http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:04:32 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2012/02/nissan-reusable-ev-batteries.html Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:12:11 +0000 Japanese automaker is teaming with Swiss company to create more efficient, multi-purpose energy storage device. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/electric-car-batteries-energy-storage.html Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:30:31 +0000 New partnership will evaluate storage systems and back-up power sources using lithium-ion packs from EVs.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/6-sexy-electric-cars-hitting-the-streets-in-2012-headlines.html Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:30:36 +0000 These cars will help define the cutting edge of style and low-impact transportation.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/psfk-reviews-revenge-of-the-electric-car.html Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:23:12 +0000 Innovation in the EV space is coming from Silicon Valley of all places. 'Revenge Of The Electric Car' provides an intimate, behind the scenes look at the response from GM and Nissan, as they release their entrants in the EV space.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/gm-announces-fully-electric-vehicle-the-chevy-spark.html Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:37:23 +0000 This will be the automanufacturer's first car in over 10 years to run solely on batteries.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/frances-autolib-electric-car-share-goes-for-a-test-run.html Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:48:44 +0000 This green initiative hopes to encourage Paris citizens to subscribe be able to drive electric cars in and around the city. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/drivers-hook-up-electric-vehicles-to-power-grid-to-earn-money.html Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:40:57 +0000 Green technology company NRG Energy and the University of Delawarehave created a system to take charge from EVs to even out the power grid.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/nissan-leaf-start-up-sounds-headlines.html Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:43:52 +0000 The Nissan LEAF electric car run silently, so the manufacturer offers a selection of start-up sounds.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/gm-partners-with-lg-to-have-electric-vehicles-more-readily-available.html Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:16:24 +0000 The tech giant and the auto giant have collaborated to make electric cars more accessible to consumers.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/electric-car-sales-fell-by-half-in-second-quarter-headlines.html Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:59:04 +0000 Despite the drop in sales of electric cars, the industry and government remain positive there will be a turnaround.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/the-first-electric-car-battery-switch-station-installed-in-europe-headlines.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:34:23 +0000 Due to many complaints that electric cars restrict mobility, a company called Better Place has opened up its first battery switch station in Denmark where cars can recharge.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/aaa-announces-plans-for-ev-rapid-charging-units.html Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:04:28 +0000 New roadside assistance vehicles in the Northwest will be fitted with mobile charging facilities.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/05/meet-your-next-social-network-a-toyota.html Mon, 23 May 2011 18:46:10 +0000 Car manufacturer Toyota is working with Salesforce.com to create a private social network for electric car drivers.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/pics-fuseproject-helps-make-home-vehicle-charging-easier.html Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:13:48 +0000 The GE Residential WattStation system is designed to let drivers charge EVs in less time.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/loop-city-developing-world-class-infrastructure-in-the-suburbs-of-denmark.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:13:46 +0000 An ambitious project aimed at ushering urbanity in the cross border region of Denmark.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/08/a-green-highway.html Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:52:08 +0000 A carbon neutral highway planned for Finland features smart lighting systems and eco-friendly fuels.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/05/cmmn-shaping-the-future-of-personal-mobility.html Wed, 12 May 2010 17:48:14 +0000 With over 800 members, C,mm,n (pronounced ‘common’) is aiming to produce an open source electric vehicle.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/04/yez-concept-car-plans-to-absorb-co2-release-oxygen.html Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:42:03 +0000 This Chinese concept car envisions a method for absorbing CO2 from the surrounding environment, and releasing oxygen back into the atmosphere in its wake.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/03/intelligent-urban-vehicle-can-drive-itself.html Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:14:47 +0000 General Motors has announced a new electric smart-vehicle designed for future urban environments.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/03/the-most-important-logo-of-the-next-decade.html Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:35:06 +0000 The "CHAdeMO Association" aims to increase quick-charger installations worldwide to further the diffusion of electric vehicles.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/02/tesla-supporter-donates-to-build-out-charging-network.html Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:46:34 +0000 Earl Cox is a supporter of Tesla Motors. So much so, that he decided to donate $2,000 worth of charging hardware to enable owners to make the trip between San Francisco and Los Angeles.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/02/rinspeed-uc-the-remix-designed-joystick-driven-concept-car.html Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:19:16 +0000 With the 2010 Geneva Auto Show just about to begin, we're always excited to see what sort of brilliantly odd creation Swiss based Rinspeed will debut.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2009/07/the-electric-car-wishlist-6-iconic-designs-to-aid-adoption.html Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:16:14 +0000 Mercedes-Benz has recently announced plans to go ahead with the electric-drive SLS Gullwing.  If this car makes it to final production, it will join cars like the much talked about Tesla Roadster in the electric sportscar category.  What is interesting about both of these vehicles is the strong design element.  The original 300 SL Gullwing, introduced in 1954, is unquestionably one of the most beautiful cars that Mercedes-Benz has ever built.   Forget about the mileage, performance, and other green credentials, people will want to own this car because they are going to look good driving it.  Similarly, although notRead more...]]> http://www.psfk.com/2009/01/electric-car-charging-stations-moving-forward-in-denmark.html Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:47:36 +0000 Electric car infrastructure start-up Better Place has announced a recent round of funding totalling $135 million, which will help to ensure the company’s plans for a massive network of electric car charging stations in Denmark. The country has made owning an an electric car a lucrative proposition by charging no tax on the purchase of the car, as opposed to the 180% tax on a gas vehicle. Silicon Alley Insider explains Better Place: Better Place implements and oversees a system for countries wanting to wean themselves from gas powered autos. Rather than refuel your car at a gas station, BetterRead more...]]>