Archive for June, 2009



Ford Electric Vehicle Prototypes Plug In To Uk Government Low Carbon Vehicle Fleet

* Ford battery electric vehicle prototypes go into service as part of a new low carbon demonstration fleet * Ford confirms capability for potential electric car and commercial vehicle models * UK-based product development team leads Ford’s involvement * Ford fleet welcomed by London Mayor Ford Motor Company’s global commitment to the development of Battery [...]

Nissan Gets “Intelligent” Over Saving Fuel

European motorists are being shown how to drive more economically in a unique project designed to help reduce fuel bills and lower CO2 emissions. The Nissan Intelligent Driver Project (NIDP), an eight-month study of drivers in the United Kingdom (UK) that begins this month, uses satellite navigation systems, mobile phone technology and advanced vehicle telematics [...]