Nissan, Hyundai, Ford & Samsung SDI, Isle of Man.
Nissan Leaf hits Mexican roads: Sales of the all-electric Nissan have just started at certified dealers in Mexico City, making it the first EV available in the country. Moreover, Nissan is cooperating with the Mexican government is setting up an electric corridor between Mexico City and Cuernavaca.
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Compliance car: Hyundai admitted that it is only offering its Tucson fuel cell vehicle in California, because it earns the carmaker zero emission vehicle (ZEV) credits. For every unit leased for the next 36 months, the Korean will earn 26 points, allowing it to sell more cars with combustion engines there.
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Joint battery research: Ford and Samsung SDI work together to develop next-generation Li-on batteries to be used in Ford’s hybrid cars and vehicles with start-stop technology. The research includes systems combining Li-ion with lead-acid batteries, with the aim to eventually replace the 12-V lead-acid with Li-ion batteries completely.
automotiveworld.com
John McGuiness sets new record: He finished the 37.7-mile course at the TT Zero on the Isle of Man in 19:17 minutes, driving an average speed of 117.366 mph. He is also the first to complete a full electric lap in less than 20 minutes. Needless to say, he was also crowned the winner of the alternative-drive motorcycle race.
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