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Nissan Leaf Hits the Track
Wednesday, May 11th, 2011
By: PB Editor
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
The name on the back panel, just under the massive adjustable rear wing, says Nissan LEAF. The powertrain is a 100-percent zero-emission advanced Lithium-ion battery design, just like the one found in the mass-market electric vehicle. And despite its lack of rear doors, rear seat, trunk, audio system, navigation, carpeting and other amenities, there is a discernable family resemblance.
But that’s where the similarities end between the production Nissan LEAF and the Nissan LEAF NISMO RC. As indicted by the “RC”—for Racing Competition—the purpose-built electric car is truly “racing green.”
Nissan is looking at the racing world as a way to draw attention to the seemingly untapped potential of electric vehicles, according to a press release.
“Combining the talents of NISMO, Nissan’s world renowned motorsports group, and engineers behind some of the company’s Super GT and FIA GT1 race teams, the Nissan LEAF NISMO RC will serve as a rolling laboratory for the accelerated development of EV and aerodynamic systems, as well as a platform for the development of new green motorsports series,” said Carlos Tavares, chairman, Nissan Americas.
The new electric race vehicle is set to make a series of special demonstration appearances at various motorsports venues in 2011, with the company exploring pioneering a zero-emission competition spec series in future years, according to the release.
The Nissan LEAF NISMO RC is designed and constructed as a real racing machine, starting with its full carbon fiber monocoque bodywork. The three-piece bodywork includes removable front and rear sections, fixed windows, LED headlights and taillights and adjustable rear wing.
Building on the exterior styling of the production Nissan LEAF, the two-door race version was created by Nissan Global Design Center in Japan. Special four-coat Pearl White paint with blue NISMO/Zero Emission graphics completes the exterior.
Dimensionally, the race car features a 3.9-inch shorter wheelbase, is 0.8 inches longer and 6.7 inches wider. The most dramatic difference is height, with the NISMO RC sitting more than a foot (13.8 inches) lower than the production Nissan LEAF.
Ground clearance is limited to 2.4 inches, compared to 6.3 inches for the road car. And, at 2,068 pounds, the race car weighs about 40 percent less than the production vehicle.
The layout of the NISMO RC is also markedly different from the production sedan, offering a mid-ship location for the battery pack, electric motor and inverter—with drive to the rear wheels versus the production Nissan LEAF’s front-wheel drive. The NISMO RC also utilizes a double-wishbone suspension design front and rear, and driver-adjustable brake balance.It rides on 18-inch, six-spoke wheels and P225/40R18 Bridgestone racing tires.
Like the production Nissan LEAF, the NISMO RC is powered by a lithium-ion battery composed of 48 compact modules and a high-response 80kW AC synchronous motor that generates 107 hp and 207 foot-pounds of torque. It can be charged up to 80 percent of its full capacity in 30 minutes using the quick charging port located inside the rear cowl.
It has no tailpipe, no emission of CO2 or other greenhouse gases while being driven, and no exhaust sound.
In preliminary testing the NISMO RC produces 0-to-62-mph acceleration in 6.85 seconds and a top speed of 93 mph. It is projected to have a running time of around 20 minutes under racing conditions.
“There’s a perception among some people that electric vehicles fall on the dull side of the automotive enthusiasm scale, which is certainly not the case with either the production Nissan LEAF or this electrifying Nissan LEAF NISMO RC,” added Tavares. “Nissan LEAF owners are fully embracing this new world of zero-emission technology. We believe the same potential exists in the motorsports world as well, with Nissan proud to be first on the starting grid.”
source : http://performancebiz.com/news/nissan-leaf-hits-track
Nissan LEAF Nismo RC New York Auto Show Preview
Thursday, May 5th, 2011
This is the Nissan LEAF Nismo RC, a racing variant of the LEAF electric car, that will be unveiled at the 2011 New York Auto Show
The Nissan LEAF Nismo RC (short for Racing Competition) is 3.9-inches shorter, 0.8-inches longer, 6.7-inches wider and a staggering 13.8-inches lower than the production Nissan LEAF. Ground clearance is limited to 2.4 inches, compared to 6.3 inches for the road going car. And, at 2,068 pounds, the race car weighs in at about 40 percent less than the production vehicle.
The LEAF Nismo RC is designed and constructed as a real racing machine, starting with its full carbon fiber monocoque bodywork.
The three-piece bodywork includes removable front and rear sections, fixed windows, LED headlights and taillights and driver-adjustable rear wing. Building on the unique exterior styling of the production Nissan LEAF, the 2-door race version was created by Nissan Global Design Center in Japan. Special 4-coat Pearl White paint with blue NISMO/Zero Emission graphics completes the exterior.
The layout of the Nismo RC is also markedly different from the production sedan, offering a mid-ship location for the battery pack, electric motor and inverter – with drive to the rear wheels versus the production Nissan LEAF’s front-wheel drive. The Nismo RC also utilizes a double-wishbone suspension design front and rear and driver-adjustable brake balance. It rides on 18-inch 6-spoke wheels and P225/40R18 Bridgestone racing tires.
Like the production Nissan LEAF, the Nismo RC is powered by a lithium-ion battery composed of 48 compact modules and a high-response 80kW AC synchronous motor that generates 107 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. It can be charged up to 80 percent of its full capacity in 30 minutes using the quick charging port located inside the rear cowl. And unlike other competition vehicles, the Nismo RC has no tailpipe, no emission of CO2 or other greenhouse gases while being driven, and no exhaust sound.
In preliminary testing the NISMO RC produces 0 to 62 mph acceleration in 6.85 seconds and a top speed of 93 miles per hour. It is projected to have a running time of around 20 minutes under racing conditions.
source: http://electriccarsreport.com/2011/04/new-york-auto-show-preview-nissan-leaf-nismo-rc/
Eco Minded Santa Barbara Allows Trash Burning?
Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011
Santa Barbara is the last place you would think you might get a Burn Permit to burn Trash and Brush. Especially in the High Fire Hazard Area. Has my Home town forgotten about how much Carbon is released into the air.. And lets not for get about the winds that blow right off the ocean, This is very irresponsible and should be Banned. This home owner “Earth First Construction” Should be ashamed.. This Irresponsible act filled our home with Ash and Smoke.. It covered our PV array with Ash, and Scared the hell out of us when we saw the 20′ tall Flames above our home!..
The City of Santa Barbra Must put and end to this behavior. Thanks to the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District they were forced to Stop the burn when they discovered the Nuisance and the Toxic trash in the flames.
We will be posting the video of the fire captured from our surveillance camera system on You Tube for the world to see how irresponsible this Gross Air Polluter Earth First Construction is .. How irresponsible..
More info can be found here ad Santa Barbara Ed Hat (http://www.edhat.com/site/tidbit.cfm?nid=54443)
Earth Day 2011 Coupon code
Friday, April 22nd, 2011This year we will run our Earth Day sale via our coupon code:
“earth day 2011″
Just enter the code to get 10% off all day. Earth Day April 22 2011.
Happy Earth Day 2011
2nd Generation eneloop In stock at DepotEco.com and ecobatteries.net
Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010New 2nd generation eneloop formula available at DepotEco.com and our Amazon store Ecobatteries.net
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4 AA eneloop 2nd Generation Rechargeable Batteries (AAx4) 1500 cycle 2000 mAh NiMh SEC-HR3U4BPN |
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8 AA eneloop 2nd Generation Rechargeable Batteries (AAx8) 1500 cycle 2000 mAh NiMh SEC-HR3U8BPN |
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AAA eneloop 2nd Generation Rechargeable Batteries (AAA x4) 1500 cycle 800 mAh NiMh SEC-HR4U4BPN |
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eneloop 2nd Generation Battery Charger Sanyo MQN064N NiMH Battery Charger with four 2nd Generation AA eneloop x 4 Batteries (1500 cycle) |
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eneloop 2nd Generation USB Battery Charger AA / AAA NiMH Charger with eneloop x 2 Batteries (1500 cycle) SEC-MDU012AAN |
How can you check which eneloop is a “1st Generation” or ” 2nd Generation” ?
All original SANYO battery packages containing the “2nd Gen” eneloop have the information “Up to 1500 times” on the front. Also you can differentiate the two generations by checking the model name which is written on each eneloop. The “1st Gen” cells have written HR-3UTG (AA) and HR-4UTG (AAA) on them, the “2nd Gen” eneloop HR-3UTGA (AA) and HR-4UTGA (AAA). Additionally the new models have a crown on them.
Find the new 2nd Generation eneloop Power Pack Kit here of course: (DepotEco.com , EcoBatteries.net , Depoteco@Amazon)
In Stock now click here to buy new 2nd Gen eneloop
Whats new with the new 2nd gen eneloop?
Charge Once and Use Years Later – eneloop batteries offer exceptional shelf life so you can use your rechargeable batteries when and where you need them most. You can charge your eneloop batteries once, store them away for up to three years and use them at a moment’s notice. After charging eneloop batteries they will maintain 75% of their capacity for up to three years. They are ready to be used immediately right out of the pack.
Clean Energy – Great for the Environment – Each year, Americans deposit 8 billion disposable batteries into landfills! eneloop batteries can be recharged up to1,500 times, which means that the purchase and use of a single eneloop cell can keep many hundreds of batteries from entering landfills! eneloop battery cells are completely recyclable which reduces the impact on the environment. They can be recycled free of charge at any of the 50,000+ Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) recycling centers near you.
What is the difference between the “old” and the “new” improved eneloop?
SANYO’s advanced rechargeable battery technology allowing them to last longer than ever before! They provide excellent performance-to-cost advantages over both conventional alkaline and other rechargeable batteries. Unlike disposable batteries which can only be used only once and are wasteful to the environment, the new eneloop batteries can be recharged up to 1,500 times. They comepre-charged and can be used immediately out of the pack. eneloop batteries deliver reliable battery performance when you need it the most!
- An extra of 500 charging cycles – instead of being rechargeable 1000 times, the new eneloop is even rechargeable up to 1500 times.
- Improved self-discharge. Even though the self discharge of the old eneloop was already very impressive, you can store the new eneloop for 3 years and still it will retain 75% of its capacity.
- You need a battery, which is reliable even when having cold temperatures? Before eneloop was suitable for temperatures as low as -10°C – now even until -20°C.
- The new eneloop is even more environment-friendly as it is pre-charged with solar energy in Japan.
| Original eneloop
(HR-3UTG / HR-4UTG) |
New formula eneloop
(HR-3UTGA (AA) / HR-4UTGA) |
| 1000 charging cycles | 1500 charging cycles |
| 85 % capacity after 1 year of storage | 75% capacity after 3 years of storage |
| suitable for temperatures as low as -10°C | suitable for temperatures as low as -20°C |
| pre-charged by regular energy | pre-charged by solar energy |
The specifications of eneloop will remain as they are. Both types are having a nominal voltage of 1,2 V. The Mignon-eneloop (AA) has a rating capacity of 2000 mAh, the Micro-eneloop (AAA) does have a rating capacity of 800 mAh.
Rechargeable up to 1500 times.
Incorporating new technologies for material, manufacturing method and structure developed through the knowledge gained since the first release of eneloop the number of times a battery can be recharged has been increased by the factor 1.5 to approximately 1,500 times compared to the conventional models. With the ability to recharge the battery more times, the new “eneloop” is both more economically competitive and enhanced in environmental awareness as it means the amount of overall battery waste will be reduced.
Ready to use even after 3 years of storage.
Rechargeable batteries typically have a self-discharge characteristic which gradually reduces charged energy over time. This is considered the downside of typical rechargeable batteries. It renders them inconvenient since they can not be used immediately after being purchased, requiring the batteries to be charged to start using them and recharged if they have been left on the shelf for a period of time. Since eneloop batteries have a low self-discharge rate, they are pre-charged and usable immediately after purchase like dry cell batteries. The new eneloop battery continues this tradition by using SANYO’s original “super-lattice alloy” for negative electrode material and improvement of materials and structure, a fully-charged “new eneloop” battery can maintain approximately 75% of charged power even after 3 years, ensuring that power is available when needed.
eneloop – ready to use rechargeable batteries
Since its launch in November 2005 eneloop has become well-known around the world as it has revolutionized the consumer-use rechargeable battery segment with its unique features:
- rechargeable approximately 1,500 times
- coming pre-charged, making it usable immediately after purchase
- its unique design departing from the look of traditional batteries
Source: http://www.eneloop.info/home/the-new-improved-eneloop.html
Panasonic to buy out Sanyo, Panasonic Electric
Thursday, July 29th, 2010By YURI KAGEYAMA
http://helenair.com/business/technology/article_e9823fee-7efd-50de-a020-03d44696f30b.html
Panasonic is planning to take 100 percent ownership of its subsidiaries Sanyo Electric and Panasonic Electric Works in a move costing up to $9.4 billion to strengthen green businesses such as electric cars and solar panels. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama)
Panasonic is planning to take 100 percent ownership of its subsidiaries Sanyo Electric and Panasonic Electric Works in a move costing up to $9.4 billion to strengthen green businesses such as electric cars and solar panels.
Japan’s biggest consumer electronics maker said in a statement Thursday it will buy shares in the two companies through a public tender offer, aiming for a complete purchase by April 2011. Shares in the target companies soared while Panasonic tumbled.
Panasonic Corp. already owns 51 percent of Panasonic Electric Works Co., which has lighting, electric and housing operations, and owns 50.05 percent of Sanyo Electric Co., a money-losing unit with strong battery and solar panel businesses that Panasonic took over in December.
Panasonic, which makes Viera TVs and Lumix digital cameras, plans to spend up to 818.4 billion yen ($9.4 billion) on buying out the two companies. It said it has cash and can borrow to finance the purchases but is also considering a share issue of up to 500 billion yen ($5.7 billion).
The move underlines the strategy of Panasonic President Fumio Ohtsubo who has repeatedly said that ecological businesses, including batteries for electric vehicles and solar panels for green homes, will be the backbone of the electronics maker.
Osaka-based Panasonic will offer 1,110 yen per share for Panasonic Electric and 138 yen per share for Sanyo in a tender starting Aug. 23 through Oct. 6. Panasonic will also carry out stock swaps to complete the buyout, if needed, it said.
Separately, the company’s earnings report Thursday showed it recovering from the slump it suffered after the global financial crisis.
April-June profit totaled 43.7 billion yen ($502 million), a reversal from a 53 billion yen loss a year earlier.
Quarterly revenue surged 35 percent to 2.161 trillion yen ($24.8 billion) as sales grew across the board for a wide range of products such as flat-panel TVs, Blu-ray recorders, air conditioners, rechargeable batteries, semiconductors and solar panels.
Still, Panasonic is facing touch competition not only from local rivals like Sony Corp. but also Samsung Electronics Co. of South Korea in other areas of consumer electronics such as flat TVs.
“To survive the competition and to foster growth in new markets, it is essential to foster quick strategic decision-making and the strength of the company,” the company said.
While Panasonic is hoping to shape its growth strategy around what it calls “green innovation,” it is also counting on growth in consumer electronics, showing a 3D camcorder for regular consumers Wednesday.
The company raised its forecasts for the full year through March 2011 to an 85 billion yen ($977 million) profit on 8.9 trillion yen ($102 billion) sales. It had previously expected 50 billion yen ($575 million) in profit on 8.8 trillion yen ($101 billion) sales.
That would be Panasonic’s first profit after two straight years of red ink.
Panasonic’s acquisition of Sanyo for $4.6 billion last year formed one of the world’s largest electronics makers.
New kind of batteries called lithium-ion _ in which Sanyo is among the top makers in the world _ are now mostly used in gadgets like laptops and cell phones. But they are expected to become key in electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.
Production in bigger numbers as a result of the Sanyo-Panasonic tie-up can lead to cost cuts, critical for the proliferation of the fledgling, still costly, battery technology for cars.
Panasonic also has a joint venture with Toyota Motor Corp. to produce batteries for hybrids and electric vehicles. Sanyo, which already does business with Honda Motor Co., Volkswagen AG and Ford Motor Co., is likely to be expanding partnerships with other automakers.
Sanyo Electric shares shot up 27 percent in Tokyo trading to 149 yen after Japanese business daily The Nikkei reported on Panasonic’s plans ahead of its announcement. Panasonic Electric jumped 15 percent to 1,124 yen but Panasonic Corp. sank 7.7 percent to 1,077 yen.
Earth Day Sales at DepotEco.com
Saturday, April 17th, 2010At DepotEco.com we’re celebrating Earth Day by offering specials on green, eco-friendly products that both minimize our impact on the earth and add simplicity to our own lives. We and our customers have come to realize that many of the green products we can use to help the environment can at the same time make our own routines more economical and practical. One way to cut down on waste, and on our own expenses, is to use reusable bags, reusable mugs, and rechargeable batteries. In honor of Earth Day we’re offering the following specials to make it easier than ever for people to make these simple changes.
PowerGenix NiZn Rechargeable Battery Earth Day Special.
PowerGenix and DepotEco have teamed up to bring you an extra special Earth Daydeal. DepotEco.com & Ecobatteries.net will be offering the extremely popular
Powergenix 5-Hour Fast Charger with 8 AA 1.6v Rechargeable NiZn Battery “Special” for just $24.99 a savings of $7.00 more than 20% off! ( Limit 4 per household)
also available at Depoteco@Amazon or EcoBatteries.net our Amazon Shop
Contigo AUTOSEAL Mugs
Earth Day week 2010 purchase a Indigo Blue Contigo AUTOSEAL Mug for only $9.99 rather than the regular $18.99 price (limited 2 per household while supplies last). The Stainless Steel AUTOSEAL Mug has a double wall, is vacuum-insulated and has a 100% leak proof lid that seals after every sip.
Rayovac PS3 Universal Smart Battery Charger with one AAA Rayovac Hybrid Four pack
This Year DepotEco.com has acquired the remaining USA inventory of the now discontinued but extremely popular Rayovac PS3 Universal Smart Battery Charger! So we are going to offer them to you for the price of $28.99 and throw in one 4 pack of Rayovac Hybrid AAA NiMh LSD Rechargeable Batteries for $7.99. (limited to four per household while supplies last $36.98 Total)
Rayovac PS3 Universal Smart Battery Charger only at DepotEco.com and EcoBatteries.net
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With these eco-friendly products you can greatly reduce your use of disposable cups and Alkaline Batteries, but these aren’t the only changes we want to help you make this year.
Our sincere hope is that these Earth Day specials will help you to make some simple changes this year that are completely practical and will also minimize your footprint on the earth.
We at DepotEco.com thank you for your interest in green, eco-friendly products and wish you a great Earth Day.
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Cyber Monday eneloop Holiday Specials 12/01/09
Thursday, November 26th, 2009Update 11/26/09
Cyber Monday Holiday Deals at DepotEco.com and DepotEco on Amazon.com
Available 12:01 a.m. Cyber Monday 12/01/09 Pacific Time
Back in stock just in time for Cyber Monday.
Cyber Monday Eneloop Powerpack, eneloop Battery Charger w/ 8 AA & 2 AAA Batteries Plus 4 C & 4 D Size adapters.
- Charger unit model # NC-MQN06U
- Charge 2 or 4 batteries at the same time in pairs.
- UL approved, rechargeable, Recyclable !
- New Package Item # 277265
Free standard shipping !! in the U.S.A. only
Cyber Monday Price: $29.99
Combining all of your battery needs into a convenient kit – that is the idea behind SANYO’s new eneloop Power Pack. The Power Pack comes equipped with a four position charger, eight AA eneloop batteries, two AAA eneloopbatteries, four eneloop C spacers and four eneloop D spacers, which makes this the perfect “battery store for your drawer.”
Sanyo Model # 277265
- eneloop Rechargeable Battery Power Pack
- Pre-charged Ni-MH rechargeable battery kit
- Economical: 1 eneloop = 1,000 alkaline batteries
- Worry-Free: eneloop works in any device that uses AA, AAA, C or D batteries
- Convenient: eneloop batteries are pre-charged and ready to use when you are
Cyber Monday eneloop power pack Price: $29.99
Battery Charger Features:
- (Worldwide Voltage)
- Charges both AA and AAA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
- Foldaway plug; No cords or wall adapters needed
- Multi-color LED charge indicator lights
- * Coupon Code will not apply to this item on Cyber Monday at this Low price.
Cyber Monday Price: $29.99
Also on Cyber Monday enter the coupon code”cyber monday ” for an additional 10% off PowerGenix NiZn Rechargeable batteries and Contigo Autoseal BPA free Drinkware
* some restrictions apply
Amazon Customers ? If you prefer to shop on Amazon.com this Cyber Monday
Available 12:01 a.m. Cyber Monday 12/01/09 Pacific Time
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DepotEco is proud to bring you the fast, safe and secure way to buy Eco Friendly Rechargeable batteries. Featureing Sanyo eneloop, Rayovac Hybrid and PowerGenix NiZn Nickle Zinc rechargeable batteries. Because we know so many of you love to shop on Amazon.com we have now partnered with Amazon to bring you this great new resource for eneloop batteries.
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