Tag : – Electric Vehicle
Are car brands failing potential EV buyers?
Potential electric car buyers are increasingly confused and frustrated over their online experience, according to analysis by Sophus3.
NewMotion highlights continued EV growth in UK
An increase in EV charging sessions to more than half a million were witnessed by NewMotion in 2017, latest figures reveal.
Audi opens deposits for electric e-tron SUV
Deposits are now being taken for Audi’s fully electric e-tron SUV ahead of its launch later this year.
Dyson seeks additional 300 automotive workforce for EV project
Dyson is looking to employ a further 300 people in “automotive” positions, as it works towards developing its first electric vehicle.
Jaguar I-Pace pricing, range and final spec revealed
Jaguar has revealed pricing, a near-300-mile range and final production specification for its first electric vehicle; the I-Pace.
Hyundai Kona Electric revealed with 292-mile WLTP range
Hyundai has revealed the electric version of the Kona compact SUV, confirming a range of almost 300 miles under the new WLTP cycle and rapid 100kW … Read More »
Rotary power returns as part of Mazda’s eco range
Mazda has confirmed its first electric car will be available with an optional range extender; the first rotary engine fitted to its production models since the … Read More »
InstaVolt to add further 400 rapid charge points to UK network
Plans to launch a 200-strong UK rapid charge network from this spring are being bolstered with a further 400 units to go live this year.
Pan-European ultra-fast charging network to focus on urban areas
Dutch charging firm Allego along with Nordic charge point operator Fortum Charge & Drive are planning to develop a pan-European interoperable charging network, focusing on metropolitan … Read More »
Smart charging to ensure UK grid can cope with mass uptake of EVs
A total of 10 million EVs could be on Britain’s roads by 2035, putting the market well on the way to meeting government targets without impacting … Read More »
Jaguar likely to offer cheaper fleet version of I-Pace electric car
Jaguar has hinted that it could offer multiple battery options of its first electric car, the I-Pace SUV, providing lower-cost versions which could broaden its appeal … Read More »
EU-LIVE takes on the Twizy with new EV mobility solution
The European EU-LIVE consortium has revealed a new electrified mobility solution for the L5e category – a segment in-between two and four wheels with speeds of … Read More »
AI-based telematics solution to help fleets migrate to EVs
A new electric vehicle telematics solution has launched to enable fleets to complete more journeys between charges and eliminate range anxiety.
EV charge points prove popular at Warner Leisure Hotels
Electric vehicle charge points at Warner Leisure Hotels are proving to be a welcome addition to the hotel chain’s services, the company said.
Road Test: Smart ForFour Electric Drive
Smart’s first four-seat EV is clever, but compromised, says Alex Grant.
UK off-grid EV rapid charging mega sites soon to appear
The first four sites have been secured by eVcentres, who plan to develop solar-powered, fully off-grid electric vehicle charging centres in the UK with up to … Read More »
IT firm to swap to all-electric fleet
Fareham-based Taylor Made Computer Solutions is switching to an all-electric fleet as it looks to slash its carbon footprint.
Grid carbon cuts enhance EV eco credentials
The carbon impact of electric vehicles has dramatically reduced as renewable sources of energy replace coal on the power system, new research finds.
Volkswagen Bus reincarnated as electric vehicle
Volkswagen has greenlighted production of an electric van and MPV, said to be inspired by the split-screen Transporter and Microbus of the 1950s…
First Drive: Tesla Model X
Insurgent luxury brand Tesla can only widen its appeal with an electric SUV, reckons Alex Grant.
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