This time, it could be long-lasting—with dramatic consequences for the climate, the economy and the global balance of power. Oil is the most valuable commodity in world trade, so any significant change in its price—whether upward or downward—has far-reaching economic consequences. Because oil also plays a pivotal role in world politics, such shifts can have
Many drivers looking to get a new car are considering a plug-in – either an all-electric car or a plug-in hybrid – but are reluctant to make the change. A new business, Fuel Included, specialises in supplying electric vehicles and helping drivers through the transition. The process begins with an ‘orientation’ session at a local
You can now buy a new car just like a mobile phone with all expenses covered, including fuel, on a simple monthly tariff. A new business, Fuel Included, has launched with the striking motto ‘Fixed Cost Motoring – Take control of your car – Take control of your life’. It is offering a completely new
Figures recently released show that the Nissan LEAF maintains its position as the most popular electric car or van in the UK, with at least 5,838 vehicles registered by the third quarter of 2014, representing over a third of all EV sales. The registration data also shows the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has made a
Electrified Golf Is The EV We Could Live With Until now, the only way you could get the words “electric” and “Golf” so close together was the put the word “cart” after them. Knowing that the e-Golf would be the next step in Volkswagen’s tilt at electrification, the automaker designed the MkVII platform to fit
Here is another short video review of the Kia Soul EV. This time it comes from The New York Times and is a quite interesting presentation that maybe will be useful for those who are considering purchasing Kia’s electric car. “Soul EV packs on an average of 500 pounds, making it one hefty hamster. In
When it comes to electric cars, buyers are often interested in two types of green. The lower environmental impact of a zero-emission vehicle, and the potential to save cash by eliminating gasoline use are both typically factors that motivate the purchase of an electric car, to varying degrees in different individuals. It’s also generally assumed
Oil giant BP is recommending its shareholders support a resolution calling on the company to address its climate change risks. The move comes after Shell recommended its shareholders support an identical resolution, filed by more than 150 investors, including UK local authorities and the Church of England. The resolutions call on the oil companies to
In Saudi Arabia, drivers pay roughly 45 cents a gallon to fill up their cars, and in Venezuela even less. Energy is so inexpensive in Kuwait and Qatar that residents chill their enormous swimming pools in the summer and typically leave their air-conditioners on at full blast while they are away on vacation. Across the
In 2014, Renault Sold Over 18,000 Electric Vehicles
After a few difficult years, Renault is finally moving upwards with electric car sales. Year 2014, with just over 18,000 EVs (almost 15,700 cars) sold, is still 3% down compared to 2013 (or 0% if we exclude Twizy), although the last couple of months of 2014 were really strong. December ended with new record of
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