Saturday, October 25, 2008

Australia and the Global Financial Crisis


October 25, 2008

The Mule
 
A year ago, many commentators were extolling the idea that Australia's economy had 'de-coupled' from the United States and Europe, and would continue to be powered by the rapid growth of China and other developing nations.

www.stubbornmule.net/2008/10/australia-and-the-gfc/

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Mass use of electric cars four years away


October 23, 2008

Powering up ... a Hyundai hatchback getting some juice.
 
Within just four years, most Australians will be able to drive an electric car and recharge it at special plug-in points at home, the office or shopping centres.

www.smh.com.au/news/environment/energy-smart/mass-use-of-electric-cars-four-years-away/2008/10/23/1224351434451.html

Friday, October 10, 2008

RUF's electric Porsche breaks cover


October 10 2008

the eRUF Model A Concept
 
Rumors of RUF's impending electric Porsche were true, except that the actual vehicle is based on a Porsche 911, not the Cayman as previously reported. Powered by a three-phase electric motor that offers about 200 horsepower along with an impressive 480 lb.-ft. of torque, the eRUF Model A can reportedly hit 60 miles per hour in under seven seconds and can reach a top speed of 160.

www.autoblog.com/2008/10/10/rufs-electric-porsche-breaks-cover/