Category : New Cars
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.
Nissan hints at petrol range-extenders for future EVs
Nissan has launched a range-extended electric drivetrain in the Note compact MPV; the first time it has offered its EV technology with a petrol backup.[/vc_column_text] The e-POWER system was previewed in the Gripz SUV … Read More »
Prices revealed for longer-range Renault ZOE
The updated Renault ZOE is available to order in the UK, now offering a 250-mile range and unlimited mileage leasing options for its new higher-capacity battery.
New MINI Countryman to include plug-in hybrid
MINI will launch its first plug-in hybrid next year, adding the drivetrain from the BMW 225xe Active Tourer to the new, larger Countryman crossover from June.
NEVS partners with HPE on global EV production solution
IT giant Hewlett Packard Enterprise is to work with electric car maker National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS) to accelerate global electric car production.
MINI hints at “near-series” plug-in hybrid crossover
MINI’s first plug-in hybrid is said to be almost production-ready, and looks likely to launch as part of the Countryman line-up.
49g/km BMW 5 Series PHEV due next March
The new BMW 5 Series will be available as a plug-in hybrid from next March, offering CO2 emissions of 49g/km.
2017 Prius Plug-in to debut at MPG Marathon
The all-new Toyota Prius Plug-in hybrid will get its UK debut at the MPG Marathon next week, months before its on-sale date next spring.
Mercedes-Benz previews electric ‘EQ’ range with SUV concept
Mercedes-Benz is to launch an entire family of electric vehicles under an EQ sub-brand, previewed as a ‘close to production’ SUV-coupe concept at the Paris Motor Show.
Volkswagen aims for EV market leadership
Volkswagen is aiming to become a market leader in electric vehicles, unveiling a concept car which is previewing the first of a next generation of models.
Renault ZOE gets 250-mile electric range
Renault has almost doubled the battery capacity of the ZOE supermini, with range increased to 250 miles on a single charge.
Long Termers: Nissan LEAF 30kWh Tekna
Having just migrated from the impressive new Astra, the footprint of Nissan’s all-electric LEAF hatchback feels very familiar. But that’s sort of where the direct comparisons end, given the Astra delivers extremely low CO2 … Read More »
Volkswagen premieres e-Crafter
Volkswagen has revealed its new e-Crafter electric vehicle, which will start deliveries from 2017.
New Ampera-e not destined for UK, says Vauxhall
The new Opel Ampera-e electric car, which debuts at the Paris Motor Show this month, won’t make it to the UK in its current model, Vauxhall has confirmed.
Lexus previews Q3-rivalling urban crossover concept
Lexus could be about to launch a compact crossover to rival the Audi Q3 and BMW X1, due to be previewed in concept form at the Paris Motor Show this month.
Porsche reveals 456bhp, 56g/km Panamera PHEV
The new Porsche Panamera plug-in hybrid will debut at the Paris Motor Show this month, featuring a 456bhp four-wheel drive setup with CO2 emissions of 56g/km.
Facelifted VW e-Up goes on sale
Volkswagen has opened order books for its facelifted e-Up electric car.
Hyundai planning hybrid or electric i30
Hyundai will add a hybrid or electric drivetrain to the third-generation Hyundai i30, adopting technology from the Ioniq range, in a move similar to Toyota with the Prius.
BMW reveals X1 PHEV
BMW has unveiled a 39g/km plug-in hybrid X1 which uses a drivetrain derived from the i8 supercar.
Road Test: Lexus RX 450h F-Sport
I have to be honest and say that the prospect of an RX450h on my drive for a week did not fill me with excitement. Looks that could frighten children and an SUV – … Read More »
