The drive for a renewable future
The onus on EV adoption is most certainly growing. Central to this is the fact that the UK is moving towards a much greater renewable and nuclear future, whereby energy could potentially become totally … Read More »
Audi pulls plug on electric R8 e-tron project
Developed as a rival to the Mercedes-Benz SLS E-CELL, the rear-wheel drive coupe uses a T-shaped battery pack housed in what would normally be the central transmission tunnel and behind the seats, supplying independent … Read More »
3.1 million EV charging stations due in Europe by 2019
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan on “Strategic Technology and Market Analysis of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Europe” finds that the market for EV charging stations is expected to grow rapidly from … Read More »
New partnership aims to tackle hydrogen infrastructure in United States
Named H2USA, the project will bring key stakeholders in the hydrogen fuel cell industry, including carmakers, industry bodies, component manufacturers and hydrogen specialists, together to solve infrastructure challenges and leverage low cost natural gas … Read More »
1.5m plus hydrogen vehicles could be on UK roads by 2030
The project brings together the utility, gas, infrastructure, fuel retail and car manufacturing sectors with three government departments and is looking at potential barriers to overcome and potential investment required to make the UK … Read More »
Ampera begins four-year commuter trial at Eric Wright Group
The vehicle will be driven by plant manager Steve Openshaw, and will cover a predicted 70,000 miles during its time with the company. Charging points at Steve’s home address and the office are aimed … Read More »
Charging Solutions approved for Government charging point scheme
The electric vehicle equipment specialist – which is exhibiting at this week’s Fleet World Fleet Show at Silverstone – is one of nine companies to have met the necessary rigorous standards to install the … Read More »
Hyundai to help drive hydrogen take-up under London Hydrogen Partnership
The LHP has initiated over £50m worth of hydrogen projects, attracting and rolling out new hydrogen buses, taxis, scooters, refuelling stations, materials handling vehicles and fuel cell Combined Heat and Power units to London. … Read More »
2013 Budget: U-turn on EV tax rates
From April 2015, two new CCT bands will be introduced at 0-50 grams/kilometre of carbon dioxide (g/km CO2) and 51-75 g/km CO2. The appropriate percentage of the list price subject to tax for the … Read More »
Electric car sales ready for take-off, says Renault-Nissan CEO
‘There are still investments going in, but for now we have the total package we promised – four cars for Renault and two for Nissan,’ he said. ‘Now the priority is to sell.’ The … Read More »
EU decision-makers put first-ever production fuel cell car to test
This is the second year running that the Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell – the world’s first production, zero-emission fuel cell car – has been selected by the European Commission-backed Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint … Read More »
Volkswagen sets out plans for industry-leading environmental sustainability by 2018
Speaking before the Geneva Motor Show, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn said the manufacturer was on schedule to reach its self-imposed 120g/km average CO2 target by … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet Show: Citroën Electric Berlingo to make UK driving debut
This advanced, 100% electric van builds upon Citroën’s experience of electric LCVs in the UK, which was gained with the first generation Berlingo Electrique launched in 1998. The new Electric Berlingo incorporates the latest … Read More »
Volkswagen confirms production version of 313mpg two-seat hybrid
The XL1 is the latest phase in the carmaker’s drive towards a practical, usable car capable of travelling 100km (62 miles) on a litre of fuel, which was announced in 2000. It features a … Read More »
Ford adds PlugShare data to MyFord Mobile
Compatible with Android and Apple smartphones, the app allows users to control and check charging times, pre-set cabin temperatures and be tutored on efficient driving styles. By linking with PlugShare.com, it will now not … Read More »
New technology promises full charge in 16 minutes
The tests, carried out by U.S. Department of Energy-backed electronics company Potential Difference Inc, showed ordinary lithium ion batteries could be topped up to a 70% state of charge in 10 minutes, 80% in … Read More »
U.S. government backs workplace charging growth
Employers will be required to assess the demands of their workforce for electric vehicle charging, before developing and installing a supporting infrastructure for at least one of their workplaces. The Department of Energy will … Read More »
Nissan e-NV200 electric van gets thumbs-up from fleets
Five leasing companies, six major fleet operators and three used value guides visited Nissan's Barcelona production facility and drove the e-NV200 as well as a diesel NV200 and the LEAF. Attendees also had the … Read More »
Honda launches first plug-in hybrid in United States
The Accord Plug-in Hybrid is the second model to launch under the carmaker’s Earth Dreams Technology banner, following the European-market Civic 1.6 i-DTEC late last year. It uses a 2.0-litre petrol engine and 170bhp … Read More »
Fiat 500e electric range rated at 87 miles
Due to arrive in Californian dealers, known as Fiat Studios, from the second quarter of this year, the 500e was rated at an electric equivalent of 116mpg. The MPGe figure calculates equivalent energy consumption … Read More »
