Nissan LEAF Electric Car Debuts in Los Angeles

Nissan is debuting its all electric car, the LEAF, in North America today in Los Angeles. (See the tour schedule.) The LEAF, which will be available in some states in 2010, will be mass produced in 2012. With a driving range of 100 miles, the all-electric LEAF will meet the

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Nissan Going Electric with the Leaf

Nissan’s first zero emissions vehicle is called the “Leaf”. It is not a hybrid, it is 100% electric. With a claimed 100 mile range this will surely complete against the upcoming Chevy Volt. There are differences though. The Volt actually has an on-board internal combustion engine to recharge the batteries

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Are three wheels better than four?

Jay Leno, on Jay Leno’s Garage, recently test drove the Aptera 2e. The Aptera 2e is very lightweight and energy efficient. The Aptera 2e is actually registered as a motorcycle. Having an extremely low coefficient of drag (aerodynamics), is the key to the Aptera 2e. Features of the Aptera 2e

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Tesla Motors builds relationship with Daimler AG

When I think of Daimler AG (formerly Daimler-Benz/DaimlerChrysler), I think of Karl Benz – recognized as the inventor of the automobile (patented in 1886). When I think of Tesla Motors, I think of a company that has extreme potential to make a significant contribution during the electric car revolution. When

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