Category Archives: Vehicle Design

Good Overview of ICEs and the challenge

Posted on August 30, 2012 by George B.

Worth The Watch                                                                                                                                      No, I don’t think we need believe all they say, but the overview is good. If you have access to movies, you might consider watching “Revenge of the Electric Car.” It would be timely if you did, as we … Continue reading →

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Ford’s Allowance Certificate to Edsel Owners

Posted on April 25, 2012 by George B.

It was a lesson the Auto Industry never should have forgotten.  “It’s very expensive to build cars people don’t want to buy”.  But there’s a big distinction between this Ford failure and this present mess we see at GM, The Edsel was Ford’s mess, … Continue reading →

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EV1.ORG A testament to our failing school system.

Posted on March 31, 2012 by George B.

America, land of the free? Well, I do think I still have the freedom of opinion, and all that follows is my opinion. I’ve got a page for you that I think is the basis for study and reflection, it … Continue reading →

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The Smart Car, Here's an excellent study of reality.

Posted on March 21, 2012 by George B.

Some of you might have read a past article about the ‘Smart Car’ I will forever remember one commenter who wrote, “I’m 60 years old, and I try to be a responsible person.” I reflect, and think just how subjective the … Continue reading →

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The Practical Utility/Commuter Vehicle

Posted on March 13, 2012 by George B.

Open Source Utility car? We simply need to copy the Locost 7 Movement. Continue reading →

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In the news this AM, Chevy Volt, and a lesson in Value Engineering

Posted on March 3, 2012 by George B.

March 2nd 2012 is a date to remember, the Chevy Volt Factory DID shut down Friday due to lack of orders. Government Motors simply missed the price point.    All those Qued up orders from California, thousands upon thousands they told us, … Continue reading →

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New EV Refueling Station, just a few blocks from the Utterpower Shop!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by George B.

Right out in front of the Drug Store on the corner of 272nd and 132nd in Kent WA. Glad to see this new unit in the neighborhood,  I had to go over and check it out, you can grab hold … Continue reading →

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Ignorant People buy Smart Cars?

Posted on February 24, 2012 by George B.

The smart car, not so good fuel economy, no crush zones, no room for your friends, and not so good on fuel economy. So why do people buy it? My answer, the car is sold to the Gang Green crowd, all … Continue reading →

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Get yours Now! The Government is here to help!

Posted on February 14, 2012 by George B.

Hybrid Prototype Above: This Gem is owned by a collector, there’s a big three phase motor under the hood. This truck was owned by a carnival, and as the story goes, two Carni Maintenance Men designed the truck, they needed … Continue reading →

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The Moment of Truth? Who Killed The Electric Car?

Posted on February 2, 2012 by George B.

Feb 2, 2012 http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/What-Options-Would-You-Like-With-Your-Tesla-EV/ http://canterburyheritage.blogspot.com/2009/04/early-christchurch-electric-vehicles.html The first significant advancement in Electric Vehicles was likely battery technology that allowed you to recharge numerous times, and even allow the cells to set discharged for years without  damage. I think it was a Nickle-Iron cell made by … Continue reading →

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