News from the world of electric and hybrid vehicles.
Article by Kate Royall. The question of renewable energy has been thrown into the spotlight thanks to an ambitious piece of land art. An electric car, spanning more than 200 metres, has appeared in a secluded field in north Suffolk. The stunning sight was etched into an Eye field next to a set of wind […]
Land Art – 200 Metre Electric Car Appears on Suffolk Field Read More »
NAVYA, specialists in developing innovative mobility solutions and Keolis, a world leader in public passenger transport, are joining forces to offer the first 100% electric, autonomous and driverless public transport service called NAVLY. This service of driverless autonomous shuttles intends to meet the challenges set by urban mobility and deliver on future demands. NAVLY will
World’s First Autonomous Electric Public Transport Service Launches in France Read More »
It’s been a while since my last update and with good reason. I’ve been out of communication; no mobile phone reception, no Internet. Bliss. I’ve been treated to a summer trip to Wales by my other half and what better way to get there than electrically. Outbound. We didn’t have to go by electric car.
An Electric Road Trip to Wales Read More »
On first appearance, the newest design from Maybach-Mercedes has no place in AutoVolt. It’s a monstrosity of ostentatious luxury, metreage, pomp and plenty of circumstance. It’s a car that would only suit the streets of Dubai or similar metropolis where flaunting money is deemed okay. However, this is no ordinary Maybach and isn’t powered by
Ostentatious Luxury Boat, No. Maybach-Mercedes 6 Electric Car, Yes. Read More »
In celebration of the start of the three-year title partnership of the Hyundai Mercury Prize, Hyundai UK has today launched the giveaway of the UK’s first IONIQ Hybrid through a social media campaign. The competition will be hosted on Hyundai UK’s social media channels, including @Hyundai_UK on Twitter, as well as Hyundai UK on Facebook
Fancy Winning a Hyundai IONIQ? Read More »
Evolt, the nationwide electric vehicle (EV) charge point supplier, is exhibiting four new products at the Cenex Low Carbon Vehicle (LCV) Event, 14 – 15 September at the Millbrook car testing facility near Bedford. The first live demonstration of its energy storage solution e-Stor, which supports EV charging equipment will be shown. Similar to home
Evolt to Show Off Four New Charge Points at CENEX LCV 2016 Read More »
Once again, Scotland will lead the electric vehicle charge thanks to a new contract between Transport Scotland and Charge Your Car (CYC). Electric car users across Scotland will be able to plug in to an improved charging network. The £750,000 contract sees CYC appointed to operate the ChargePlace Scotland network of over 550 electric vehicle
Scotland Leads Electric Vehicle Charge with ChargePlace Scotland Updates Read More »
Sixty-five UK organisations have been awarded ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ status since the initiative launched in May 2016, with Transport for London, University of Cambridge, Britvic and POD Point among those signing up to the new ‘green standard’ for business motoring. The Go Ultra Low Companies initiative has been endorsed by government and the automotive
First 65 Companies Pledge to Go Ultra low Read More »
Nearly 1,000 miles have now been covered in OY16XLO, not a huge amount, but about average for any car – 1,000 per month or 12,000 per year. Most journeys have been local, it must be said, but one finds that occasionally a longer distance journey is necessary and the Leaf is just as adept at
The Long Ranger and the Leaf Read More »
Nissan has unveiled its ground-breaking BladeGlider electric car prototype in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with Williams Advanced Engineering playing an important role in the car’s creation as Nissan’s technical partner. The BladeGlider concept has a rich history already, having first been seen as a concept car at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. Nissan capitalised on
Nissan BladeGlider EV Working Prototype Unveiled in Brazil Read More »
