EveryJoe » duel-fuel

Hybridfest 2008 – Madison, Wisc.

Hilary — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:01:47 +0000

If you’re near Wisconsin in mid-July, stop by Hybridfest 2008. The third annual convention will focus heavily on driving techniques to help save between 30 cents and 1 dollar per gallon. Along with that, you’ll see more alternative energy cars here than anywhere else.

Hybridfest 2008
Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, July 20 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Located at Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wisconsin

You’ll be able to catch plug-ins, electrics, biodiesel, hydrogen and other alternative autos, as well as listen to the experts speak on how to save gas with everyday vehicles. Then there’s the Hybridfest MPG Challenge where drivers do their best to stretch their mileage.

Speakers include:
Felix Kramer, Cal-Cars
Mike Granoff, Project Better Place
Jo-Ann Yantzis, Clean Energy
Francis Vogel, Wisconsin Clean Cities
Wayne Gerdes, CleanMPG
Peter Kozan, MPG Challenge Winner
Michael Sefton, Diesels 101

Hybridfest 2008 is presented as part of Dane County Fair. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 11, parking and admission for younger children is free. Visit the Hybridfest website for more information.

* Don’t forget to comment to win a free Rand McNally road atlas … now Earth-Friendlier!*

Post from: EveryJoe

Hybridfest 2008 – Madison, Wisc.

Electric-Propane hybrid? Hyundai’s Elantra in 2009, Kia hybrid 2010

Hilary — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:09:54 +0000

For the most part, in the U.S. Hyundai travels under the radar. Despite winning the Michelin Challenge Bibendum with their hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle, the Tuscon FCEV, and having a healthy test fleet, no one’s really thought of them as a contender in the race toward greener autos. That may change next year as the South Korean company not only reveals two new hybrids … but one of which utilizes propane to create even fewer emissions.

Hyundai’s Elantra will come in two varieties. One version will run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) … propane. The other version will be a “traditional” gas-electric hybrid.

Following will be a hybrid version of the Hyundai Sonata in 2010, along with a Kia Optima hybrid and an SUV hybrid called the Borrego. Their existing hydrogen fuel-cell program also has plans for expansion, with the first cars for sale hitting lots in 2012.

I was surprised to learn that propane is actually 3rd, after diesel, in the world’s choice for car fuels. It lasts longer, and cars using propane tend to last longer too. It also kicks out 60% fewer emissions than gasoline. Sounds like a great choice for a hybrid.

Post from: EveryJoe

Electric-Propane hybrid? Hyundai’s Elantra in 2009, Kia hybrid 2010

BMW’s Dual-Fuel Hydrogen 7 Series

Hilary — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:23:52 +0000

Who needs a Tesla or Fisker when there’s a hydrogen-powered 7 Series on the road? People without that much cash to blow, apparently. BMW hasn’t even put a price on the car, but it’s gas-only alternative tops in around $395,000.

Available to rent, and for perusal at certain events (like the upcoming Olympics) ownership of the friendliest luxury limo on the market remains a company privilege.

More here (a WHOLE lot more, including hydrogen sourcing, production, and when we can expect an affordable BMW hydrogen fleet on the road) …

Post from: EveryJoe

BMW’s Dual-Fuel Hydrogen 7 Series