever to manage fuel spend.

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NewsApril 27, 2012

NHTSA Safety Symposium to Address Lithium-ion Battery-Powered EVs

Included will be brief NHTSA presentations outlining current agency research and activities related to Li-ion batteries and Li-ion battery-powered vehicles, as well as presentations by the Department of Energy, voluntary standards bodies, and automotive and battery manufacturers.

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NewsApril 11, 2012

EV Infrastructure to Expand in California

A fee-based charging network will consist of at least 200 publicly available fast-charging stations — installed in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley, the Los Angeles Basin and San Diego County.

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