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January 9, 2023

It’s Electric! Free On-Line EV Training

Thousands of Green jobs are being created free by the US Department of Energy with Christy Cooper at the wheel. Four great videos! We are creating a series on EV education so stay tuned!Fleet and facility managers interested in developing expertise in fleet electrification can enroll in the Federal Energy Management Program’s (FEMP) fleet management training courses.In Video 1, you’ll learn about different EV types and their driving ranges, regenerative braking and drivetrain modes, electric veh

January 9, 2023

It’s Electric! Look Ma, No Magnets

It’s Electric! In this video, Dr. Martin Berger of Mahle developed a “wear-free” and can run continuously at 90% of its maximum output which is ideal for EVs, as well as towing, the company said.German supplier Mahle claims to have a “wear-free” electric motor good for towing, performance EVs. The image is of Lightyear 0 in-wheel motor co-developed and manufactured by Elaphe Propulsion Technologies Ltd.And now the video from Mahle! Thanks for tuning in!

January 5, 2023

It’s Electric! Wolf Moon IRA Petition

Buzz Smith is an EVangelist and EV hero to many. Interviewed by TV host Betsy Rosenberg, “THE” petition can help make the USA become a powerhouse in electric vehicle with $Green incentives! Petition link in story and Farzad Mesbahi is in!The Inflation Reduction Act has a stipulation where Pure Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles are able to take advantage of up to $7,500 as Federal Tax Credits when purchasing these types of vehicles.This was crafted so that the US would become a power

January 4, 2023

It’s Electric! Built in USA, the 1

The Peterson Musuem holds some great vehicles. The Curtiss all-electric motorcycle is about to become a legend in its own time with Gareth Roberts and Bill Roberson at Forbes. Bring back the classics clean & Green!As is the case in high-end, one-off collector vehicles, this is not for evey one yet did catch the eye of Forbes by Bill Robertson. “The electric motorcycle continues to see rapid development from companies like Zero, Harley-Davidson, Energica and a slew of startups, but one marque tha

January 3, 2023

It’s Electric! Aptera Meets Tian

It’s Electric! Thomas Koch is making the Koch Brother’s look good by going Green. And Aptera, take notice of the moves and patents on this pure EV 3-wheeler and in the videos.As per the web site Ecoist is an engineering lead automotive OEM from Ängelholm, Sweden.They develop vehicles for people with sustainable lifestyles. Ecoist customers have no specific age, race, nationality or creed. However, they all share a love of our planet, Mother Earth.Thomas Koch says he has developed many advanced p

January 2, 2023

It’s Electric! NASCAR USA Goes EV

Converting internal combustion engines to all-electric gave me the reputation as a Greenie in the muscle/racing events we cover. When Nascar promotes EV’s at Delaware Dover Downs, we were directed to Doug Yorke.And according to Hot Cars, Electrification is the way to go for both public roads and racetracks. One of the most renowned disciplines in motorsport, NASCAR, seems to have adopted the inevitable electric future. Kickin’ The Tires have unearthed details on NASCAR showcasing a prototype ele

January 1, 2023

It’s Electric! Classic gets new Life

When Jay Leno was recently burned working on one of his favorite collector ICE cars, an offer was made to convert it to EV. The ending all came out good and Jay is doing well. One of ways to reduce the hazards of collecting vintage vehicles is to add all-electric in-wheel motors to move the vehicles around without having to ignite the ICE. Fumes, sounds and wear are reduced considerably!A longtime friend and associate of Jay Leno’s described the accident that caused Leno to suffer facial burns,

December 31, 2022

It’s Electric! Biden Won – Happy 2023

It’s Electric! This one-off, legally registered Biden 1 (Biden Won) license plate was made for the Biden’s all-electric converted classic in 2022. See how you can win gifts from GreenTV in 2023! The all-electric converted 2022 BidenMobile! The all-electric 2023 BidenMobile conversion headed to the upcoming new year SEMA!Many thanks to “Uncle Joe” for believing in me and advocating clean, Greened transportation.And now, how can you win in 2023? Easy, just subscribe to our new YouTube Channel here

December 29, 2022

It’s Electric! USA Today: EV Conversions

When USA was pitched a decades ago about the growing network of people converting gas vehicles to electric, we were told there was no interest. Years later Thomas Peirpert, changed the tune with this video!According to Thomas, “a small but expanding group of tinkerers, racers, engineers and entrepreneurs across the country who are converting vintage cars and trucks into greener, and often much faster, electric vehicles.Despite derision from some purists about the converted cars resembling golf c

December 28, 2022

It’s Electric! Autonomous EV Tractor

Look Ma, no hands! According to Clean Technica, Monarch Tractor goal is assisting farmers in lowering their carbon footprints, enhancing field safety, streamlining farming operations, and boosting their bottom lines.Monarch has announced that its Founder Series MK-V tractor has started coming off the production line at its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Livermore, California. The Monarch MK-V is a fully electric, driver-optional, smart tractor with lots of bells and whistles.The trac

December 27, 2022

It’s Electric! Delaware gets Picked Up

Joseph Chu has an amazing history and vision. Our idea of an inexpensive EV that also fulfills the needs for many is found in The Pickman coming to President Biden’s State of Delaware!Joe’s bio reads like a true blue USA innovator:Specialty in developing, selling an managing automotive/electronic products with 10+ years of experience:- Invented a rechargeable cigarette lighter sold 500,000+ units to Walmart checkout counters.- Spearheaded a new electronic product category and grew to more than 4

December 27, 2022

It’s Electric! Tiny 600 Horsepower Motor

It’s an electric motor that is a small powerhouse. Koenigsegg brings one of the most power and torque design drive units developed for electric vehicles says Motor Authority.The Quark electric motor weighs 63 pounds and develops up to 335 hp and 486 lb-ft of torque. Aerospace-spec steel and direct cooling helps to keep the size small, while carbon-fiber parts, made using the same processes that Koenigsegg uses for its carbon wheels, help to keep the weight down.Koenigsegg also describes the moto