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How Does a Sexy Car Make It In a Hippie Town?

Rachel Cernansky — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Tesla Motors launched its newest gallery in Boulder to an enthusiastic crowd of prospective buyers, electric car fanatics, and anyone else who managed to get through the door of the most happening spot in town on Friday night. All for an electric vehicle that can reach 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds with no gasoline-or of course, emissions.

Could Range Anxiety Sabotage the Promise of Electric Cars?

Michael Graham Richard — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:30:00 GMT

Electric cars are all the rage these days (at least in the media, if not on the roads), and one expression that is sure to gain currency is "range anxiety". What is it and how can we remove that anxiety? That's what I want to talk about today.

5 Fall Must-Haves for the Low-Impact Life

Cara Smusiak — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:30:00 GMT

Everyone has a few things they never leave home without. Keys, cell phone, and wallet are on most people's lists, any many add in items like a sweater or hat depending on the season. But most people forget about the things they should carry so they can be as green as possible.

Would You Run Over a Rush Limbaugh Cutout with a SUV?

David DeFranza — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Last night, popular talk radio personality Rush Limbaugh made an appearance on the Jay Leno Show. During the program, Limbaugh had the opportunity to drive an electric Ford Focus on Leno's test track.

Is the Electric Car Dead or Reborn? Join Us in the Who Killed the Electric Car Forum

Michael Graham Richard — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Who Killed the Electric Car?, an excellent documentary by Chris Paine, will soon air on Planet Green. Join us to discuss the film and the future of electric cars in general.

Want to Plug In Your Hybrid? Join Project Get Ready!

Rachel Cernansky — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Project Get Ready is a new initiative seeking to help the nation (and Canada!) make the shift away from fossil fuels. Under the project, coalitions in six cities are working with the Colorado-based Rocky Mountain Institute to develop plug-in vehicle infrastructure.

Who Killed the Electric Car? on Planet Green, October 3, 31 and November 28

Team Planet Green — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:26:00 GMT

Who Killed the Electric Car? takes a look at General Motors' development, then removal of the electric EV1 in the 1990s. Using archival footage and interviews, writer-director Chris Paine weaves together a story that ponders the question: why didn't the electric Ev1 last?

Zip Around on a DIY Plug-In, Hybrid Trike--No Joke

Jessica Root — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:01:00 GMT

With the risk of being mistaken for a Jetson, this 225 MPG Plug-In Hybrid Trike can get you to your destination of choice, as fast as 80 miles per hour using a combo of diesel-electric power.

Nissan Electric Cars are Coming to Your Town!

Seth Leitman — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Thanks to Planet Green I was able to test drive the Nissan E cube electric car. Nissan has been promoting their electric car technologies across the country. I was able to check out the car at Bear Mountain State Park in New York.

How to Electric Car Charge Anywhere with a 50-Foot Extension Cord

Brian Merchant — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Whenever anyone starts talking about the downsides of driving an electric car, one thing inevitably comes up: limited range. Some EVs get as little mileage per charge as 25 miles—which makes it hard to rely upon the car for anything other than corner store visits and uber brief joyrides. And even though the newest generation of electric cars get closer to 300 miles per charge, it's still a deterrent for longer trips, and it cuts into a driver's sense of security. But there is a workaround—it's not the most convenient solution. But it beats both paying at the pump and leaving your vehicle at home. And it's simple.