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Thursday, 4 June 2009 
The 4000 Watt Roadster is a two-person electric car from the gadget geniuses at Hammacher Schlemmer. With a top speed of 25mph and 60 miles per charge, this sporty little vehicle would be great for running errands around town – whilst doing your bit for the environment in comfort and style. Friday, 3 October 2008 Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Chrysler yesterday announced a new all-electric vehicle set for a 2009 release by its subsidiary GEM, which now stands for Green Eco Mobility. The car, called the Peapod, is designed with city driving in mind and will get 30 miles per charge with a top speed of 25 mph. Tuesday, 16 September 2008
The much talked about Chevrolet Volt has today been made official, making it the first official plug-in hybrid production model from a major manufacturer. The Volt will be an Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) which uses a gasoline-powered electric generator to supply electricity to the motor, but only after the battery has exceeded its 40 mile capacity. Friday, 5 September 2008
Here is one of the better entries from the recent Peugeot Design Competition that seems not only practical, but cheap to manufacture and solves many of the problems associated with modern car design. Its scissor-like frame contracts to accommodate tight parking spaces or narrow lanes and the wheels work much like the recent NASA concept car, allowing it to drive sideways or do a 360 on its wheelbase. Wednesday, 3 September 2008
Daimler’s new Smart ForTwo Ed electric vehicle is getting some real-world testing on London streets by a handful of agencies, companies and the Metropolitan Police to demonstrate the advantages of zero-emission driving. Friday, 29 August 2008
Unfit? Poor? Seclusionist? Goody green shoes? If so, I have something here that might pique your interest. Introducing the GYM concept car; a car that manages to tone you up, burn calories in private, save you money and protect the planet all in one neat little package. Friday, 4 July 2008
The M-Please-V (don’t ask), is an eco car that was designed for the Peugeot Design Contest. It seats up to nine passengers and features fully-open sides to maximize their “exposure to the outside environment”. If by ‘outside environment’ they mean coarse pavement passing by at rapid speed, I guarantee you’ll feel exposure and more should you fall or be pushed over the flimsy side rail. The MPV acronym would more aptly stand for Maximum Pain Vehicle as opposed to its ridiculously long Multi-Purpose-lightweight-economic-and-simplistic-electric-Vehicle. It is powered by batteries stored under the cabin to maximize internal space, which is crucial as it’s designed to be used for public transport. It is also designed so that the interior can be hosed down to get rid of all the dirt, sand or mud that will inevitably enter the cabin of this open design. If it ever goes into production and you find yourself in one, keep your eye on that guy behind you.
Thursday, 3 July 2008
There is a new eco vehicle design in town and it’s as sleek as its name suggests. Introducing, the Lynx, a car powered by solar energy and the power of your own two feet if you’re after more speed. Up to 70 km/h can be achieved with the hybrid. It is clearly designed to be a city vehicle. Small, light, compact and stylish. The design incorporates the simplicity of a bicycle with the convenience of a car which is bound to be a winning combination. I have one complaint. The braking action is triggered by reverse peddling which seems pretty dangerous if you have to brake suddenly at 70 km/h. Apart from that it’s a practical, aesthetically-pleasing, eco-friendly design. This vehicle could really appeal to cyclists who hate wet weather and are tired of being knocked off their bikes by motorists. And of course there’s the eco-brigade who I’m sure would pre-order like crazy if they ever went into production. Anyone out there bold enough to bring this to market? Source: | SUBSCRIBE:  Stay up to date! Get Mark's Technology News updates via RSS Or, grab your updates via email. Your email address: Compare Prices with Twenga Top Sections ARCHIVES: RECENT COMMENTS: MTN Is Listed At: | |
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