VIA-Motors VTrux

Colby — Wed, 16 May 2012 03:50:45 +0000

The VIA Motors VTrux is an extended range electric truck that can travel up to 40 miles on electricity thanks to its 27kWhr battery pack. Once the battery is depleted a 150kW (201HP) gasoline powered generator turns on to provide power to the drive system for up to 400 miles of total range. The VTrux is powered by a 175kW (300kW peak) electric motor and will be available in 2- and 4-wheel drive versions. Additionally, the VTrux is capable of acting as a large generator to provide power at work sites or during emergencies.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

Cars & Trucks

Drivetrain:

PHEV

40 mi

Range:

40 mi

Target:

2013

Top Speed:

TBA

Connector Type:

J1772

Price (USD):

TBA

CVRP Eligible?:

CVRP Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Via Motors EREV

Sources:

Via VTrux Flyer

Zero Motorcycles Zero X

Colby — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:07:35 +0000

A street legal version of the Zero MX off-road electric motorcycle. It features an ultra-light frame design, and weighs in at only 215 pounds. The 3 kWh Z-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent power pack provides a max speed of 56 mph and an EPA estimated range of 38 miles. Standard recharge time is 3 hours with a quick charge option available that cuts recharge time in half.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

2 & 3 Wheeler Vehicles

Drivetrain:

38 mi

Range:

38 mi

Target:

Now Available

56 mph

Top Speed:

56 mph

Connector Type:

Other

Price (USD):

$9945

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Zero X Electric Motorcycle

Zero Motorcycles Zero XU

Colby — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:00:37 +0000

Featuring a light, aircraft grade alloy frame and a removable power pack the Zero XU electric motorcycle is designed to meet the needs of city commuters. Weighing in at only 221 pounds the 3 kWh Li-ion power pack provides an estimated max speed of 65 mph and an EPA estimated range of 42 miles in the city and 28 miles on the highway. Standard recharge time is 3 hours with a quick charge option available that cuts recharge time almost in half.

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Specs

Vehicle Type:

2 & 3 Wheeler Vehicles

Drivetrain:

42 mi

Range:

42 mi

Target:

Now Available

65 mph

Top Speed:

65 mph

Connector Type:

Other

Price (USD):

$7695

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Zero XU Electric Motorcycle

Zero Motorcycles Zero DS-ZF9

Colby — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:56:27 +0000

The Zero DS electric motorcycle is built on the foundation of the Zero S street motorcycle and incorporates technology from Zero Motorcycles’ off-road motorcycles. With an aircraft grade alloy frame and a low friction belt drive, it weighs in at only 341 pounds. The 9 kWh Li-ion power pack provides a max speed of 80 mph and an EPA estimated range of 112 miles in the city and 63 miles on the highway. Standard recharge time is 9 hours with a quick charge option available that reduces recharge time. A J1772 charging connector option is available.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

2 & 3 Wheeler Vehicles

Drivetrain:

112 mi

Range:

112 mi

Target:

Now Available

80 mph

Top Speed:

80 mph

Connector Type:

Other

Price (USD):

$13995

CVRP Eligible?:

CVRP Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Zero DS Electric Motorcycle

Zero Motorcycles Zero DS-ZF6

Colby — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:49:15 +0000

The Zero DS electric motorcycle is built on the foundation of the Zero S street motorcycle and incorporates technology from Zero Motorcycles’ off-road motorcycles. With an aircraft grade alloy frame and a low friction belt drive, it weighs in at only 297 pounds. The 6 kWh Z-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent power pack provides a max speed of 80 mph and an EPA estimated range of 75 miles in the city and 42 miles on the highway. Standard recharge time is 6 hours with a quick charge option available that reduces recharge time. A J1772 charging connector option is available.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

2 & 3 Wheeler Vehicles

Drivetrain:

75 mi

Range:

75 mi

Target:

Now Available

80 mph

Top Speed:

80 mph

Connector Type:

Other

Price (USD):

$11495

CVRP Eligible?:

CVRP Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Zero DS Electric Motorcycle

Zero Motorcycles Zero S-ZF9

Colby — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:40:50 +0000

The Zero S electric motorcycle features an aircraft grade alloy frame and a low friction belt drive. Weighing in at only 341 pounds, the 9 kWhZ-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent power pack provides a max speed of 88 mph and an EPA estimated range of 114 miles in the city and 63 miles on the highway. Standard recharge time is 9 hours with a quick charge option available that reduces recharge time. A J1772 charging connector option is available.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

2 & 3 Wheeler Vehicles

Drivetrain:

114 mi

Range:

114 mi

Target:

Now Available

88 mph

Top Speed:

88 mph

Connector Type:

Other

Price (USD):

$13995

CVRP Eligible?:

CVRP Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Zero S Electric Motorcycle

Tesla Motors Model X

Colby — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:59:11 +0000

The Tesla Model X is an all-electric crossover that seats 7 adults and features "falcon-wing" rear doors, which require little clearance on each side of the vehicle. The Model X is based on the Model S platform, and shares about 60% of the its parts with the sedan. Like the Model S, the Model X will have three battery pack options. The Model X is about 10% heavier than the Model S, and will consequently have about 10% less range than the Model S.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

Cars & Trucks

Drivetrain:

Range:

TBA

Target:

2013

Top Speed:

TBA

Price (USD):

TBA

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Model X | Tesla Motors

Sources:

New York Times

Nissan e-NV200

Colby — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:44:20 +0000

The e-NV200 is Nissan's NV200 "multi-usage vehicle" powered by a LEAF drivetrain. Consequently, the e-NV200 will have specs similar to those of the LEAF. Nissan has not yet announced any official specifications. The e-NV200 will be geared towards both consumers and commercial customers. The Nissan e-NV200 is in testing at the Japanese Postal Service as well as at FedEx in London.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

Commercial Vehicles

Drivetrain:

Range:

TBA

Target:

TBA

Top Speed:

TBA

Connector Type:

J1772

Price (USD):

TBA

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Ford Fusion Energi

Colby — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:29:44 +0000

The Ford Fusion Energi is the plug-in hybrid version of the 2013 Ford Fusion. The Fusion Energy will be powered by the Fusion Hybrid's 2.0 L engine along with a LiIon battery pack. Ford hasn't released specific efficiency numbers, but suggests that the Fusion Energi will achieve greater than 100 MPGe.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

Cars & Trucks

Drivetrain:

PHEV

Range:

TBA

Target:

2013

Top Speed:

TBA

Connector Type:

J1772

Price (USD):

TBA

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Sources:

Autoblog Green

Chevrolet Spark EV

Colby — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:20:55 +0000

The 2013 Chevy Spark EV will be Chevrolet's first purely electric production vehicle. The Spark will be powered by a 114 HP electric motor, built by GM in the US, and a 20kWhr Li-Ion battery pack, built by A123.

Chevrolet has not yet announced further details, such as range, top speed, and pricing.

Vehicle Images

Specs

Vehicle Type:

Cars & Trucks

Drivetrain:

Range:

TBA

Target:

2013

Top Speed:

TBA

Connector Type:

J1772

Price (USD):

TBA

CVRP Eligible?:

Not Eligible

Vehicle Website:

Chevrolet Spark