Monthly Archives: July 2020

TfL to increase scope and cost of Congestion Charge from June 22

Congestion Charge, Electric Cars, News, Reviews and Comment

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed it will introduce temporary measures to increase the cost and scope of the London Congestion Charge from June 22.

From June 22 the CC, which covers around 1% of Greater London, will temporarily increase to £15, operate 07:00-22:00 seven days a week and the residents’ discount will be closed to new applicants on August 1.

Previously the CC did not operate on evenings and weekends and vehicles were charged £11.50 to enter.

It has not made it clear how long these temporary measures will be in place.

TfL said traffic levels in London are already back to pre-lockdown levels and that without widening the scope of the CC, traffic could double as many avoid public transport to commute.

TfL said these temporary changes will reduce traffic in central London and enable more journeys to be made safely by foot or by bike while keeping the bus network reliable for those making essential journeys.

Alex Williams, TfL’s director of city planning, said it will not be sustainable for London’s recovery from Covid-19 to be dominated by cars.

He said:

“We are already seeing a surge in traffic and need to act now to stop the city grinding to a halt.

“The temporary Congestion Charge changes are supporting our Streetspace programme, which will make it easier and safer for people to walk and cycle and keep the bus network reliable for those who need to use it.

“Our new reimbursement schemes will also ensure that those at the heart of the battle against coronavirus or who could be most affected by it can still make essential journeys by car.

“These temporary changes will also help ensure that those who can’t work from home can travel safely and make the city’s recovery from the pandemic sustainable and healthy.”

Read more: Smart Transport

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Renault Captur Plug-in and Renault Clio Hybrid (Image: Renault)

RENAULT DETAILS ALL-NEW CAPTUR PLUG-IN AND ALL-NEW CLIO HYBRID

Captur E-TECH Plug-in, Electric Cars, Renault
  • Efficient new E-TECH variants added to two popular Renault models
  • All-New Captur Plug-in Hybrid brings benefits of PHEV powertrain to best-selling crossover
  • Renault’s first PHEV boasts up to 30 miles all-electric driving range with CO2 emissions of 33g/km and 188.3mpg
  • Free BP Chargemaster Wallbox to customers of the All-New Captur Plug-in Hybrid
  • All-New Clio Hybrid is first hybrid version of the popular supermini, offering performance and efficiency
  • Available across All-New Clio trim levels, including new range-topping Launch Edition
  • All-New Clio Hybrid capable of driving on electric power for 80 per cent of urban journeys
  • All-New Captur customer deliveries starting from September and All-New Clio deliveries beginning in September
  • Attractive Benefit In Kind (BIK) rates for 2020/2021 with 22 per cent for All-New Clio Hybrid and 10 per cent for All-New Captur Plug-in Hybrid
  • Prices start OTR from £19,595 for the Clio Hybrid and £30,495 for the Captur Plug-in Hybrid
  • Available to order now

Renault UK has confirmed full specifications of new E-TECH versions of the two most popular model line-ups: All-New Captur Plug-in Hybrid and All-New Clio Hybrid.

Renault Captur Plug-in and Renault Clio Hybrid (Image: Renault)
Renault Captur Plug-in and Renault Clio Hybrid (Image: Renault)

Already offered with a wide range of powertrain options giving customers more choice than ever before, these electrified versions enhance the Captur and Clio’s appeal further for those looking for strong performance and low running costs.

The All-New Captur Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) benefits from a new petrol-electric powertrain, making it the most efficient and economical in the range as well as the most powerful. Meanwhile, All-New Clio Hybrid gets a petrol hybrid setup offering a smooth and responsive drive with all the benefits of an economical hybrid drivetrain capable of completing most urban journeys in zero-emissions electric mode.

The new Plug-in Hybrid and Hybrid variants benefit from technology shared across the Alliance (the 1.6-litre engine and two electric motors, plus clutchless gearbox), while technology influenced by the Renault Formula One Team also features. Energy management and braking system knowledge has been shared, allowing both All-New Captur and All-New Clio E-TECH models to recuperate energy lost during braking and deceleration.

Both All-New Captur and All-New Clio models get unique E-TECH design details on the exterior and interior to differentiate from the rest of the line-up, complementing the eye-catching and sophisticated look of both model ranges.

All-New Renault Captur Plug-in Hybrid
A favourite in the Renault range, the All-New Captur is more athletic and dynamic than ever, and with an even stronger SUV identity. An unmistakable presence on the road the totally redesigned exterior is more modern, distinctive and expressive, yet remains true to Renault’s core design values.

The introduction of this powertrain means that it is unique in offering an appealing plug-in hybrid drivetrain in the compact crossover segment, delivering excellent performance and class-leading low running costs. It makes plug-in hybrid mobility available to a wider spectrum of buyers than ever before, and with attractive BIK rates of just 10 per cent for company car drivers for 2020/2021, the Captur Plug-in Hybrid is a tempting and affordable option for business users too.

Read more: Renault Press

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Businesses surpass Government target in race towards EV adoption

Electric Cars, News, Reviews and Comment, Sales

Most fleets will have gone electric, well ahead of the 2035 target banning the sale of petrol, diesel or hybrid cars, a survey by Survation on behalf of London First, has found.

The survey, of more than 500 business leaders from across the UK, revealed that 30% of those with a fleet of company-owned vehicles, have already started using EVs, while 46% have active plans to make the transition and a further 16% have begun to discuss it.

For those who have not yet made the switch, 50% think they will have transitioned within five years, and third a (35%) think the change will occur within two years, ahead of the ban on sale of petrol, diesel or hybrid cars in 2035.

Adam Tyndall, programme director for Transport for London, said: “Businesses are looking to the future and are ready to play their part in transforming how the nation’s vehicles run. The Government needs to set out an ambitious and targeted plan to make sure firms considering building electric vehicle infrastructure can do so with confidence.

“Getting more fleet vehicles to go green will play a key role in improving air quality and reducing carbon emissions. It’s critical that the people managing those vehicles get clarity about the rules, charge point network and support available to them as they make the jump to greener vehicles.”

Read more: Smart Transport

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