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2010 Most Environmentally Progressive Car & Truck

Winners for the 2010 Earth, Wind & Power (EWP) car and truck of the year were officially revealed last night at the Los Angeles Marriott Downtown. Sponsored by Bridgestone, the event was held on the eve of press week for the Los Angeles Auto Show.  There, a VIP reception and press conference was host to a pantheon of media and industry echelon.  Opening remarks were provided by Linda Adams, Secretary for the California Environmental Protection Agency. Christine Karbowiak, Executive Vice President, Community and Corporate Relations at Bridgestone Americas Inc., also provided remarks on Bridgestone's progressive environmental programs and initiatives.

 

Produced and hosted by Courtney Caldwell, publisher of Earth, Wind & Power Media, with co-hosts Kevin Smith, editorial director of Edmunds.com, and Howard Walker, auto editor for Palm Beach Illustrated, the three announced the winners for the most environmentally progressive car and truck of the year.  Recipients were selected by The EWP jury, a group of 19 nationally-renowned automotive editors and journalists. Honors went to: 
   

earth, Wind & Power - Car of the Year

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

 

EARTH, WIND & POWER - TRUCK OF THE YEAR

2010 Audi Q7 TDI Clean Diesel

 

Accepting the award for EWP Car of the Year on behalf of Ford Motor Company was Mr. Moray Callum, executive director, North American Design.  The award for EWP Truck of the Year was accepted by the Chief Audi Designer, Mr. Jae Min.  

  

"With global warming and foreign oil dependence a mainstream concern, people are turning to fuel-efficient vehicles," says Courtney Caldwell, EWP creator and producer. "It's become of vital interest to consumers, automakers, and the future of our planet to produce vehicles that are compatible with our environment."

 

About the EWP Awards:
The mission of the EWP Awards is to recognize vehicles that are driven by a power source that help reduce global warming, are conducive to promoting a cleaner environment and support the mission to achieve energy independence through alternative sources.

 

Find more about our EWP awards here.

 

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Inaugural Earth, Wind & Power Winners Announced

Volkswagen Jetta TDI Wins Earth, Wind & Power Car of the Year

The mission of the Earth, Wind & Power (EWP) Awards is to recognize vehicles driven by a power source that help reduce global warming, is conducive to promoting a cleaner environment and support the mission to achieve energy independence through alternative sources. The inaugural EWP Awards honored the Most Environmentally-Friendly Car and Truck of the Year.

Ford Escape Hybrid Wins Earth, Wind & Power Truck of the Year

“With global warming and foreign oil dependence a mainstream concern today, more people are turning to fuel-efficient or alternative fuel vehicles,” said Courtney Caldwell, ICOTY creator and producer. “It’s become of vital interest to consumers, automakers, and the future of our planet to produce vehicles that are compatible with our environment.” 

Visit EWP Winners’ Page for more information on these eco-friendly vehicles.

Honda Motor Company Honored as Earth Angel

In response to the growing concern for global warming and the fluctuation of gas prices, the 2009 International Car of the Year Awards awarded Honda Motor Company with the second annual EARTH ANGEL Award as the automaker demonstrating the most significant progress with environmental initiatives and partnerships on a worldwide basis.

"At Honda, we are working to reduce the environmental footprint of our operations with the same passion and purpose as our commitment to develop new technologies that reduce the environmental footprint of our products," said Tetsuo Iwamura, president and CEO of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

 

Michigan Congressman Gary Peters provided opening remarks for the award citing the importance of recognizing the automotive industry for the remarkable strides being taken within the environmental arena.

 

Visit Earth Angel to read more about Honda’s win.

Top Three Nominees for Inaugural Earth, Wind & Power Awards

The 2009 International Car of the Year Awards ceremony will debut the Earth, Wind & Power(EWP) Awards, which will honor the Most Environmentally-Friendly Car and Truck of the Year. The mission of the EWP Awards is to recognize vehicles that are driven by a power source that help reduce global warming, are conducive to promoting a cleaner environment and support the mission to achieve energy independence through alternative sources.

As the awards transition into a more environmental theme, the ICOTY jury is proud to recognize the top vehicles helping drive our planet back to its organic state. Here is a look at the 2009 EWP nominees:

Earth, Wind & Power Car of the Year
BMW 335d
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI

Earth, Wind & Power Truck of the Year
BMW X5 xDrive35d
Ford Escape Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz ML320 BlueTEC

More about the Earth, Wind & Power Award Nominees.

 

Check back Saturday, January 10 for inaugural EWP winners.

Earth, Wind & Power Awards to Honor Most Eco-Friendly Car and Truck

In response to the increased demand for eco-friendly transportation, the EARTH, WIND & POWER Awards will honor the most environmentally-friendly car and truck of the year during its debut at the 13^th annual International Car of the Year Awards(ICOTY) on January 10, 2009.

 

Hosted by Edmunds.comEditorial Director Kevin Smith, and ICOTY Producer Courtney Caldwell, the inaugural awards will be presented at the black-tie gala being held at the MGM Grand Detroit.

 

The recipients of the EWP awards are selected by ICOTY’s jury of 16 respected automotive journalists and editors, whose opinions and publications are highly regarded among automakers. 

 

To be eligible for the award, vehicles must be driven by a power source that contributes to the reduction of global warming, is conducive to promoting a cleaner environment, and subsequently supports the mission to reach energy independence through alternative sources.

 

Check back Saturday, January 10 when the inaugural winners are announced.

 

Learn more about the mission of the Earth, Wind & Power Awards.