Category : New Cars
Diesel scrappage scheme could offer incentives on low-emission cars
A diesel scrappage scheme could launch within months, offering a discount on low-emission cars for owners trading their cars in.
Zero Motorcycles qualifies for £1,500 UK government grant
Zero Motorcycles has approved for the UK Government’s plug-in electric motorcycle grant, providing customers with a £1,500 saving.
Tesla Model S gets industry-leading 393-mile range
Tesla has launched its longest-range Model S to date, capable of travelling 393 miles to a full charge under European test cycle conditions.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV brings enhanced efficiency and EV priority mode
Mitsubishi has refreshed its Outlander PHEV for 2017, including reduced CO2 emissions and a new EV priority mode.
Hyundai to launch 14 electrified vehicles by 2020
Hyundai will launch five hybrid electric drive cars, four plug-in hybrids, four full EV cars and a completely new fuel cell vehicle by 2020.
Audi to expand electric vehicle portfolio in China
Audi is to launch five new electric vehicles in China by 2022 in partnership with Chinese joint-venture production firm FAW.
Renault adds new Master to electric vehicle line-up
Renault has updated its electric vehicle line-up with the launch of its first-ever Master Z.E. model, which arrives as the new version Kangoo Van Z.E. gets a 50% longer range.
Volkswagen showcases latest in I.D. electric car range at Detroit
Volkswagen has unveiled its I.D. Buzz MPV at the Detroit Motor Show, marrying up retro styling from the Microbus with electric power, all-wheel drive and an eight-seat layout.
Audi Q8 concept debuted at Detroit
Providing a rival to models including the BMX X6 and Range Rover, Audi’s flagship Q8 SUV has been revealed in near-production concept form at Detroit.
Tesla delays UK price increases
Tesla has put back planned price increases on its models sold in the UK until 15 January as it responds to claimed strong demand.
Ford confirms electric SUV, hybrid Transit and Mustang
Ford will launch an electric SUV and hybrid versions of the Transit Custom, Mustang and F-150 by the end of the decade, as part of plans to broaden its line-up of electrified options.
Opel plans for staggered launch of Ampera-e due to limited production
Opel has said that sales of its new Ampera-e will kick off in Norway – the most mature electric vehicle market in Europe – first with Germany, Netherlands, France and Switzerland next in line.
Renault Kangoo Z.E. range extended by 50%
Renault is to present a new Kangoo Z.E. with 50% more range at the 2017 European Motor Show in January, following the addition of a new motor and battery package.
Toyota targets fun and frugality to next hybrids
Toyota is targeting lighter, more efficient and more engaging drives from its next-generation hybrid system, which it says will feature in 60% of vehicles it sells in Europe, Japan, the US and China by … Read More »
Tesla Model S and Model X to get performance updates via Easter egg
Tesla CEO and founder Elon Musk has announced forthcoming performance updates for the Model S and Model X via Easter egg updates next month.
VW to build future EVs in Germany as it heightens focus on e-mobility
Volkswagen has said future electric vehicles and components will be built by its plant in Germany as looks to streamline operations under a €3.5bn restructuring plan.
New Volkswagen e-Golf brings increased power and range
Volkswagen has revealed its new e-Golf at the Los Angeles Auto Show, which offers around a 50% longer driving rage plus a boost in power and extra technology including gesture control.
Half of Jaguar Land Rover line-up to have electric version by 2020
By 2020, half of all Jaguar Land Rover vehicles will offer an electric option, CEO Dr Ralf Speth has confirmed.
Jaguar reveals I-Pace electric SUV prior to 2018 launch
Jaguar has unveiled its I-Pace electric SUV concept, which will be launched in production form in 2018, bringing 395bhp and a claimed 311-mile range.
Toyota ‘to consider introducing EVs’ to the market
Toyota has signalled possible plans to launch electric vehicles alongside its other alternative and conventionally fuelled vehicles.
