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Kia Soul EV

Kia Soul EV Makes European Debut at International de l’Automobile in Geneva

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Embodying the iconic design of the recently-launched second-generation Kia Soul, the Soul EV will become the brand’s first globally-sold electric vehicle when production starts in the second half of 2014. Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer, Kia Motors Europe, said: “Not only is the Soul EV a stylish, eye-catching car to be seen in, but it […]

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Ginetta sportscars outside BIS

History: Ginetta G50EV

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In 2008, there were few credible electric cars on the market. Instead, it was a time when public interest was more focussed on ever more powerful supercars and motorway bashing super saloons. If it didn’t have a ‘super’ in front of it, then it wasn’t in vogue. There were a growing number of people interested

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FIA Formula E SRT_01E

Formula E Car Completes 1,000km of Trouble-free Testing

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Formula E’s fully-electric Spark-Renault SRT_01E car has now completed 1,000km of testing without a single glitch – the equivalent of an entire season’s worth of racing. Built by Spark Racing Technology together with a consortium of some of the leading names in motorsport, the 200kw (270bhp) single-seater has undergone an arduous testing programme since its

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LEAF NISMO RC alongside Nissan Altima V8 Supercar

Nissan LEAF NISMO RC Races Against Altima V8 Supercar & GT-R in Australia

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Wouldn’t you like to see which is quickest between the Nissan LEAF NISMO RC, Nissan’s V8 Altmia Supercar and the extreme GT-R? Visitors to Adelaide this weekend will be lucky enough to find out! This weekend’s Clipsal 500 race will feature the “Nissan Time Attack” where all three of the above mentioned cars will go

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Saleen Electric Drive

Supercar Manufacturer Saleen, Ventures into All Electric Drive

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Saleen Automotive, is an American speciality manufacturer of high performance vehicles, perhaps best known for their S7 supercar which featured in well known global advertisements for a popular men’s razor. Saleen also produce technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel so you’d be forgiven if you are surprised by their following announcement: “Saleen is pleased

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