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Going Green – Honorable Mention – Aptera the Super Cool Electric Car

Ok this one isn’t quite luxury but it looks too cool to leave out of the list

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Wide Stance/Unique three wheel design

Just like a linebacker poised for the blitz, the Aptera takes a wide, three-point stance that makes the vehicle very stable, yet very agile. Push on the throttle, turn the wheel and the Aptera’s neutral chassis carves through corners like it’s on rails.

Fluid exterior form

Birds glide gracefully through the air, so why not expect your vehicle to do the same? The Aptera draws inspiration from nature’s creatures that embrace the environment instead of trying to fight it. Some people think we’re crazy, but we think it’s crazy that most vehicles spend more than 50% of their energy pushing wind out of the way.

Gullwing doors

The gullwing doors open upwards, not outwards. So no matter how tight your parking spot is, you’ll never have trouble opening the door wide enough to get out.

Eco-Chic Seating

You haven’t heard? Wasteful fabric is, like, so ‘totally’ out right now. Welcome the new kid on the block; it’s Eco-Chic Seating featuring recycled material that is colored with natural dyes.

Efficiency Meter

The efficiency meter helps you keep track of the energy you’re using. It also aids in establishing bragging rights. Please use respectfully.

Smart Phone Connectivity

Time to put all those playlists to work. Simply plug ‘n’ play music through the audio system, and with the push of a button, switch over for that important incoming call.

Rear Vision System

Displayed on a centralized screen, this system helps you keep your eyes on what’s in front of you, while never losing sight of what’s behind you. Additionally, the combination of a wide-view camera and adjustable mirrors help you say goodbye to blind spots.

Solar assisted climate control system

Be it scorching hot or absolutely freezing, you will approach your Aptera with confidence because you know that the solar cells on your roof are not there just for a fashion statement. They are there to keep your cabin at a welcoming temperature at all times.

Cavernous Cargo Compartment

With enough room for 15 bags of groceries, a couple of surfboards, or sets of golf bags, this cargo space is sure to meet your needs.

Driver and Passenger Airbags

We know the unthinkable happens, and when it does we want to make sure you’re prepared. That’s why your Aptera comes with a full complement of driver and passenger airbags.

Front Impact Zone

Your Aptera’s nimble handling should be more than adequate to help you avoid almost any collision. In the unfortunate case that you cannot, feel secure in knowing your vehicle is equipped with a front impact zone fashioned after the systems that protect race car drivers in high-speed collisions.

Side Impact Beams

Aptera is committed to your protection. That’s why both doors feature integrated side impact beams that distribute the force of a side impact as far away from you as possible.

Passenger Safety Cell/Cabin

We broke the rules again by creating a super-strong composite and aluminum safety cell to protect you and your passenger. We then added airbags, aluminum door reinforcements and more just because we like overdoing it on safety.

April 10th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Uncategorized | no comments

Mercedes reportedly working on all-electric luxury car

April 9th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Uncategorized | no comments

Going Green in Style – Electric Car – Fisker Karma

FISKER KARMA

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Plug-in hybrid technology Q DRIVE
  • 0-60 in less than 6 seconds (0-100 km/h 6 seconds)
  • Top speed 125 mph (200 km/h)
  • Two Driving Modes: The driver will be able to select between two modes of driving. The first mode is Stealth Drive, which is the quiet economy mode for optimal relaxed and efficient driving. By flipping the second paddle behind the steering wheel, the car will switch to Sport Drive, which will access the full power of the vehicle.
  • Regenerative brakes featured to recapture braking energy
  • Low center of gravity provides optimal sport vehicle driving dynamics

April 8th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Kindle2, Uncategorized | no comments

Going Green in Style – Electric Car – Cadillac Converj

Luxury Meets Technology Inside

The Converj’s interior has advanced features and luxurious appointments blending efficiency and environmental consciousness. The 2+2 configuration is trimmed in contrasting Winter White synthetic suede – including the top of the instrument panel – and Midnight Black leather, with polished aluminum and wood grain accents. Renewable materials are used throughout such as wool-blend carpeting, a headliner made from silk, suede made from post-industrial content and more.

A technologically advanced driver center increases efficiency and reduces the draw on the battery. Features include:

  • New, organic light-emitting diode technology used on reconfigurable instrument cluster
  • Touch-screen navigation, climate, center-stack controls and audio systems
  • Adjustable, overhead white ambient lighting
  • Unique “power on” sequence featuring blue-lit console graphics
  • Screen displays for features including regenerative braking, battery charge level and power output
  • No inside rearview or outside mirrors; cameras provide surrounding images on a screen placed high on the instrument panel for a full, panoramic view
  • Push-button ignition and power-folding front seats

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April 7th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Uncategorized | no comments

Going Green in Style – Luxury Electric Car – Tesla

Saw this car and it looked very hot!  Since I no nothing about cars, I’ll show you want Tesla says about Tesla

Acceleration & Torque

Instant Freedom

The first time you drive the Tesla Roadster, prepare to be surprised. You’re at freeway speed in seconds without even thinking about it. There is no clutch pedal to contend with and no race-car driving techniques to perform. Just the touch of your foot and you’re off, without any of the sluggishness of an automatic.

How powerful is the acceleration? A quick story to illustrate. A favorite trick here at Tesla Motors is to invite a passenger along and ask him to turn on the radio. At the precise moment we ask, we accelerate. Our passenger simply can’t sit forward enough to reach the dials. But who needs music when you’re experiencing such a symphony of motion.

Rest assured that this responsiveness works at all speeds, as noticeable when you’re inching your way through parking lots as when flying along freeways.

100% Torque, 100% of the Time

The Tesla Roadster delivers full availability of performance every moment you are in the car, even while at a stoplight. Its peak torque begins at 0 rpm and stays powerful at 14,000 rpm.

This is the precise opposite of what you experience with a gasoline engine, which has very little torque at a low rpm and only reaches peak torque in a narrow rpm range. This forces you to make frequent gear changes to maintain optimal torque. With the Tesla Roadster, you get great acceleration and the highest energy efficiency at the same time. All while requiring no special driving skills to enjoy it. This makes the Tesla Roadster six times as efficient as the best sports cars while producing one-tenth of the pollution.

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April 6th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Uncategorized | no comments

Go Green – Zap Electric Vehicles

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ZAP is a leading distributor of fuel efficient alternative energy vehicles in the United States, and has already established a network of licensed automotive dealers throughout the United States and is preparing to expand internationally. In June 2007, ZAP announced a high performance electric vehicle called the Alias which is expected to be more affordable and available sooner than the ZAP-X but uses similar technology. We intend to grow our distribution base significantly over the next several years. ZAP launched the XEBRA in 2006. Our first automotive product comes in a four-passenger sedan version and a two-passenger utility pickup version. According to the Electric Auto Association, there are over 56,000 EVs on the road today. It is estimated that almost all EVs sold to date are LSVs. Because of its unique design, the Xebra is not restricted to 25 MPH under the LSV laws in the US. ZAP regulates the Xebra at a top speed of up to 40 MPH to fill the growing demand for electric vehicles in use for urban, in-town driving.
The Company believes the EV market niche will continue to grow rapidly, especially with the introduction of affordable vehicles such as the XEBRA that will retail for less than $11,700 and deliver features, such as speeds up to 40 mph, not currently available among existing EVs.
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March 11th, 2009 Posted by GirlieGeek | Cool Gadgets | no comments