Driving And Operating An Electric Car

Electric cars are much more friendlier to the environment versus diesel and oil because they are powered by an electric motor. The car uses a rechargeable battery which powers the electric motor. Many electric cars look very similar to regular cars but there is quite a significant difference underneath the hood. An electric car requires charging and this is done by using a specific charger that is built just for the car. Charging the vehicle normally takes a few hours. There are new technological advances which decrease the time it takes to charge a car and the duration of time that a vehicle can travel without being charged is constantly increasing. It usually takes about five hours to charge a battery because it usually recharges around 20 percent every hour.

These vehicles are likely to become a lot more popular over the next few years. Hopefully as this happens it will lead to them becoming more affordable. The idea of one day not having to go to a gas station to fill up the tank is very appealing thought to many of us.

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Technological advances today are often astounding. And the car industry is testament to that. Great innovations in electric vehicles like Mitsubishi asx are only a very small number of the many advances in this industry.

The only issue with electric cars is making sure that they are completely charged in case you get stuck in the middle of nowhere and are many miles away from the nearest charge station. It also takes quite a significant time to recharge the batteries, which is why JFE Engineering of Japan has come up with a quick battery charger that takes only three minutes to charge a car battery to fifty percent of its full capacity, while waiting around for another 2 minutes will hit a 70% charge. JFE conducted tests with the device, seeing Mitsubishi’s electric car i-MiEV go as far as 80km continuously after a 5-minute charge. JFE is expecting for its charger arrive at gas stations and convenience stores throughout Japan before March 2011 is over.

JFE’s charger is a technological advance that will make it a lot easier for consumers to drive and re-charge their batteries and hopefully this will lead to the increase of mass use of electric vehicles across the world.

Written by Jacqueline Cao West Houston Infinity, Witt Auto and Iowa BPG

Environmentally Friendly & Green Driving ? 4 Key Considerations to Own Hybrid Cars

More and more people are turning to hybrid cars these days because of their promise of lesser fuel consumption and environmental friendliness. Hybrid cars, because they run on both fuel and battery-powered engines, consume less fuel, thereby reducing the price pressures on consumers in the midst of an global oil crisis. In addition, it also emits significantly less smog pollutants in the air, compared to traditional fuel-operated cars.

Indeed, there are a lot of advantages to owning hybrid cars. This is why even the US government is starting to show support by welcoming more models into the country and by encouraging American auto makers to make more units.

The Key Advantages of Hybrid Cars are as follows:

Efficiency – Hybrid cars are electrically operated and are thus able to function well and consistently at any motor speed. This is in contrast to conventional gas-powered engines, which tend to produce less power in low revolutions per minute episodes. Hybrid cars do not need to use transmissions to make their engines run at full capacity even at reduced speeds.

Economy – One of the advantages of hybrid cars is that the feature called “regenerative braking”. Since a hybrid car works using both electric power and fuel power, each can function by itself or conjunction, depending on which is stronger at the time of use. This means that both engines complement each other and do not simply bog one when one of them becomes weaker.

Convenience – Because hybrid cars are part battery powered, they do not create huge holes on the pocket, compares to users of traditional cars who feel the pain of the continuing oil price increases. Most hybrid cars, particularly the ones that are made in Japan, are also more compact and lightweight, making them easier to maneuver on the road. Other models, particularly those by American and European car makers also do not deviate from the stylish designs their regular counterparts adopt, so users don’t have to feel they are being left out in the style department.

Sustainability – Sure, hybrid cars are fairly new, so their immediate impact on the environment cannot be foreseen in the short term. However, over the course of time, the next generations will definitely be thankful for having a clean, pollution free world, thanks to hybrid vehicles. Most critics say that it is not the time to buy hybrid vehicles because they are expensive. However, when you consider the advantages, you really shouldn’t think twice. While you must be discerning in choosing the right model for your needs, this doesn’t mean you start hesitating. After all, when more people patronize hybrid cars, manufacturers will see the need to produce more and eventually bring its price at very affordable levels.

In time to come, environmentally friendly hybrid cars will be the order of the day.

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Driving the Ford Focus EV mule

Green Fuels Forecast drives one of Ford’s development prototypes for its 2011 electric vehicle program at the 2009 North American International auto show in Detroit. The story is available at greenfuelsforecast.com

All-New 2011 Scion tC – TRD – Driving + Styling (HD)

Scion introduces the all-new 2011 Scion tC sports coupe. With premium style and features, the new tC redefines its segment to meet the desires of the evolving sports coupe buyer. The all-new tC adds new styling, enhanced performance, and technologies that add to the driver’s experience. It remains a tremendous value with more power, increased fuel efficiency, superior driving dynamics, and more safety features.

Fisker Karma performance driving modes / Les modes de conduite “performance” de la Fisker Karma

For more, check www.technologicvehicles.com Presentation of Karma’s driving modes.

TFLcar.com – 2011 Ford Fiesta first driving impressions

( www.TFLcar.com ) It’s one of the best selling cars in Europe but you can’t buy it here….yet…that is. Is America ready for a premium small car that gets good gas mileage and handles like it was engineered for Germany’s Autobahn. And of course the more important question of how does it drive? Watch the video for the answers.

Driving 55 MPH: An Experiment on S. California Fwys

GAS FACT: Slowing from 75 to 55 mph boosts gas mileage 33 percent in both sedans & large SUVs. On Sunday, July 6, 2008, I set my cruise control to 55 mph, turned on my Flip video camera, & entered the south-bound 101 Freeway at the base of the Conejo Gade in Camarillo, California. I filmed for over one hour, traveling toward Orange County. My quest? To see if fellow motorists were saving gas & cash by driving 55 mph. And my findings? Watch the following video……………………

2010 Honda Insight Driving Impressions

Cars.com’s Joe Wiesenfelder gives us his driving impressions of the 2010 Honda Insight. Shot and produced by: Matthew Avery, Lindsay Bjerregaard and Sarah Gersh Edited by: Lindsay Bjerregaard

CT DMV to offer green driving instructions

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A new how-to guide for waterfront planning projects
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Treefies to Become One the Best Selling Toys of the Season
Treefies, the collectible eco-friendly plush toys that plant a tree in the honor of the owner and provide a unique code for access to the treefies.com website might be sold-out before Christmas. Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) November 23, 2010 Marai Toys, LLC announced today that Treefies, its first line of toys launched this past October is selling well and expects it to be sold-out before Christmas …

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County adopts new rules for wind energy
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CT DMV to offer green driving instructions
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(25) Electric Suzuki Samurai EV driving vid

Electric car conversion of a 1988 suzuki samurai. this is the 3rd conversion we have done. we learned much along the way. i use my EV for an around town car.

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