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McLaren have revealed first pictures of their new supercar, the 650S. Confirming what we initially thought, the name is derived from the PS output of the engine; 650 PD or 641 horsepower. The McLaren supercar will be on show at the International Geneva Motor Show later this year. The design clearly embodies both the hyper […]
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Toyota has announced a recall today for some of its current, third-generation Prius models to correct a potential problem with the hybrid system’s boost converter software. The recall affects 30,790 UK-registered Prius cars. Worldwide, there have been no reports of any accidents or injuries relating to this issue. In Europe Toyota has recorded 11 field
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On sale now, the Volkswagen e-up! offers a quieter alternative to their award winning up! city car. Available from 24 e-Retailers, the e-up! offers a five door, four-seat high spec. car producing zero emissions at the tail pipe. In addition, Volkswagen have teamed up with Ecotricity, the world’s first ‘green electricity’ company, to provide an
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Charge Your Car (CYC) has reached a milestone, with over 100,000 charging sessions across it’s network since it’s inception. This figure means the total energy drawn has exceeded 549,399 kWh of electricity across it’s network of 1,535 charging points with 1,637 registered users. CYC recently announced they had surpassed 350,000 kWh electricity usage in November
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Joining the ranks of other manufacturers keen to get a piece of the EV action, Kia Motors has taken the wraps off their first ever mass produced electric vehicle, the Soul EV and the Chicago Auto Show. The car is due to arrive in the UK after it goes on sale in both the United
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Not content with revealing only their all new first mass produced electric car, Kia have unveiled their refreshed Optima hybrid at the Chicago Auto Show too. Unfortunately, it seems there are no current plans to bring the hybrid to the UK. However, for the benefit of our international readers, you can read the key details
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Another record-breaking month for the family-friendly Nissan LEAF has been capped with news the 100% electric model has continued its market-leader status in the UK. Figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show the everyday appeal of the practical and affordable hatchback – a model which boasts a growing rapid
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For the third consecutive time, the Car of the Year (CotY) will be crowned at the Motor Show in Geneva, on the eve of the opening press days. This year, the competition looks particularly impressive with seven finalists competing from all categories and will be a tough decision for the jury to decide which is
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Renault have unveiled their latest concept, called the KWID CONCEPT at the Delhi Auto Expo in India. Renault say the new concept is aimed at showing Renault’s continued commitment to new markets, including India, as well as the company’s design abilities. Looking like something out of a film rather than a real world concept, the
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Over 1,000 CHAdeMO electric car fast chargers have been installed in Europe, with the latest one installed at the Roadchef Clacket Lane Services in Surrey, UK commissioned by Nissan. Capable of charging compatible batteries in electric vehicles from zero to 80% in just 30 minutes, these chargers represent the quickest way for EV owners to
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