Buffett Backs China Green-Auto Venture
Warren Buffett has taken a green leap forward. Des Moines-based MidAmerican Energy, controlled by Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (BRKA), plans to pay about $231 million for a 10% stake in Chinese auto...
View ArticleThe myth and cost of a 'green' electric car
When Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty announced last year that he would pay people to buy electric cars, he justified his decision as environmentally smart and industrially expedient. Worth as much as...
View ArticleChina carmakers venture into hybrid, electric models
With development still in its early stages, China suppliers are jumping on the opportunity to release hybrid and fully electric vehicles that can perform as well as those made by industry giants. more...
View Article2010 Guangzhou Auto Show: General Motors Introduces Sail Electric Vehicle...
General Motors is participating in the 2010 Guangzhou Auto Show, which began today, through its Shanghai GM joint venture. Under the theme of "Drive to Green and Leading Innovation," it is showcasing...
View ArticleShanghai subsides Tesla cars, waives license plate fee
Buyers of a Tesla Model S will get a free license plate in Shanghai, opening the way for Tesla sales in one of the largest and richest cities in China. Normally, buyers of a new car need to bid for a...
View ArticleChina Announces New Subsidies to Encourage Officials to Buy Energy-Efficient...
China announced new subsidies and other inducements Sunday to get government officials and agencies to buy energy-efficient vehicles in a renewed boost for a sector Beijing has had high hopes for....
View ArticleChina Air Pollution in 2014
What is the situation with China air pollution in 2014? We update the story and look at new steps being taken by the central government this year. more »China Environmentair pollutionair quality...
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