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U.S. Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Sales Jump in March

By Nathanael Baker on April 18, 2012

In March, sales of hybrid, plug-in, and clean diesel cars grew significantly in the United States, casting a positive light on the emerging low emission transportation industry.

Turnover Continues: Henrik Fisker Removed as CEO of Fisker Automotive

By Nathanael Baker on February 28, 2012

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In attempt to stabilize itself, next generation automaker Fisker Automotive has removed Henrik Fisker as CEO and replaced him with Tom LaSorda, the former CEO of Chrysler Group.

China Set to Lead in Electric Vehicle Production

By Zaher Karp on January 10, 2012

Electric vehicle production capacity is increasing across the board globally, but is that what the market needs? A new report holds results that indicate new growth in demand from China and a bright future for electric vehicle component suppliers.

Virginia Tech Wins EcoCAR Challenge

By Jace Shoemaker-... on June 21, 2011

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Students from Virginia Tech University are the overall winners of the 2011 EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge. Sponsored by General Motors and the U.S Department of Energy, students from North America competed in E

VideoBoom: The World's First Diesel Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle

By Nathanael Baker on February 23, 2011

Tags: Volvo, diesel plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, iPhone charging app, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, VideoBoom, Volvo V60, iPhone, Volvo V60

In 2012, Volvo will introduce the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid electric vehicle -- the V60.

The car will feature three driving modes, each offering different assets. Additionally, Volvo has created an iPhone app that lets owners monitor the car's charging status.

Stockholm Environment Institute Outlines Plan to Cut UK's Transportation Emissions by 76%

By Nathanael Baker on August 18, 2010

Tags: electric vehicles, EV, greenhouse gas emissions reductions, hydrogen cars, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, UK transportation emissions, United Kingdom carbon dioxide emissions

A new report from the Stockholm Environment Institute devises a plan to cut United Kingdom's transportation emissions by 76% by 2050.

The Ten Essential Renewable Energy News Stories This Week

By Nathanael Baker on August 13, 2010

News from the solar sector stole several headlines this week. However, the other cleantech industries proved to be quite newsworthy as well.

Here are the Top 10 Renewable Energy News Stories You May Have Missed This Week: