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‘Pure Drive’ Vehicles Improve Fuel Efficiency

June 25, 2012 in Green Technology by allent

Nissan "Pure Drive" technology reduces CO2 emissions in gas-powered vehicles.

If you want to jump on the green driving bandwagon and take advantage of lower fuel costs on driving without having to invest in an electric or hybrid vehicle, then “Pure Drive” has the solution for you. “Pure Drive” is a new type of technology that you can install on your current vehicle to improve [...]

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How Will Drivers Adopt Electric Vehicle Technology?

February 7, 2012 in Electric Cars by allent

How electric vehicles will be charged

When it comes to technological developments, whether automotive or otherwise, things don’t always happen fast. Electric vehicles are still relatively new and they haven’t caught on yet. But automakers are looking forward to the day when 10-25 percent of their global fleets will consist of electric vehicles. The question is, What’s it going to take [...]

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Gen Y Wants Hybrids With Super Technology

January 19, 2012 in Green Technology by allent

Generation Y hybrid automobile technology

What kind of vehicles do Generation Y auto buyers want? According to the LA Times, they want hybrid vehicles packed with technology. Generation Y is the name given to people age 18 to 31. These younger consumers have a distinction that older automobile buyers don’t have. First, they are more environmentally conscious so they are [...]

Nissan Leaf Compatible with iPhone

November 9, 2010 in Hybrids, Mobile Apps, News & Updates by Stacey Jo

Nissan announced that the new Leaf will feature Eco mode, a feature found on some hybrid vehicles that creates energy when the vehicle is braking.  In tests, the range of Leaf vehicles went from 131 km to 154 km when Eco mode was engaged. Offering unique iPhone applications, the Nissan Leaf is another vehicle joining [...]