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Oklahoma City Police Add Four Wheego Whips to Their Department

susan — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:10:02 +0000

Press release from Oklahoma City Government, May 15, 2012

Police Department Purchases “Green” vehicles for Parking Enforcement

The Oklahoma City Police recently purchased four new Wheego electric cars for use in Parking Enforcement Unit which operates out of the Bricktown Sub-Station. These vehicles will replace two of the gasoline powered Westward Industry Go-4, 3-wheeled vehicles. The Wheego “Whip” is a four-wheel, 2-passenger, front wheel drive, and electric car, powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The electric “Whip” is approximately 118.5” in length, 63.2” in wide, and 63.0” tall weighing approx. 2,999 pounds. The new Wheego electric vehicles have all of the safety, comforts, and conveniences of a full size car, but in a smaller package. The vehicle has a 40 mile range per charging cycle and is equipped with a regenerative power braking system, which extends the driving range. The new vehicles will go into service starting May 16, 2012 and will supplement the current Go-4 vehicles currently in use.

Released by: Capt. Dexter Nelson
Oklahoma City Police Departments
Office of Media Relations

GTE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TO GIVE AWAY WHEEGO LiFe EV FROM SUNCOAST ELECTRIC VEHICLES

susan — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:33:23 +0000

St. Petersburg, FL (March 20, 2012) – Suncoast Electric Vehicles, Florida’s first all-electric car and truck dealer, has partnered with GTE Federal Credit Union to introduce even more drivers to the benefits of the emissions-free zone. GTE will be giving away one Wheego LiFe, an all-electric, highway-ready car capable of driving 100 miles on a single charge.

Through August 31, 2012, when customers close on a GTE Federal Credit Union home loan, they will automatically be entered to win the grand prize of a Wheego LiFe. Four finalists will be selected from all participants in September, and one winner will ultimately drive home their new electric Wheego LiFe at GTE’s member appreciation event, Memberfest, in October in Tampa, FL.

“Both GTE and Suncoast Electric Vehicles share a commitment to help consumers live environmentally responsible lives, and adding a zero-emission vehicle to the family fleet is certainly a major step in the right direction,” says Suncoast Electric Vehicles owner Richard Nimphie. “A new car is traditionally the second most important purchase after a new home, so we’re especially excited that one GTE Federal Credit Union home buyer will get both!”

The Wheego LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge and retails for $32,995. It qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit, as well as many state tax incentives. In Florida, for example, the LiFe will save commuters both money at the pump and time on the road: it can be driven by a solo driver in the HOV lane.

The two-seat subcompact Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout the United States. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, or green.

“We applaud GTE for choosing both Suncoast Electric Vehicles and Wheego for this promotion,” said Susan Nicholson, VP of Corporate Communications for Wheego Electric Cars. “Suncoast has been a tireless advocate for educating consumers about the short- and long-term benefits of electric vehicles, and we’re delighted that GTE is sharing that message with their home buyers and members.”

For more information on how win the Wheego LiFe and for complete contest rules, please visit https://www.gtefcu.org/Promotions/ElectricCar.aspx.

About Wheego Electric Cars

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, CEO and former MindSpring entrepreneur, Wheego Electric Cars has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components. Wheego Electric Cars is one of the first EV companies to deliver affordable fully capable, street legal all-electric cars for everyday consumer use. The Wheego line of electric vehicles is emission-free, making them an ideal choice for consumers, fleets and businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Wheego is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The cars are assembled in Ontario, California.

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net.

Wheego Electric Cars Adds California Dealer

susan — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:37:47 +0000

ATLANTA (January 26, 2012) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that Richard Hibbard Auto Center, in Claremont, California has been named a new Wheego dealer in Southern California.

Wheego CEO Mike McQuary welcomes Richard Hibbard Auto Center. “Our cars are assembled in Ontario, California, just a few miles from Hibbard in Claremont. That area of California has great potential for electric vehicles, and Hibbard Auto Center is a trusted name in the auto business for both sales and service. They are just minutes from the Claremont Colleges, which boast top tier academics and a proven commitment to sustainability. We are happy to have Hibbard Auto join the team. They have our cars in their dealership now and are ready for test drives.”

Richard Hibbard Auto Center will showcase the Wheego line of electric vehicles at their second annual American Red Cross Blood Drive on February 3, 2012 from 10am to 4pm. A free BBQ lunch will be served to all blood donors, and to anyone bringing their car in for service at the Hibbard Auto Service Center.

The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout theUnited States. The LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters. The LiFe starts at $32,995 and qualifies for a $7500 Federal tax credit and a $2000 California tax credit.

Hibbard Auto Center will also carry the Wheego Whip low-speed vehicle, a subcompact car designed for campuses and government fleets. The Wheego Whip list price is $19,995.

About Richard Hibbard Auto Center

Richard Hibbard Auto Center is a family-owned business begun in 1981. They are located at 191 S Indian Hill Blvd in Claremont, California. For more information about Richard Hibbard Auto Center, visit http://www.richardhibbardautocenter.com/.

About Wheego Electric Cars

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, CEO and former MindSpring entrepreneur, Wheego Electric Cars has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components. Wheego Electric Cars is one of the first EV companies to deliver affordable fully capable, street legal all-electric cars for everyday consumer use. The Wheego line of electric vehicles is emission-free, making them an ideal choice for consumers, fleets and businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Wheego is headquartered inAtlanta,Georgia. The cars are assembled inOntario,California.

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities,email info@wheego.net.

Contact:

Richard Hibbard Auto Center: Jimmy Hibbard, jimmy@richardhibbard.com 909-624-4541

Wheego Electric Cars: Susan Nicholson, susan@wheego.net, 678-904-4795

Cayman Automotive Receives Their First All-Electric Wheego LiFe

susan — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:48:32 +0000

ATLANTA (October 18, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that Cayman Automotive of the Cayman Islands will receive their first Wheego LiFe this week.

“We will unveil the highway-ready Wheego LiFe at the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo starting October 20th,” said John Felder, CEO of Cayman Automotive. “There is a great opportunity in the Islands for electric vehicles, and as the first all-electric dealer in the Cayman Islands, we are excited about introducing the Wheego LiFe to our eco-conscious residents.”

The Chamber of Commerce Business Expo will be held at the Family Life Centre on Walker’s Road. It opens on Thursday, October 20^th with an Invitation-only Grand Opening from 5:30 to 8:30pm. The Expo is open to the public Friday October 21^st from noon to 8p.m. and Saturday October 22^nd from 10a.m. to 4p.m.

About Cayman Automotive Leasing and Marketing Ltd

Cayman Automotive is located at 256 Crewe Road on Grand Cayman Island, and has been in business for 6 years serving the Cayman community. Plans are now underway to build a new state of the art sales and service facility to handle our customers in this growing and sophisticated market. There is also an authorized service center in Cayman Brac to handle our sister Island customers. The first all-electric dealership in the Caribbean, Cayman Automotive will offer a full line of six different all-electric cars and trucks. The company has plans to expand their operation to Bermuda. For more information about Cayman Automotive, visit the company website at www.caymanautomotive.com.

About Wheego Electric Cars

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities,email info@wheego.net.

KM Garage of Tokyo, Japan Named New Wheego Dealer

susan — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:56:10 +0000

ATLANTA (October 17, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that KM Garage of Tokyo, Japan has been named a Wheego dealer.

KM Garage will import the Wheego line of electric vehicles into Japan. The company, established in 1971, is a full-service car importer, dealership, and service center located in western Tokyo.

Mr. Yasumasa Shimazaki, President of KM Garage, looks forward to expanding his vehicle offerings in Japan. “There is a great deal of interest in electric vehicles in Japan, and many government projects to build out a public charging infrastructure. We feel that the Wheego LiFe, with its 100-mile range, will be a welcome addition here.”

“Last year, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry issued aggressive goals for hybrid and electric vehicle sales,” says Wheego CEO Mike McQuary. “They called for a target for hybrid and electric vehicles to account for up to 50% of all new vehicle sales by 2020. We would like to be a part of their bold plan to improve the air quality, decrease road congestion, and reduce gasoline consumption in Japan.”

About KM Garage

KM Garage is located at 1-1-23 Chuoucho Higashikurume-shi in Tokyo, Japan. KM Garage has served the community for more than forty years. For more information about KM Garage, visit the company website at http://www.auto-ev.jp/

About Wheego Electric Cars

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, CEO and former MindSpring entrepreneur, Wheego Electric Cars has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components. Wheego Electric Cars is one of the first EV companies to deliver affordable fully capable, street legal all-electric cars for everyday consumer use. The Wheego line of electric vehicles is emission-free, making them an ideal choice for consumers, fleets and businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Wheego is headquartered in Atlanta,Georgia. The cars are assembled inOntario,California.

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities, email info@wheego.net.

How Much Will You Save If You Drive A Wheego LiFe?

susan — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:36:00 +0000

New Fuel Savings Calculator Reflects Substantial Payoff When Switching to an Electric Car

ATLANTA (August 10, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today unveiled a web page that helps consumers calculate their ongoing savings by driving an electric car versus a gas-powered car.

The simple-to-use web page prompts the consumer to enter their electricity cost per kilowatt-hour, the miles per gallon of their current car, the cost of gasoline in their area, and the number of miles they drive each week. The webpage also provides resources to help consumers with electricity and gasoline costs by state if they aren’t sure of their exact numbers.

The page then displays what it costs per mile to drive their gas car, what it costs per mile to drive the Wheego LiFe, and their average annual gas savings. It does not take into account repairs and maintenance, which would ultimately reflect even higher cost-per-mile savings.

“Prices for electricity vary across the country, as do prices for gasoline. With this tool, we are giving visitors to our website the ability to calculate for themselves what they would save by driving a Wheego LiFe compared to their current car,” explained Wheego CEO Mike McQuary. “In our hometown ofAtlanta, with gas at $3.70 per gallon, a person who chooses to drive the Wheego LiFe 200 miles per week instead of an SUV that gets 15 miles per gallon, will save over $2200 per year. We get questions from a lot of people asking how much their power bill will go up if they install a charging station in their garage. This website shows the driver exactly what they’ll spend on power per mile. The cost savings are eye-opening.”

The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout theUnited States. The LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters. The Wheego LiFe starts at $32,995, and qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit as well as many state tax credits and incentives.

About Wheego Electric Cars

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, CEO and former MindSpring entrepreneur, Wheego Electric Cars has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components. Wheego Electric Cars is one of the first EV companies to deliver affordable fully capable, street legal all-electric cars for everyday consumer use. The Wheego line of electric vehicles is emission-free, making them an ideal choice for consumers, fleets and businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Wheego is headquartered inAtlanta,Georgia. The cars are assembled inOntario,California.

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities,email info@wheego.net.

Wheego Fuel Savings web page: http://wheego.net/more/vehicles/mileage-cost-comparison/

Cayman Automotive Named New Wheego Dealer

susan — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 17:19:17 +0000

ATLANTA (August 9, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that Cayman Automotive of the Cayman Islands has been named a Wheego dealer.

“We are the first all-electric dealer in the Cayman Islands,” said John Felder, CEO of Cayman Automotive. “We think this is the perfect environment for electric vehicles, and we’re proud to lead the charge with the Wheego LiFe. We have installed the first of twelve solar-powered charging stations in Grand Cayman in preparation for what we feel will be a tremendous response to our line of electric vehicles. With gas at over U.S.$7.50 per gallon in the Caymans, it’s time to offer our residents a green alternative.”

Wheego CEO Mike McQuary welcomed Cayman Automotive: “Mr. Felder has more than twenty-five years experience in the auto industry. We appreciate his dedication to bringing electric vehicles to the Caribbean, and are happy that the Wheego LiFe will be introduced to such a promising market.”

The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout theUnited States. The LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters. The Wheego LiFe starts at $32,995, and qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit as well as many state tax credits and incentives.

About Cayman Automotive Leasing and Marketing Ltd

About Wheego Electric Cars

Wheego Electric Cars is an innovation-driven and environmentally-conscious manufacturer of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Under the leadership of Mike McQuary, CEO and former MindSpring entrepreneur, Wheego Electric Cars has become a leader in the integration of advanced technology components. Wheego Electric Cars is one of the first EV companies to deliver affordable fully capable, street legal all-electric cars for everyday consumer use. The Wheego line of electric vehicles is emission-free, making them an ideal choice for consumers, fleets and businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Wheego is headquartered inAtlanta,Georgia. The cars are assembled inOntario,California.

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities,email info@wheego.net.

MC Electric Vehicles To Unveil Wheego LiFe in Seattle

susan — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:23:21 +0000

ATLANTA (July 28, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that a Wheego LiFe has been delivered to their Seattle, Washington dealer, MC Electric Vehicles, and is available for test drives. MC Electric Vehicles has installed a solar EV charging station, and will demonstrate both the LiFe and the solar station on August 5, 2011 at 11a.m.

“MCEV was one of our early dealers for the low-speed Wheego Whip,” said Wheego CEO Mike McQuary, “and now they are among the first of our dealers to receive the Wheego LiFe. They have proven themselves to be great ambassadors for Wheego in an area of the country with tremendous EV potential.”

Jim Johnson, founder of MC Electric Vehicles, is happy to expand his Wheego offerings, and has installed a solar-powered EV charging station that will be available to drivers of the Wheego LiFe and other EVs. “The Wheego Whip is a great car for neighborhood driving, but the highway-capable Wheego LiFe is the car our customers have really been waiting for. It’s fully crash tested and goes 100 miles on a charge; it’s a great commuter car. We also now have at the dealership an Eaton 220-volt pedestal two-car charging system with solar assist from an overhead panel. It is J1772-compatible so it will power the Wheego LiFe as well as other industry-compliant EVs. We’d like to invite the public to come and test drive the LiFe and check out the new charging station at our event on August 5^th at 11a.m.”

The Wheego LiFe starts at $32,995, and qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit. In Washington, the Wheego LiFe qualifies for an exemption from the state Sales & Use tax. The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout the United States. The LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters.

About MC Electric Vehicles

MCEV offers electric cars, including both the low-speed Wheego Whip and the full-speed Wheego LiFe, as well as electric trucks, bicycles and scooters. Their main retail location in downtown Seattle is 1200 S. Dearborn Street. MCEV provides sales, rental, service and repair of electric vehicles. They have been in the same location for 33 years; since 2003 their business has focused exclusively on plug-in all-electric vehicles. For more information about MCEV, visit the company website at www.mcelectricvehicles.com.

About Wheego Electric Cars

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities, email info@wheego.net.

Downey Auto Wholesale Now Offering Wheego Electric Cars

susan — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:44:42 +0000

ATLANTA (July 14, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced that Downey Auto Wholesale in Downey, California, has been named a Wheego dealer.

“Downey Auto Wholesale offers the full range of service to our customers,” said Wheego CEO Mike McQuary.” They have both our low-speed Whip and highway-speed LiFe all-electric cars at their dealership now, offer financing, and have one of Southern California’s largest NAPA Auto Care Centers on-site. Our customers will be in good hands with Downey; we are happy to have them join the Wheego team.”

The Wheego LiFe starts at $32,995. It qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit, as well as many state tax incentives. In California, the Wheego LiFe qualifies for a $4000 State Tax rebate, and enables drivers to use the HOV lanes solo. The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout the United States. The LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters.

About Downey Auto Wholesale

Downey Auto Wholesale is located at 7255 E. Firestone Blvd., in Downey, California, just southeast of Los Angeles. For more information about the company, visit www.downeyautowholesale.com.

About Wheego Electric Cars

HUNTER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP NAMED WHEEGO DEALER

susan — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:39:06 +0000

ATLANTA, GA (June 27, 2011) – WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, a U.S. manufacturer of all-electric cars, today announced their newest dealer, Hunter Automotive Group, in Asheville, North Carolina.

Wheego CEO Mike McQuary said, “We are excited to bring the Wheego LiFe to western North Carolina. The LiFe is available for delivery now, through our new dealer, Hunter Automotive Group. With 70 years’ experience, Hunter Automotive Group is a trusted name for sales and service. We are happy to have them representing the Wheego brand.”

Scott Laffin, General Sales Manager of Hunter Volvo, sees great interest in the Wheego all-electric vehicles. “We see the Wheego LiFe as a tremendous opportunity to serve the environmentally conscious people in Western North Carolina and look forward to a long lasting partnership.”

The Wheego LiFe is available now at the Hunter Automotive dealership at 252 Patton Avenue in Asheville.

The Wheego LiFe travels approximately 100 miles on a single charge and retails for $35990 with air conditioning. It qualifies for a $7,500 Federal tax credit, as well as many state tax incentives. The Wheego LiFe comes fully-equipped with driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes, power windows and locks, and optional air conditioning. The 115V lithium battery pack can be charged from a standard 120V outlet, a 240V outlet or any of the J1772 standard charging stations being installed in public locations throughout the United States. It is available in red, white, blue, black, silver, and green. The Wheego LiFe is a two-seat subcompact car with fit, finish and features designed for today’s environmentally-conscious commuters.

About Hunter Automotive Group

The Hunter Automotive Group was founded in 1940 by Tom Hunter, Sr. Today the company is owned and operated by Tom and Randy Hunter who are fourth generation dealer principles.

Hunter Automotive Group is comprised of three dealerships including Hunter Subaru Hyundai located at 2520 Asheville Highway in Hendersonville, Hunter Nissan Lincoln located at 1340 Spartanburg Highway in Hendersonville, and Hunter Volvo and Wheego Electric Cars located at 252 Patton Avenue in Asheville.

About Wheego Electric Cars

For more information about Wheego, visit the company website at www.wheego.net. To inquire about dealership opportunities, email info@wheego.net.