Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Renault to Launch Performance Version of the Electric Zoe

Another cute little EV hatch from Renault. Here comes Zoe.



Renault to Launch Performance Version of the Electric Zoe

Video: Mitsubishi i-MiEV gets charged by Real Power's mobile 440-volt DC unit

See, it take only 30 minutes, and you are ready to go!



Video: Mitsubishi i-MiEV gets charged by Real Power's mobile 440-volt DC unit

Electric Cars Can’t Handle Cold Weather? Myth Busted

Cold weather? Not a problem!



Electric Cars Can’t Handle Cold Weather? Myth Busted

Australian-designed, Chinese-built EDay electric hatch to be priced at $9,625?

Wow...Australian is going into the same direction as Kleenspeed. See this Australian-designed, Chinese-built EDay electric hatch.



Australian-designed, Chinese-built EDay electric hatch to be priced at $9,625?

Plug In America dishes out some beefcake with Fabio in latest electric vehicle PSA

Now, we bring some funny stuff for you. See this Plug In America new video clip!



Plug In America dishes out some beefcake with Fabio in latest electric vehicle PSA

Beijing Emerges as Early Capitol of Chinese Electric Vehicle Adoption

Chinese government is really push hard! The Chinese electric era...



Beijing Emerges as Early Capitol of Chinese Electric Vehicle Adoption

"World's First" Privately Funded Electric Car Charging Ecosystem Set for Houston

Houston? They are really brave!



"World's First" Privately Funded Electric Car Charging Ecosystem Set for Houston

100% electric Nissan Leaf is 2011 European car of the Year

100% electric! Not a Hybrid...



100% electric Nissan Leaf is 2011 European car of the Year

Monday, November 29, 2010

“KleenSpeed Lite EV Power System"- Press Release


“KleenSpeed Lite EV Power System” Enables 
Conversion of Most Light Cars/Trucks to Electricity

- EV Power Systems Eliminate Emissions and 
Reduce Fuel Costs 90% While Enhancing Vehicle Performance – 

NASA Technology Park, Mountain View, CA - December 1, 2010 - KleenSpeed Technologies Inc. announced today the commercial availability of a complete electric vehicle power system, the “KleenSpeed Lite EV Power System,” for cars, trucks and utility vehicles with a completed weight under 2500 pounds. Priced at $14,900, the Lite EV Power System enables the conversion of combustion engine vehicles into high performance, clean electric vehicles. The “Lite” system is powered with 110 volts, creating a low cost, light weight solution. The system includes: 
  •  AC induction motor with 50 peak horsepower 
  •  Motor controller and dashboard display 
  •  Battery management and charge system 
  •  Lithium ion batteries totaling 20 KWH for 70 to 100 miles of travel 
  •  Cables, connectors, contactor and DC/DC converter. 


KleenSpeed created and installed the KleenSpeed Lite EV Power System in a 1990 Miata transforming it to a KleenSpeed “Eiata.” The conversion addressed all passenger car systems including power brakes and steering, headlights, dash display and car balance, and the Eiata’s performance has been exceptional. With over 800,000 sold in the US, the Miata provides both an ideal test platform and a substantial conversion market opportunity. The Lite EV Power System works with or without a transmission or torque converter. 

For the past three years KleenSpeed’s mission has been to develop Electric Vehicle Power Systems that efficiently utilize “electric fuel” from lithium ion battery packs. System discipline and integration are KleenSpeed’s hallmark, yielding increased mileage per charge – the holy grail of all electric vehicles. KleenSpeed has developed proprietary system components that it integrates with other best of breed components into elegant, efficient state-of-the-art EV systems. 

Using racing as its test bench, KleenSpeed put its EV systems to the test in three race cars as well as the Eiata. In July of 2009 and again in 2010, KleenSpeed won the Re Fuel EV time trail with the Electric Lap Record at Mazda Laguna Seca Race Track. Testing systems in race cars on race tracks and the NASA runway has enabled KleenSpeed to push components and performance to their limits and thereby extending vehicle range. 
Electric vehicles are rated by miles per charge and reliability, and the KleenSpeed Lite EV Power System has proven to yield more miles with 100% reliability. 

About KleenSpeed: 
Located in the NASA Ames Technology Park near Mountain View, CA, KleenSpeed Technologies Inc. is an R&D-based designer of complete electric power systems and components for electric vehicles. KleenSpeed utilizes the high-end performance requirements of auto racing as a laboratory to develop and test their products on the edge. KleenSpeed believes that once these products are scaled back for the auto industry mileage will increase by 5-fold. 

For more information on KleenSpeed and its Lite EV Power Systems, please contact: 
Timothy Collins, President 
650 996-2601 
Info@kleenspeed.com 
KleenSpeed Technologies Inc. 
PO Box #429, Building # 554 
NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA 94035 
www.kleenspeed.com – 650 996 2601 






Thursday, November 25, 2010

Kleenspeed E Kart-YouTube Video Clip

You can do drifting whenever you step on the throttle...No emission, low noise level. Perfect for the indoor Go-Kart track. We call it Kleenspeed E-Kart!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

The electric go kart is done!

Here we got the very first video clip from Kyle Greenhaw- Kleenspeed electric technician. Check this out! There are more video clips coming up.



The E-Kart is done!

Monday, November 22, 2010

Kleenspeed E-kart

This Go-kart probably is the fastest Go-kart in the world. Check Kleenspeed E Go-kart. It is fast and you can drift it with no problem. Want some video clip? Stay tuned and we will get you some.



Kleenspeed Go-kart project

Coulomb installs first PayPass-capable charger in San Francisco

EV people in SF, now you can pay your EV charging fee with your cards. Check this one.



Coulomb installs first PayPass-capable charger in San Francisco

Ditch the Cord, Let the Road Charge Your EV

Wireless charging! HaloIPT's wireless wonder...



Ditch the Cord, Let the Road Charge Your EV

Saturday, November 20, 2010

2010 Los Angeles Auto Show: Guide To Electric Vehicles

Want to know more about Green Vehicles in L.A. Auto Show? Here is a guide to electric vehicles.



2010 Los Angeles Auto Show: Guide To Electric Vehicles

Inhabitat’s Top Green Car Picks from the LA Auto Show

See this beautiful Jaguar C-X75? The top picks from the L.A. Auto Show. There are many green cars.



Inhabitat’s Top Green Car Picks from the LA Auto Show

Chevy Volt Crowned 2011 Green Car of the Year at LA Auto Show!

No way! Chevy Volt won the Green Car of the Year?



Chevy Volt Crowned 2011 Green Car of the Year at LA Auto Show!

Tesla's Musk is On Hand as Toyota Debuts RAV4 EV at the LA Auto Show

Here is the automotive giant TOYOTA's RAV4 EV. It's powered by Tesla.

Tesla's Musk is On Hand as Toyota Debuts RAV4 EV at the LA Auto Show

Honda EV Concept Electric Vehicle debuts in LA, on sale in 2012

L.A. Auto Show open to public! November 19-28. Lots of green cars. Let's start with HONDA fit EV!



Honda EV Concept Electric Vehicle debuts in LA, on sale in 2012

Monday, November 15, 2010

Tata Indica Vista EVX captures two class wins in Brighton to London Future Car Challenge

Tata from India shows its potential of EV.



Tata Indica Vista EVX captures two class wins in Brighton to London Future Car Challenge

Ford Will Launch Focus Electric in 19 Markets, Spanning Much of the U.S., in 2011

FORD Focus EV is coming...Will it be a hatchback version? Stay tuned!



Ford Will Launch Focus Electric in 19 Markets, Spanning Much of the U.S., in 2011

OMG TSLA: Tesla Stock Soars

Tesla is growing and growing...



OMG TSLA: Tesla Stock Soars

10 Green Cars To Watch For At the LA Auto Show

Welcome to the L.A. Auto Show. Green cars become big this year!



10 Green Cars To Watch For At the LA Auto Show

London to Install 1,300 EV Charging Stations Starting Next Year

U.K. go for the EV!



London to Install 1,300 EV Charging Stations Starting Next Year

A123 Tapped for Chinese Auto Giant’s 2012 Electric Car

Chinese is the market that everyone wants.



A123 Tapped for Chinese Auto Giant’s 2012 Electric Car

Friday, November 12, 2010

Magnetic Induction Technology: Charging Without Wires & Plugs

No wires and plugs, you can charge your EV!



Magnetic Induction Technology: Charging Without Wires & Plugs

Opel Ampera priced from 42,900 euros ($58,718 USD!)

Check this Euro version of Chevy Volt. It is even more expensive than U.S. version.



Opel Ampera priced from 42,900 euros ($58,718 USD!)

SB LiMotive batteries to power Fiat 500 electric

Like this cute little FIAT 500. An EV version makes it look even cuter...



SB LiMotive batteries to power Fiat 500 electric

Oslo’s All-Electric Car Share Program Just Reached 1,000 Members

EV sharing system in Oslo. Take a look at these chute Think City.



Oslo’s All-Electric Car Share Program Just Reached 1,000 Members

GE To Make Largest Electric Vehicle Purchase Ever

GE is ready to devote itself into electric vehicle industry.



GE To Make Largest Electric Vehicle Purchase Ever

Toyota RAV4 EV teased ahead of Los Angeles Auto Show

Wow, Powered by Tesla! Here comes the teaser of Toyota RAV4 EV.



Toyota RAV4 EV teased ahead of Los Angeles Auto Show

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Top 10 Cities For Commuting By Electric Car

Now, you can consider commuting by electric car. Here is the reference.



Top 10 Cities For Commuting By Electric Car

Update: Volvo To Test All Electric 2012 C30 In California

All of sudden, European car manufacturers are all into EVs. Volvo C30 EV.



Update: Volvo To Test All Electric 2012 C30 In California

First Ride: 2013 VW Golf Blue-E-Motion Prototype

VW Golf EV? It might be too heavy...



First Ride: 2013 VW Golf Blue-E-Motion Prototype

Electrics, hybrids to account for nearly a third of all sales by 2020

Green energy grows! A third of all sale. This could happen in the future. Maybe more than that.



Electrics, hybrids to account for nearly a third of all sales by 2020

Chinese think tanks calls on automakers to shift focus from output capacity to energy-saving designs

The power of Chinese government, the power of green.



Chinese think tanks calls on automakers to shift focus from output capacity to energy-saving designs

First photos of U.S.-spec Mitsubishi i-MiEV revealed ahead of LA debut

The bigger the better? Probably not in this case. Here is the U.S.-spec i-MiEV.



First photos of U.S.-spec Mitsubishi i-MiEV revealed ahead of LA debut

Trouble Brewing at CODA? CEO Kevin Czinger Resigns

Is CODA facing any kind of trouble? Hope not!



Trouble Brewing at CODA? CEO Kevin Czinger Resigns

UK-based HaloIPT introduces in-road charging system for electric vehicles

What a breakthrough technology of electric vehicle charging system!



UK-based HaloIPT introduces in-road charging system for electric vehicles

Lightning GT Electric Supercar to UK Streets in 2012

A stunning electric super car from U.K.



Lightning GT Electric Supercar to UK Streets in 2012

VIDEO: The Mac vs PC Spoofs For Electric Cars

This is really cool. Electric vs Gasoline



VIDEO: The Mac vs PC Spoofs For Electric Cars


Sunday, November 7, 2010

Thursday, November 4, 2010

GM happy to promote pure electric vehicles, just not in U.S.

U.S. is always the most difficult market for EV.



GM happy to promote pure electric vehicles, just not in U.S.

Honda CEO: Looks "like there will be a market for electric vehicles" after all

What will be Honda's next step? Let's keep eye on up-coming L.A. Auto Show.



Honda CEO: Looks "like there will be a market for electric vehicles" after all

China's 5-year plan calls for alt-energy autos to hit 1M sales by 2015

EV is definitely growing in China!



China's 5-year plan calls for alt-energy autos to hit 1M sales by 2015

Audi's electric e-tron to get artificial sound

Now, sound becomes an issue of EV. AUDI plans to have some "noises" on their e-tron.



Audi's electric e-tron to get artificial sound

How Chinese Electric Cars Will Rise to Power

Watch the biggest automotive market vision about EV.



How Chinese Electric Cars Will Rise to Power

Tesla Picks Up $30M from Panasonic

Tesla got another "big" investor!



Tesla Picks Up $30M from Panasonic

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Kleenspeed Lap Record Challenge- KLRC Series/ Race to the Clouds








We are seeking sponsorship for 2011 in four categories totaling $1.3M The attached power-point describes the opportunity. We would appreciate your ideas , guidance, referrals and enthusiasm.
Please feel free to forward this unique project sponsorship opportunity to any company or entity interested in electric vehicles, clean technology and the elimination of carbon emissions.
Best, Timothy Collins