Alex Grant
BMW reveals X1 PHEV
BMW has unveiled a 39g/km plug-in hybrid X1 which uses a drivetrain derived from the i8 supercar.
More ULEV support needed, UK Government told
The UK Government urgently needs to do more to support the ultra-low emission vehicle sector if it is to meet air quality and climate change targets, according to a new report.
Uber deploys first electric vehicles in London
Car hailing service, Uber, has deployed a fleet of Nissan LEAFs as part of an ongoing commitment to tackling air pollution in London and across the UK.
Daimler and BYD launch 250-mile EV in China
Daimler’s joint venture with Chinese carmaker BYD has launched an upgraded electric vehicle with a range of 250 miles.
New battery technology targets refuel-like charging times
A new type of battery could soon allow ultra-fast charging times for electric vehicles, with no energy loss when it isn’t in use.
380-mile range for biggest-ever Tesla Model S battery
Tesla has added its biggest battery yet to the Model S and Model X electric luxury cars, and is offering existing owners the ability to upgrade even if they have taken delivery.
Greentomatocars combines hybrid services
London-based minicab service greentomatocars has launched a new service offering more hybrid vehicles and lower prices as it celebrates its 10th birthday.
Powerstar fleet to be 100% electric by 2018
Energy storage specialist Powerstar has deployed four electric vehicles, with aims to convert its entire fleet by 2018.
2020 BiK reforms to curb appeal of short-range PHEVs
Company car tax for plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles could soon be based on their electric range, as well as their CO2 emissions, HM Treasury has suggested.
Fisker Karma PHEV revived, and coming to Europe
The Fisker Karma plug-in hybrid supercar will re-launch on the 8th September as the Karma Revero, four years after its original production run ceased, its new owners have announced.
UK to get lounge-like EV charging hubs
Fleets could soon get access to a network of electric vehicle charging hubs, offering retail and business facilities while drivers top up.
Free webtool shows fleet business case for EV switch
Fleets across Europe are being offered a free webtool which enables them to find the business case for using electric vehicles, based on a huge range of specific criteria.
Ritz-Carlton plans global EV charging network
Global hotel chain, The Ritz-Carlton, is to install electric vehicle charging points at locations across the world, made available to residents.
German government backs urban e-mobility project
A consortium of public and private companies has launched a four-year research project in Germany, studying how electric cars and bikes can be used to reduce noise and air pollution in cities.
Nissan prototype makes electricity from ethanol
Nissan has unveiled a prototype electric vehicle which offers a diesel-like range and can make its own carbon-neutral electricity from ethanol.
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors deploys PHEV fleet
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors has added 15 BMW 330e plug-in hybrids to its fleet, as it looks to cut its carbon emissions.
Long Termers: Nissan LEAF 30kWh Tekna
As a journalist (and technophile), it’s easy to get distracted by the LEAF’s technological aspects; the drivetrain and the benefits of running one. So I’ve been trying to consider this from a different angle … Read More »
Year-to-date ULEV sales suggest range anxiety is still an issue
Plug-in vehicle registrations were up 30.8% year-on-year during the first half of 2016, but SMMT figures show the record growth period was heavily weighted towards plug-in hybrids.
More UK charging points than fuel stations by 2020
Charging stations will outnumber petrol stations by the summer of 2020, supporting increasing uptake of electric cars in the interim, according to analysis from Nissan.
London Q-Park sites join POLAR network
Chargemaster has transferred 124 charging points at Q-Park locations from Source London to its own Polar network.
