Alex Grant
BVRLA: Government's plug-in strategy not working
In particular, the association fully endorses the committee’s criticism of the way in which the Treasury changed the framework of financial incentives available for early plug-in vehicle adopters without any consultation. Although the Government … Read More »
Twizy fleet for Wales
The recently launched Eco Travel Network is offering visitors to the Brecon Beacons National Park the chance to explore the area in one of its six Twizy two-seater EVs. Powered by electricity generated by … Read More »
Driven: Toyota Prius Plug-in
It’s been a long time coming. The Prius Plug-in was subjected to a year-long global trial, which has informed the production model, and launched as part of a range-wide facelift earlier this year. These … Read More »
BMW plug-in hybrid concept hints at new compact MPV
To date, the carmaker has stuck vehemently to its rear-wheel drive formula in the premium compact class, despite all of its rivals using front wheel drive. It’s seen as a growing sector, too, with … Read More »
Nissan unveils four-wheel drive hydrogen fuel cell concept
The TeRRA uses the same electric drive system as the LEAF to power the front wheels, but with a pair of in-wheel motors for the rear wheels, allowing on-demand four wheel drive. This setup … Read More »
Economy boost for 2013 Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4
The upgrades are said to be based on the experience Peugeot has gained launching its three HYbrid4 models, and comprises new software for the electric motors which optimises the power use and energy recovery … Read More »
Nissan begins rural field trial of e-NV200 electric van in Japan
The two-week trial will include using the test vehicle to collect produce from local farmers and deliver them to roadside markets, to see whether electric vehicles are suitable for out-of-city use. Nissan said it … Read More »
Peugeot announces Partner Electric van
Based on the recently-facelifted conventionally-powered Partner, the electric version uses a 67bhp electric motor co-developed with Mitsubishi Motors , similar to the one which powers the C-Zero. Two lithium-ion batteries are fitted either side … Read More »
Ricardo and Intelligent Energy partner on fuel cells
Although the partnership includes preferred supplier status for both parties, Gemini and Intelligent Energy will work independently on the project, and will be able to seek other partners in the field. The project is … Read More »
45mpg Range Rover Hybrid confirmed
The all-new Range Rover was revealed at the Royal Ballet School in London this week, and uses lightweight suspension components and an all-aluminium bodyshell claimed to be 39% lighter than its predecessor, yet stiffer … Read More »
Near-100g/km Mondeo Hybrid is coming to Europe
The latest incarnation of the flagship Ford features the same front end styling as the Evos concept shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show last September, and is aimed at boosting the carmaker’s footprint within … Read More »
£13m UK battery research centre announced
Based within the High Value Manufacturing Catapult at the University of Warwick, which opened last year to research new material use in manufacturing, the UK Energy Storage R&D Centre is the result of £9m … Read More »
Saab sale finalised, with electric 9-3 due within two years
Under the deal, which was completed on 31st August, NEVS owns the main assets of Saab Automobile AB, Saab Automobile Powertrain AB and Saab Automobile Tools AB. Included are the intellectual property rights for … Read More »
Better Place opens first Battery Switch Station in the Netherlands
Initially just for use by the fleet of 10 Renault Fluence Z.E. taxis, operated by Dutch private hire operators Connexion, Bios and TCA, the station allows depleted batteries to be swapped for fully charged … Read More »
All-electric Infiniti compact saloon to go on sale in 2014
Previously shown at the New York International Auto Show in April, the LE Concept is roughly the same size as a BMW 3 Series, and uses an under-floor battery to power its 132bhp, 240lb.ft … Read More »
Transport Scotland joins nationwide charging point network
All 500 of its free-to-use charging points will be available to Charge Your Car customers, with a further 250 to be installed and connected by March 2013, more than doubling the company’s existing network. … Read More »
Driven: Infiniti M35h GT Premium
CO2 emissions count for a lot in Europe, so regardless of any positives the M35h could offer, its former 162g/km output gave newcomers Infiniti an uphill struggle in on a market dominated by the … Read More »
Free EV charging at Cenex LCV2012 event
Standard and rapid chargers, the latter offering 80% charge within 30 minutes, will be installed at the end of Millbrook’s mile straight, allowing attendees to drive to the event on electricity, leave their car … Read More »
Nissan LEAF completes 8,000-mile European road trip
The Oranje Trophy, now in its fourth year, started in Amsterdam and travelled through Poland and the Ukraine during the Euro 2012 football championships, before moving on to Russia, North Cape in Finland, then … Read More »
Toyota joins Indianapolis smart charging project
Beginning in early 2013 and expected to last a year, the project is aimed at examining how scheduling of charging times can reduce demand spikes on the electrical grid, in turn cutting the chances … Read More »
