Monday, 13 April 2015

2017 Nissan Leaf

NISSAN LEAF


The Nissan Leaf is by far the highest volume electric car ever sold, with total sales now approaching 200,000 units.




It's expected the new Leaf will be a 2017 model year and it could be revealed by the Washington DC Auto Show January 2016, or the 2016 New York International Auto show in April, Baum ventured; and could be on sale by around October 2016.

Improvement of this model will relate to its outlook, but also on increased autonomy movement. The  new design direction, as a preliminary solution of the new Nissan Leaf is seen concept from Geneva. Although initially thought that the Nissan Sway concept, is introduction of the new generation Nissan Micra model, turned out differently. Sway concept had the task to display the new design language of future small car of company. Five door hatchback will better show in the form of a new generation Nissan Leaf, rather than the other one. The company stated that the 2017 Leaf certainly be a nice looking car. But it is possible to except a few surprises. The director of the design team is actually pointed out the possibilities of personalization of the new 2017 Nissan Leaf. Customers will be able to emphasize the car's electric nature and mitigate the conventional look.

Rumors about the increased autonomy of movement of the new Leaf to even 400 km. Nissan has been working on improving batteries for its Leaf model. In fact, these are multiple battery size options. Still top performance in case of the Nissan EV will be about 300 km on a single charge moving. This is definitely a big improvement compared to previous success in this segment. Although there is still no information about a possible change in price 2017 Nissan Leaf, some indications do exist. Each of the models that can be distinguished by the battery package running on it, to each other will vary and its prices.

Honda FCV Concept 2018

 Honda Fuel Cell Vehicle Concept





The new Honda fuel-cell car will feature a spacious cabin with seating for 5-passengers, a driving range estimated to be in excess of 300 miles, and an anticipated refueling time of approximately 3 minutes at a pressure of 70 MPa. Its fuel cell stack, which fits entirely within under the hood, is 33% smaller with a 60% increase in power density compared to the outgoing Honda FCX Clarity.

As the next progression in Honda's dynamic FCV styling, the Honda FCV Concept features a low, wide aerodynamic body with clean character lines. The interior strives to achieve harmony between man and machine by taking advantage of new power-train packaging efficiency delivering even greater passenger space than its predecessor, the 4-passenger Honda FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle.

In an effort to ensure Honda's environmental vehicles remain strong competitors and provide a new sales volume pillar, the company will offer several next generation, advanced power train vehicles, including a new battery electric model and pug in hybrid model by 2018. Additionally, the company plans further application of its 2 and 3 motor hybrid systems in the years to come.

Saturday, 11 April 2015

CHEVROLET BOLT-2017

The Chevrolt Bolt EV is an all-electric crossover developed by General Motors and unveiled in concept form at the 2015 North American Inernational Auto Show.

GM excepts the Bolt to deliver an all-electric range of 200mi (320 km), sharing its lithium-ion battery technology with the upcoming second generation Chevrolet Volt.



The vehicle (although date has yet to be set) will become part of the Chevrolet lineup as an entry in 2017 model year. Suppliers have indicated the bolt will enter production in 2016 at GM's Orion assembly plant. 

Chevrolet has acknowledged that there is confusion about having two vehicles with a similar sounding name Bolt and Volt, it is expected to be renamed before it goes into production in 2017

TESLA LAUNCH MODEL S 70D AWD

TESLA Introducing All-Wheel Drive Model S 70D


The Model S 70D, an all-wheel drive electrive car with a 0-60 time of 5.2 seconds and a 240 mile range at 65 mph.

Model S is in 3 new colors: Ocean Blue, Obsidian Black, and Warm Silver.


"Even at a starting price of $75k, the Model S 70D offers a broad and compelling set of features. Morever, when one factors in the cost advanges over an internal combustion engine vehicle, including fuel saving and incentives, the actual cost of owing Model S 70D comes to about $55k over 5 years."




In addition to having independently operational front and rear motors, the 70D includes Supercharging to enable free long distance travel, autopilot hardware, navigation, blind spot detection and many other features.
As with every Model S, the 70D will receive free over the air updates that add functionality and improve the driving experience for years to come.

HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID-2016

SONATA HYBRIB

Hyundai will bring an electric mid-size sedan to market in 2016. SK Innovations, battery supplier for the Kia Soul EV, will provide packs for Hyundai's PHEVs, while LG Chem has been tasked with producing next generation batteries for Hyundai's 2016 midsize electric sedan.

Former vice president of BMW, Albert Biermann, will be in-charge of Hyundai's electric car program.




"Hyundai's first pure EV will be a mid-sized sedan. Equipped with improved batteries, enhanced system management and lighter materials, the upcoming model will weigh about 30% less than existing hybrid EVs. "






The future plug-in hybrid electric vehicles coming from Hyundai include a sporty electric car, a SUV and smaller sedans/hatchbacks.