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electric cars (41 articles)

hiriko electric city car

technology | 01.26.12
'hiriko', the commercial version of MIT media lab's 'citycar' concept, features no doors and a distributed engine system that together permit the already compact vehicle to fold up when parked.

nissan e-nv200 minivan concept

technology | 01.18.12
the multi-use vehicle combines the design of nissan's nv200 with the zero-emissions drivetrain of the electric 'leaf'.

VW electric e-bugster concept

technology | 01.09.12
on exhibition at the detroit auto show, the concept vehicle features volkswagen's 'blue-e-motion' electric propulsion system, designed for use in future production models.

honda micro commuter

technology | 12.01.11
smaller than a smartcar, the urban electric concept 3-seater features customizable exterior paneling, joystick steering controls, and a battery charged via regenerative braking, that can be removed and used to power...

daihatsu concept cars at tokyo 2011

technology | 11.14.11
under the theme of 'big answer from small', japan's oldest car manufacturer presents three new concept cars in 2011: the 'shocase' electric transport vehicle, 'pico' urban commuter, and 'd-x' sports car.

nissan pivo 3 EV concept

design | 11.09.11
one of three concept vehicles presented by nissan at the 2011 tokyo motor show in december, the zero-emissions electric car features a 3-seater chassis, 'robotic agent' personal assistant, and a tight turning radius...

electric dolorean

technology | 10.18.11
an all-electric version of the iconic vehicle is planned for commerical production in 2013.

GM's EN-V concept electric networked cars beg

technology | 10.14.11
the networked electric vehicles designed for urban use will be tested for real-world practicality beginning in china's sino-singapore tianjin eco-city.

super-efficient electric lightweight car by e

technology | 10.12.11
the all-electric version of the 'very light car' prototype attains an EPA-certified combined 350 miles per gallon equivalent, featuring a range of 114 miles.

volkswagen: nils

technology | 09.05.11
charging in just two hours, the lightweight single-passenger vehicle travels 40 miles (65 km) to each charge, attaining speeds of up to 81mph (65 km/hr).

skypump electric charging station

technology | 07.25.11
a collaboration between urban green energy and general electric (GE), the wind-powered station charges electric vehicles at rest stops and parking lots, feeding energy back into the grid when not in use.

renault frendzy

technology | 07.12.11
this electric concept vehicle's asymmetrical design parallels its split use for business and family life, featuring measures for inventory transport and advertising as well as entertainment options for more casual use.

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