Consumers Think Renewable Energy Inadequate for EV Charging
As EVs push the nation’s energy demands higher, will sustainable electricity sources be able to keep pace?
Analysis: 7 Ways Electric Cars Can Save Our Planet
Let’s check out the top seven reasons how electric vehicles are way better for Mother Nature than fossil fuel-powered cars.
Grid Storage of Solar Power and Wind Energy
Globally, over 70GW of solar power is installed and over 250GW of wind energy. In the past five years, the U.S. has added more renewable energy than coal and nuclear power. Grid energy storage is forecasted to grow from $3 billion to $160 billion annually in the next five years.
Toyota and Tesla Bring Back RAV4 EV
In Spring 2012, the new Toyota RAV4 EV can be ordered from dealers. Pricing has not yet been set. Tesla, in partnership with Toyota, is bringing back the popular Toyota RAV 4EV. The SUV will have a new electric drive system and use a Tesla battery pack of 5,500 Panasonic lithium nickel cells. Tesla has produced over 30 of the new RAV4 EV prototypes for test drives and extensive evaluation.