Micheling getting into Electric Car game

When you go electric things seem to get better and better and that’s just what Michelin is doing. Michelin is working with Heuliez and Orange to develop a new concept called ‘active wheel’ electric cars where everything is shoved into the hub of the wheel including the electric motor, electrical suspension system and shock absorber. This system eliminates the need for drive shaft, transmission, differential, exhaust and of course the main engine allowing automobile designers to have much more space to work with and also free up a lot of weight. Look for this technology to hit the public in 2011 at a price range of around $27,000-$34,000 per car.

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LA Auto Show 2008

We took a stroll over to the Los Angeles Auto Show and have to say it was better than last year regarding electric vehicles, hybrids and other clean technologies. Although we expected more from some companies there were vehicles to see ‘in the flesh’ that we have been hearing so much about like the mini-e from bmw and the mitsubishi miev.

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San Francisco plans to be 1st Electric Car City

San Francisco today announced an agreement with start-up Better Place to start the planning and installation of electric car charging stations in San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland. The cost to build the electric car charging infrastructure is estimated at one billion dollars and will start testing phase between 2010-2011.
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Korean Researchers increase Lithium Batteries 8X

Korean researchers have found a way to increase the efficiency of lithium ion batteries by 90 percent. They achieved this feat by replacing the graphite electrode with a three dimensional porous silicone particle made of silica & hydrogen fluoride. This could lead to smaller more powerful batteries for both electronics & cars.
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Nissan developing self-charging car?

Not many details here but rumor has it that Nissan is looking into ways to charge an electric car by itself while its moving. This may involve ultracapacitors or other regenerative techniques. They mention the car will be similar to the Chevy Volt but will not use gasoline. We’ll post more when we find out more.
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