Electric Vehicles: NHTSA Closes Chevy Volt Investigation, Says Plug-In Vehicles are Safe

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has declared General Motor's Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle is safe after concerns over the car's lithium battery. "Based on the available data, NHTSA does not believe that Chevy Volts or other electric ... continue

Electric Vehicles Getting 10 Minute Chargers, But…

It seems that electric vehicles have been sluggish to come to market, to say the least, with interest in the innovation substantial but no affordable options for environmentally conscious consumers to begin unshackling themselves from gas pumps. ... continue

Toyota Unveils Prius Plug-in Model, Gives March 2012 Release Date, $32,000 Price Tag

Toyota on Friday finally unveiled their long awaited Prius plug-in hybrid. Production model PHV was rolled out at the Green Drive Expo and the company announced that the vehicle will be ready for sale in March 2012. The ... continue

NYC’s Mayor Bloomberg Adds More Electric Vehicles To Fleet

New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg announced on Tuesday that the city has added 70 new electric vehicles to their fleet. The mayor also announced plans to educate his city's citizens about the benefits of electric automobiles. With ... continue

VIDEO: Peapod Car Uses Your iPhone As Its Key

A new car by Chrysler will let you use your iPhone as the key. Chrysler's Peapod, available for preorder as of today, boasts some advanced forms of iPhone integration. (Click image to enlarge) The Peapod Car: iPhone Power The Peapod ... continue