Hello, EV fans and interested parties! Trish, here. I know I’ve been pretty non-existent on this blog, but I’m finally chiming in to provide my thoughts on my new Soul EV. Further down, you’ll find Ty’s input as well, and a more technical analysis than I care to delve into. I’m going to start this
Sales of vehicles eligible for the UK Government’s Plug-in Car Grant (PiGC) have started the year strongly, taking 1.3 per cent of the overall market – the joint second highest market share ever. This is according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) today (Thursday 4th February). There have been
A longer range for one of the first electric cars on the market could be what it takes for buyers to conquer their EV anxiety As more and more electric vehicles come on to the market, Nissan has upped the Leaf’s game in terms of the thing that matters most – range. This new 30kWh
Dundee’s all-electric taxi fleet – the largest in Scotland – has clocked up more than a million miles within a year. 203020 Electric – part of the Tele Taxis Group – launched in Dundee last April with a fleet of 30 electric Nissan LEAFs. The initiative, which was supported by Dundee City Council, the Energy
Motorway service area signs will now show where electric vehicle drivers are able to recharge batteries. Ecotricity logos will now appear on Roadchef signs from this week, alongside signs from the likes of WH Smith, McDonalds and Costa. The first Ecotricity sign appeared at Roadchef’s Sedgemoor services on Tuesday 26 January, with additional signs to
Plug-in hybrid version of our Car of the Year hits Britain Verdict: 4 stars The XC90 T8 is a technological showcase for Volvo, and the way it drives hasn’t been compromised at all. But like other plug-ins, you’re only going to make the most of its efficiency by charging it from the mains. While it’s
Have your charging questions answered in THE FOOLPROOF GUIDE TO ELECTRIC DRIVING. This time we explore the truth about charging – like how to do it, how long it takes and how far you can go on one charge. Charging a Nissan LEAF is simple. Plug it in at home, or on the go.. Rapid
BMW expands their range of plug-in hybrids with the four-wheel drive 225xe. Does a 25-mile electric only range increase the 2 Series Active Tourer’s appeal? The plug-in hybrid has proved a popular choice for many in the UK. Given the tax breaks and sizeable government grant plug-in vehicles receive, it’s no surprise to see BMW
BMW’s expansion of its non-i hybrid portfolio continues, as hot on the heels of the 330e is the 225xe Active Tourer. Yes, that means it’s a petrol-electric version of Munich’s unusual mini-MPV, but a tour on mixed roads near the company’s Bavarian headquarters revealed a few surprises in the 2 Series’ armoury… What’s this? A
Connected Energy and Renault to collaborate on energy storage and EV charging technology
Renault will provide used EV batteries to Connected Energy Ltd for second-life application in its E-STOR product Renault is the electric vehicle market leader in Europe E-STOR is a revolutionary energy storage system that can reduce costs and enable more flexible and efficient use of energy – including high capacity fast charging E-STOR will be
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