Transportation

Recent News

Shiny New Locomotives – Fast, Too – For Amtrak

amtrak siemens cities sprinter

Speed and more energy efficient locomotives bound for Amtrak service in the Northeast begin rolling off the assembly line in Sacramento. Read more →

Solar Impulse Departs Phoenix, Headed To Dallas

solar impulse solar airplane

The remarkable, sun-fueled Solar Impulse airplane departs Phoenix at 4:47 this morning, headed to Dallas as its cross-country journey resumes. Read more →

Tesla Repays DOE Loan, Way Early

tesla loan repayment

The U.S. Department of Energy confirms that Tesla Motors has paid back its $465 million government loan nine years early. Read more →

California EV Drivers Happy, But About That Range…

california electric vehicle survey

The vast majority of electric vehicle owners love their vehicles, according to a big California survey. The one issue that popped up a lot: Yep, range. Read more →

West Coast Drives Leaf EV Sales Bump

image via Nissan

The lower-priced Nissan Leaf is selling better in 2013, particularly in West Coast areas that have extensive charging infrastructure. Read more →