Index of Available Publications
Papers, Articles and Editorials by Members of EVA/DC
Books
Magazines and Newsletters
Papers, Articles and Editorials by Members of EVA/DC
Letter to Sierra Club�Charlie Garlow, May 1999
The End of Cheap Oil?�Morris Altschuler, August 1998
Debunking the Myth of EVs and Smokestacks�Chip Gribben, 1996
Books
Build Your Own Electric Vehicle
by Bob Brant
An excellent book for anyone willing to take on the challenge of building a conversion. Features an in-depth description of battery, motor, and controller technology, helpful formulas, photos, diagrams, and tips on finding the best available chassis. The book also features a comprehensive history of EVs, environmental benefits of EVs, and sources for conversion parts.
Ordering Information
Build Your Own Electric Vehicle
1993, Softbound, 310 pages
TAB Books
Division of McGraw-Hill, Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17294-0850
$16.95
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The Car That Could. The Inside Story of GM's Revolutionary Electric Vehicle
By Michael Shnayerson
Random House, 259 pages
A masterful account that chronicles the concept and creation of GM's first electric car in 3 decades, the EV1. Shnayerson goes behind the scenes to secret boardroom meetings where GM executives and engineers work feverishly amongst clashing egos and skepticism to bring the $300 million project to the showroom. On the line are their reputations and a vehicle that will depend on a consumer market that is largely uneducated about electric vehicles.
Available at your book store for $25
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The New Electric Vehicles: A Clean and Quiet Revolution
Michael Hackelman
Michael Hackelman's new book features an array of EVs including conversions, solar cars, electrathon racers, boats, and even planes! The book has 272 pages filled with EV technology, color photography, and helpful construction tips.
Ordering Information
$25, outside USA add $5 for shipping
Check out the Homepower Magazine Homepage to order online or call:
800-707-6585 or 916-475-0830
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Alternative Cars in the 21st Century: A New Personal Transportation Paradigm
by Robert Q. Riley
Explores how designers, manufacturers, and consumers will shift to a sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation system. Features the latest information on electric cars, alternative fuels, and advanced car designs. Published by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
Ordering Information
Visit Robert Q. Riley's website for ordering information
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The Lost Cord
by Barbara Taylor
The story of Bob Beaumont and his vision and struggles to bring EVs to market. Once your plugged into "The Lost Cord" it's difficult to pull yourself away. That's because its pages are filled with anecdotal and witty stories that chronical the creation of the beloved CitiCar and the rise and fall of Renaissance, the company behind the Tropica. The beginning is filled with interesting facts on EVs in the early century.
Ordering Information
The Lost Cord
1995, Softbound, 508 pages
PO Box 425, Jessup, Maryland 20794
$29.95 plus $2.95 shipping and handling
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Magazines and Newsletters
EV News
Global Electric Auto News/Electric Vehicle News
A national monthly reporting on electric vehicles
Subscription information
$40 in the US and Canada. $65 overseas
GLEAN/EV NEWS
6335 York Road
Pataskala, OH 43062-0148
Tel: 1-800-453-2644 or 614-927-5773
Fax: 614-927-6635
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Electrifying Times
Published 3 times annually
Subscription information
$8 year
Electrifying Times
63600 Deschutes Road
Bend, Oregon 97701
Tel: 503-388-1908
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Current EVents
Published 12 times annually by the Electric Auto Association
24 pages with photographs and ads
Subscription information
Paid with membership dues
EAA Membership
2710 St. Giles Lane
Mountain View, CA 94040
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