Electric cars vs. biofuels: The presidential energy debate heats up

Electric cars vs. biofuels: The presidential energy debate heats up

Drawing a sharp contrast with his Democratic rival, John McCain today assailed government subsidies for ethanol production and unveiled a set of proposals aimed at encouraging the development and mass adoption of electric vehicle technologies.

McCain would provide a $5,000 tax credit to consumers who buy… Continue Reading

Epyon raises funding to speed vehicle battery charging

Epyon, a developer and manufacturer of fast battery chargers for super-fast plug-in hybrid and full-electric vehicles, has raised a “multi-million” dollar venture round led by Chrysalix Energy.

Based in the Netherlands, Epyon’s chargers can supposedly reduce charging time to 10 to 15 minutes, versus five to… Continue Reading