Alex Grant
ALD proves PHEVs work for fleets
Almost three quarters of ultra-low emission vehicle registrations last year were plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), according to SMMT data, and awareness and interest among businesses and drivers continues to grow. However, it’s a part of … Read More »
PHEVs now 20% of Range Rover orders
Plug-in hybrids now account for a fifth of of Range Rover and Range Rover Sport orders in the UK, but Jaguar Land Rover UK managing director, Jeremy Hicks, is calling for a more balanced … Read More »
Seat hints at high-performance Cupra PHEVs
Seat’s performance sub-brand, Cupra, could debut the carmaker’s first plug-in hybrids, with the differentiation from its parent brand giving more potential to conquest from premium marques, according to UK MD, Richard Harrison.
Hybrid to replace all diesel engines at Toyota this year
Toyota is phasing out the diesel engines from its passenger car range by the end of 2018, following a year where almost seven times more customers chose a hybrid in the UK.
SsangYong readying Qashqai-sized electric SUV
SsangYong has revealed a Qashqai-sized concept SUV, said to not only give a hint of the next Korando’s styling, but of a fully electric SUV offering a 280-mile range, due by 2020.
Europe has no shortage of charging points, says report
Slow uptake of electric vehicles across Europe has more to do with limited availability of vehicles than a lack of charging infrastructure, according to a new report published this week.
Near 300-mile range for new Hyundai Kona Electric
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 charging capability.
New Peugeot 508 to include PHEV version
Peugeot’s has re-invented the 508 as a four-door coupe, confirming that the newcomer will be available with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain next year.
New Volvo V60 to include two PHEV versions
The new Volvo V60 estate will launch with a choice of two petrol plug-in hybrid versions later this year, the carmaker has revealed.
EVs unlikely to counteract rising demand for oil by 2040, says BP
Global oil demand and CO2 emissions will be higher in 2040 than in 2016, even with a total worldwide ban on all new combustion engine vehicles, according to the 2018 BP Energy Outlook report.
More power, efficiency for Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Mitsubishi has upgraded the petrol engine, electric motors and battery in the Outlander PHEV, offering more performance, increased fuel economy and a longer electric range.
Renault Zoe gets power boost, but without rapid charging
Renault has added a more powerful 108bhp motor to the Zoe electric supermini, said to offer better easier high-speed cruising without affecting the range.
National Grid identifies shortcut to UK rapid charge network
The National Grid has devised a solution which could enable easier roll-out of ultra-fast rapid charging hubs along major routes, combating the range anxiety which is said to be a major barrier to electric … Read More »
Wales to get £2m for rapid charging network
Wales is to get a network of rapid charging points along its trunk road network, part-funded by £2m from the Welsh Government, with the first locations to be decided by the summer.
ULEV excellence rewarded at Fleet World Honours
The UK’s best products and services for plug-in fleets were recognised at the Fleet World Honours this week, including a new category specifically aimed at electric mobility.
The UK is Europe’s largest hybrid and EV vehicle market
The United Kingdom was the largest-volume market in Europe for electrified vehicles during 2017, accounting for one in every six registered across the region, figures from ACEA reveal.
First Drive: Nissan e-NV200 Combi Evalia (40kWh)
With only a handful of electric vans available, the Nissan e-NV200 has mostly been talked about for its cargo-carrying ability, and potential to offer greener urban deliveries. But that’s overshadowed its main USP; the … Read More »
Porsche PHEVs take 60% sales share
Porsche is to double its investment in electric vehicles to €6bn (£5.33bn) by 2022, with plug-ins already accounting for over half of European sales volume for some models.
Road Test: Kia Niro PHEV
SUV styling with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain; Kia has an eye-catching offer with the Niro PHEV, and it’s no surprise, with the tax breaks on offer, that most are expected to go to fleets. … Read More »
First Drive: Nissan Leaf
According to Nissan, customer feedback directly influenced over 100 improvements made to the new Leaf. So it’s ironic that the most obvious, surface-level generational shift is predicted to make the biggest difference: with less … Read More »
