Category : New Cars
Road Test: Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
After several years of clever but often unusual-looking plug-ins, 2015 could be the year of the understated ultra-low emission vehicle. Cars which, like the Audi A3 e-tron, give few visual clues to the technology … Read More »
Long Termers: Renault ZOE
After six months and almost five thousand miles, our ZOE has gone back to Renault. But, in that time, it’s answered the question I’ve been asked so many times since it was delivered: what’s … Read More »
Road Test: Lexus NX 300h F-Sport
Against the backdrop of an increasingly crowded premium sector, Lexus has put considerable effort into carving out its own identity over the last two years and the NX crossover is perhaps the best illustration … Read More »
Road Test: Nissan e-NV200 Combi Tekna Rapid Plus
Nissan’s second electric vehicle, the e-NV200, has been drawing global attention for packaging the LEAF’s drivetrain into a versatile electric van. But what’s less well known is that it’s also available with back seats … Read More »
First Drive: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4work
There’s no denying the technology in the PHEV Commercial, but Dan Gilkes wonders who it’s for.
Long-Termers: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV GX4hS
In its time on our fleet, this plug-in hybrid SUV has proved a remarkably good big car at going the distance on electric. For once, the makers’ claims can be backed up by action. … Read More »
Long Termers: Renault ZOE
During the last five months, I’ve been able to travel around most of the south of the UK using the ZOE, mostly without snags. Up to around 150 miles, which is a couple of … Read More »
First Drive: Renault Twizy Cargo
Battling with inner-city traffic to deliver parcels, post or food services can be a difficult task. It’s often not a case of keeping pace with traffic, but being able to nip through the smallest … Read More »
Long Termers: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV GH4hS
So my advice would be to get a wallbox installed so you don’t end up with a draughty house. Some other interesting behavioural changes: even when on petrol I now drive ridiculously slowly. It’s … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz C300 BlueTEC Hybrid Sport
This is an incredibly tough segment, and one which is dominated by diesel engines, which can make a comparatively expensive hybrid a tough sell. But Mercedes-Benz has been clever here, with a modular system … Read More »
Long Termers: Renault ZOE
A few thousand miles at the wheel of the ZOE have taught me that it’s easy to get from A to B with a little planning, as there are strategically placed Electric Highway points … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz S500 Plug-in Hybrid
Sector: Luxury Price: £87,965 Fuel: 100.9mpg CO2: 65g/km In the quest to produce the most efficient cars, carmakers such as Toyota, BMW and Tesla are increasingly pushing back boundaries. But Mercedes-Benz will make up … Read More »
First Drive: Kia Soul EV
Clearly the styling is a moot point, and the aerodynamic alterations on the EV won’t sway opinions, but this is an underrated and clever car which works brilliantly in urban environments. It’s roughly the … Read More »
Long Termers: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
That said, as the Outlander PHEV disappears with a whine of an electric motor or two, I’ve been impressed. It’s very well thought out and user friendly so it’s simple to get the best … Read More »
Long Termers: Renault ZOE
A month using the ZOE for my 157-mile drive to the Fleet World Office in St Albans from my house in Cardiff has shown just how much this has changed in a relatively short … Read More »
First Drive: BMW i8
Some of what makes this car tick is already familiar through the i3. Both cars have a structure largely made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer, a material that’s 30% lighter even than aluminium, tall … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive
Available in the UK from Spring 2015, the brand’s first fully electric car will be offered in a single, high-spec trim level, with equipment based on the conventionally-powered AMG Line. Pricing, after the £5,000 … Read More »
First Drive: Lexus NX 300h
Thanks to the low emission tax advantages of hybrids, Lexus has sold well in the company car market. This NX too offers a tax advantage, thanks to a CO2 figure as low as 116g/km … Read More »
Long Termers: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
I say that for a variety of reasons including range, rapid charging capability, ease of use and the fact that it looks like any other Outlander, apart from the badges and extra fuel filler … Read More »
Long Termers: Renault ZOE
Behind rising sales, the technology is becoming increasingly useful. Our Renault ZOE features a rapid charger and the new European Type 2/Mennekes connection. It means we can stop and top up to 80% in … Read More »
