Air Car by Guy Negre’s compressed air technology (MiniCAT)

Guy Negre of MDI Air Car engine that runs on compressed air technology. Emissions are only filtered air that’s cleaner than outside air. 300 bars of pressure in carbon-fibre & kevlar air tanks. Car can travel at 110 km/hr and has a 150 km driving range. Refilling can be done by plugging in at home or at a special high-pressure air station. Dual-energy models use small amounts of bio-fuels that can extend the range to over 1400 kms. Pollution free vehicle that produces zero emissions. When the car stops at traffic lights, the engine stops so no energy is lost because there’s no idling. Go to www.catvolution.com for more information. There are many more 2008 New York Auto Show videos with MDI’s OneCAT at ca.youtube.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Brand New : Standard High Quality Mini USB 12/24V Rapid Travel Car Charger Adaptor for HTC T-Mobile G1 (Smart I/C Chip technology prevents your cell phone and battery from overcharging)

Brand New : Standard High Quality Mini USB 12/24V Rapid Travel Car Charger Adaptor for HTC T-Mobile G1 (Smart I/C Chip technology prevents your cell phone and battery from overcharging)

• Brand New in package. Never been used.
• Conveniently charges your phones battery while in the car.
• it for most all cars cigarette lighter socket Compatible with both 12 VDC and 24 VDC systems.
• Smart I/C Chip technology prevents your phone and battery from overcharging.
• Allows chargin and talking at the same time.

Price: $ 1.89

Volkswagen cars 2010 | New Auto Technology

Volkswagen cars 2010 | New Auto Technology

Volkswagen joined the race of manufacturing eco-friendly cars or green cars as a response to the growing environmental concerns. Just recently, VW introduced to the public its magnificent 1 litre car which will hit the market this 2010. The car’s production went 2 years ahead of schedule due to the dramatic decrease in the price of carbonfibre monocoque which is the main material used for its body. Its chilton repair manual talks about the unique features such as the cigar-shaped outer body which has excellent aerodynamics, gull wing door, and its stunning fuel efficiency of 100km per litre and 282mpg.

These features will surely catch the attention of the driving public as soon as it goes for full production anytime this year. However, it is inevitable to compare it with Toyota’s Prius since that this car has been the authority for quite some time in the field of green automobile industry. Toyota recently introduced the 2010 version of its top-selling Prius which boasts of more advanced features compared to its older version. The VW 1 litre car and Toyota Prius 2010 model will surely capture the eco-car industry this year so let us make some comparisons of these two to help interested buyers to decide which one to choose.

As featured in CAR magazine, VW 1 litre car is actually a 2 seater car wherein the other passenger sits behind the driver to maintain the frontal area as much as possible. It looks like an aircraft that promises a totally different riding experience. To decrease its drag coefficient, cameras were attached to the car instead of the conventional side mirror. In addition, the VW 1 litre car is not really that weak in torque and horsepower unlike what many people might assume since that it is a green car. It has a two-cylinder engine which will run through turbo-diesel making it breathe more cleanly as an FSI model. The car also includes a driver’s airbag for protection in case of accident as well as ABS/ESP safety kit. It will operate in a motorbike-style sequential transmission.

LED lights will also be used to provide visibility on both the front and rear portions of the car. VW engineers are also planning to install their mid-hybrid kit on the model to allow for a zero-emission and full-electric operation. It is also user friendly because the automotive repair manuals provides very easy and simple instructions that ordinary people will understand. Lastly, the weight of the VW 1 Litre car is really jaw-dropping at only 300 kilos; the lightest in its class. However, we still have to deal with the 1 million dollar question: How much will it cost? The final price of the car is still not fixed but it will surely be expensive at around €20,000-€30,000 or around ,000 maximum price.

Green Technology Set to Lead The Way in 2010

Green Technology Set to Lead The Way in 2010

Commercial First Trading Corporation is pleased to announce the release of their special report on green technology and related sectors. January 28, 2010.

 

Astute investors know that spotting a trend on the horizon, or in its infancy, can offer a number of investment opportunities today. That was the case with green or clean technologies (greentech/cleantech) a year ago and that remains the case also today. The world has embraced technologies that offer the opportunity for a cleaner planet and healthier people and many companies have emerged to lead this movement. Gets the latest news on hydrogen testing technologies. Keep updated. Avoid online scam.

 

Renewable Energy; its Not Your Father’s Fossil Fuel

Renewable energy is a big player in this sector and offers a glimpse of what will soon be commonplace, based partly on trends and partly on government mandates. Cleaner burning fuels, greater mileage, efficient electrical networks and alternate means for powering vehicles are all at the center of the design and manufacturing that will be the central focus for generations to come.

Municipalities and public companies have slowly been adapting to renewable energy. In New River Valley in Virginia, the truck fleet owned by the Pepsi Bottling Group has added twenty-one hydrogen-injected trucks utilizing a fuel system produced by Dynamic Fuel Systems, Inc. a Canadian firm. The portable hydrogen generator that injects hydrogen into the engine’s intake increases mileage and reduces emissions.

 

Myriad Clean And Green Opportunities

The biggest benefactors of the green/clean tech trend will be manufacturers of electric hybrid vehicles, battery manufacturers, smart grid technology companies, green lighting technology, producers of wind power equipment and non-toxic cleaning products.

 

From 2002 to 2008, investment in greentech/cleantech grew to billion. That does not include a massive commitment by world governments and major banks.  Many countries, that adapted stimulus packages to climb out of the global economic malaise, included big greentech/cleantech spending as a priority area for research and job creation.

 

Reducing Emissions

A123 Systems Inc. (Symbol AONE.O), a maker of lithium-ion batteries and subsidized by the U.S. government, went public in September (2009) and immediately, the share price jumped 50%. This put the first-day performance of AONE.O solidly in second place for the year for most successful. debuts.  The surprising level of interest in the company’s IPO prompted A123 to increase the number of shares available by 2.4 million. A123 System’s batteries power the growing electric car market, A sector that is seeing increased interest by investors.

 

The collapse of Lehman Bros had a chilling effect on the IPO market during 2009, but that may all change. An avalanche of attention is focused on renewable energy and clean technologies and that could lead to some interesting IPO possibilities.

 

Solar And Smart Grids

Silver Spring Networks is believed by many observers to be a potential IPO in 2010. Smart grid technology utilizes IT to manage the flow of power over a network. This is done by exchanging information between the provider and the customer. This system is fully automated and allows different devices, which make up the network, to talk to each other. Silver Spring Networks partnered with GE Energy to build a smart grid for a U.S. utility company. GE will provide smart meters for the project.

 

 

Rooftop solar panels can provide cheap renewable energy. Solyndra is a manufacturer of photovoltaic systems for the commercial rooftop market based in Freemont California. The company entered into an agreement with Milan, Italy-based Sun System. Solyndra also received 5 million from the Department of Energy in loan guarantees. In addition to the loan guarantees, the company has also received 0 million from investors.

 

Electric Auto IPO

There has been talk amongst those in the know that electric-car manufacturer, Tesla Motors could be considering an initial public offering. Although the company has denied the rumors, the move would be good timing for the well-funded firm. Tesla has managed to raise 3 million from some big-money investors and venture capital firms. Tesla announced profitability in July of 2009. As the large internal-combustion engine companies release new hybrid and electric models, the maker of the sleek Model S sedan would stir things up in 2010.

 

 

GreenCell Technologies IPO

Another highly anticipated IPO is the Canadian company GreenCell Technologies. The HydroCell they produce which is an onboard hydrogen and oxygen gas generator reduces fuel emissions by 50% and fuel consumption by 30%.

 

Technology That Is Here To Stay

The writing is on the wall; cleantech/greentech is the future of research, manufacturing and investment. The U.S. Department of Energy, which has pledged nearly 0 billion to back a wide variety of green technologies, is just one example of the enormous interest in this sector. The evolving industry based on low carbon research and development will propel this segment  and make it mainstream.

The need for high-mileage vehicles, cleaner air, wise power usage and even social media will continue to be compelling forces well into the future.

 

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GreenCell Technologies is a Canadian company dedicated to designing and bringing to market, technology-based products for the transportation industry. The current product is called the Hydrocell, an on-board, on-demand hydrogen generator engineered specifically for the diesel trucking and haulage industries.

 

 

GL1 (formerly goLINK) OBD-II to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch by GoPoint Technology

GL1 (formerly goLINK) OBD-II to iPhone/iPad/iPod touch by GoPoint Technology

• Directly connects OBD-II data to your iPhone & iPod Touch; patent-pending feature charges iPhone during operation.
• With access to all OBD-II parameters, view, capture and CLEAR engine codes. View fuel consumption.
• Works on all 1996+ OBD-II and EOBD vehicles. Requires download of FREE goLINK App from the App Store.
• With 1.5m cable connect your goLINK to the iPhone or iPod Touch without any dropped connections.
• Official “Works With iPhone” product. iPhone, iPod Touch not included; sold separately.

**WINNER** Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Product Award 2010 — Our GL1 (formerly goLINK) protocol converter, an Apple “Works With iPhone” product, will directly connect your vehicle’s engine On Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Use your iPhone/iPod touch to read/reset diagnostic codes! LOG your vehicle’s engine performance! And much, much MORE!

More: the GL1 will charge your iPhone or Touch using patent-pending intelligence. The GL1 automatically stops charging when the vehicle is turned off. You never have to worry about a dead battery!

More: Zero setup time. Simply plug the GL1 into your vehicle’s OBD-II data port, download the FREE goLINK App from the App store, and you’re done. No settings, menus, or confusion. For video of operation and answers to more questions, please visit our website.

1.5m cable included. iPhone, iPad, iPod touch sold separately.

This GL1 cable supports the following apps: goLINK (FREE), mpgLINK (FREE), CARbonga (sold separately) and DashCommand (sold separately).

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List Price: $ 200.00

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Autostore Video from Avnet Technology Solutions

The Autostore Video, from Avnet Technology Solutions, explains how they can assist with Document Management Solutions. The video explains just how easy it is to use Autostore to capture your data. If you are looking for a better way to handle your documents and help your business ‘go green’, then this is the solution for you.

Green Technology Protects Environment and Consumers Wallet

Green Technology Protects Environment and Consumers Wallet

Green cars are the current trend in the auto industry. The upward surge of gas prices and the increasing awareness of the global warming threat among consumers have prompted them to look for environmentally friendly and wallet friendly vehicles.

For decades, American motorists have favored larger cars like sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks. Currently though, the demand for smaller and fuel efficient cars is increasing steadily. Going for green cars like the Toyota Prius not only protects the environment but also the consumer’s wallet. These green cars are known for their fuel efficiency thus reducing the amount of money spent on gasoline.

Aside from that, hybrid vehicles come with a tax incentive from IRS. Consumers are advised to consult their dealers about tax incentives they may avail of when purchasing a hybrid vehicle. Recently, a new money-saving issue has cropped up.

Insurance companies are now offering incentives for hybrid car owners. In fact, some insurance companies will automatically replace a hybrid car’s battery pack if the vehicle has been involved in an accident that damaged the stock battery pack. Currently, battery packs for hybrid vehicles are priced at about ,000. Some insurance companies also offer premium discounts for hybrid car owners of up to five percent.

Hybrid vehicles are already numerous in the United States with domestic and international brands offering different hybrid cars. Ford is already leading the field for domestic car manufacturers in developing and producing hybrid vehicles. Asian brands like Nissan also offers hybrid version of their popular vehicles like the Altima sedan for the mentioned company. The Altima hybrid is essentially the common Altima except that it employs hybrid technology to complement its high performance parts such as Nissan strut bellow.

Toyota and Honda lead the pack with their host of hybrid vehicles. The Toyota Prius still remains as the most sought after gas hybrid vehicle in the United States and this is evident in increasing year over year sales of the model. Honda also offers a hybrid version of the Accord and the Civic.

Aside from going green on vehicles, Americans are also exploring new ways to save on their energy consumption. In California, almost 4,700 residents are using solar energy on their homes. In connection with that, insurance companies are also providing incentives for homeowners using solar energy on their homes. Candysse Miller, the executive director of the Insurance Information Network of California, has this to say: “Environmental awareness and action is more than just good for the planet – it can be good for your wallet. Not only can you save with reduced energy bills, but some insurers are offering insurance packages to address this growing market segment.”

Consumer Reports: Testing Advanced Technology Vehicles

Damien Somerset talks with David Champion, the Senior Director of Auto Testing for Consumer Reports, about the types of tests they’ve been running for the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE and how the vehicles have been doing in those tests. For more information: progressiveautoxprize.org VIDEOHOST Damien Somerset is a video blogger, environmentalist, and efficient vehicle enthusiast. Damien is very active in both online media and environmental advocacy, and hopes to use both to help reshape the face of modern environmentalism. http Twitter.com Contact: damiensomerset -at- gmail —————————————- GET INVOLVED! Watch & Chat Live progressiveautoxprize.org Blog autoblog.xprize.org Facebook facebook.com Twitter twitter.com Flickr flickr.com —————————————- ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE AUTOMOTIVE X PRIZE Our goal is to inspire a new generation of viable, safe, affordable and super fuel efficient vehicles that people want to buy. million in prizes will be awarded in September 2010 to the teams that win a rigorous stage competition for clean, production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 MPG energy equivalent (MPGe). We are proud to announce that the on-track Competition Phase will be hosted at Michigan International Speedway.
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Consumer Reports: Testing Advanced Technology Vehicles

Damien Somerset talks with David Champion, the Senior Director of Auto Testing for Consumer Reports, about the types of tests they’ve been running for the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE and how the vehicles have been doing in those tests. For more information: progressiveautoxprize.org VIDEO HOST Damien Somerset is a video blogger, environmentalist, and efficient vehicle enthusiast. Damien is very active in both online media and environmental advocacy, and hopes to use both to help reshape the face of modern environmentalism. http Twitter.com Contact: damiensomerset -at- gmail —————————————- GET INVOLVED! Watch & Chat Live progressiveautoxprize.org Blog autoblog.xprize.org Facebook facebook.com Twitter twitter.com Flickr flickr.com —————————————- ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE AUTOMOTIVE X PRIZE Our goal is to inspire a new generation of viable, safe, affordable and super fuel efficient vehicles that people want to buy. million in prizes will be awarded in September 2010 to the teams that win a rigorous stage competition for clean, production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 MPG energy equivalent (MPGe). We are proud to announce that the on-track Competition Phase will be hosted at Michigan International Speedway.