Apr

Chrysler To Put Up Michigan Facility for Electric Batteries and New Jobs

Posted by Brian Published in Alternative Energy, Business, Cars, Chrysler

Chrysler and A123 Systems come together to develop advanced battery technology and also provide new employment opportunities. Facilitated by an agreement with Chrysler LLC and its commitment to introduce production electric-drive vehicles starting in 2010, A123Systems has received a $100 million tax grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to build a full-scale battery manufacturing facility in Michigan. The new plant will bring additional high-tech jobs to Michigan, and will help Chrysler achieve its leadership goals in electric vehicle development and production.

“Today’s recognition of this Michigan-based partnership represents tremendous forward thinking by the government, and demonstrates how government can greatly affect the development of – and costs associated with – this type of advanced technology,” said John Bozzella, Senior Vice President – External Affairs and Public Policy. “Chrysler is proud to participate in this effort that will bring high-technology jobs to Michigan, and will help solidify American innovation in electric vehicles – ultimately leading to more advanced fuel-efficient vehicles for the American consumer and the environment.”

Last week, Chrysler LLC announced A123Systems as the supplier for energy storage systems for Chrysler’s first-generation ENVI Range-extended Electric Vehicles and battery only Electric Vehicles.

The heart of ENVI’s battery system is a scalable battery module, as demonstrated in ENVI’s five electric-drive vehicles showcased at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The five vehicles included the Dodge Circuit EV, Jeep Wrangler EV, Jeep Patriot EV, Chrysler Town & Country EV and the Chrysler 200C EV concept. At the reveal, Chrysler announced its intention to bring the company’s first production electric vehicle to market in 2010.

(Source) Press

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Dec

2010 Toyota Prius Premieres in Detroit Motor Show

Posted by Brian Published in 2010 Vehicles, Top Picks, Toyota

For the many followers of hybrid vehicles, Toyota shall be officially launching its 2010 Toyota Prius at this year’s 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Among the notable features that this new version that Toyota is unveiling include a new Hybrid Synergy Drive system which vows to be one of the top electric cars.

Add to that the fact that improved fuel consumption from this new model stands as another key feature as people today are yearning for better fuel burning cars to go along with quiet and smooth ride.