Electric vehicles - Page 27

Polestar has applied a suite of updates to the Polestar 2 for 2023, boosting the range and charging speed on Standard Range Single Motor variants.

BMW has released details its new 7 Series range, with its electric powertrains bringing plug-in electrification to every model sold in the UK.

Fiat 500 Electric has come out on top of initial lifecycle assessment (LCA) testing by Green NCAP, designed to help consumers choose the most environmentally-friendly cars.

Kia will offer three electrified powertrains for the all-new Niro, which will go on sale later this year.

Vehicle manufacturers should be wary of becoming too dependent on a select few countries by focussing on an electric-only strategy, argues Oliver Zipse.

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has covered more than 1,000 km (620 miles) in everyday traffic on a single battery charge.

Smart has unveiled an all-new electric crossover as part of its relaunch as an electric mobility brand.

Toyota has confirmed the official range figures for the bZ4x SUV, its first purpose-built electric car.

The zero-emission Lotus Eletre has been unveiled – the first of a new breed of pure electric SUVs from the manufacturer.

SMMT says that the UK needs binding targets on charge point provision, attractive fiscal incentives and a reliable, accessible and affordable user experience.

Kingston Council has approved Veolia’s proposal to introduce a fleet of electric Refuse Collection Vehicles (eRCVs).

Cold weather had reduce an electric vehicle’s range by more than 20%, research by What Car? has found.

Audi has revealed an electric estate concept with a 435-mile range that will closely mirror a production model that’s due in 2024.

Kia has confirmed the new Sportage plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will be priced from £38,395 and offer a 43-mile zero-emission range.

Ford has unveiled plans to launch seven new all-electric vehicles in Europe – three new passenger vehicles and four new commercial vehicles – by 2024.

Nissan has detailed a new hybrid powertrain for the Qashqai, which promises greater efficiency and lower CO2 emissions.

Mazda has confirmed pricing and specification for its new CX-60 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV, which will arrive in the Autumn.

Honda and Sony will form a partnership to develop and sell electric vehicles (EVs), with the first model expected by 2025.

Volvo will introduce a single-motor variant of its fully-electric C40 model, alongside a suite of updates for the popular XC40 SUV.

Vauxhall is aiming to reinvent the Opel Manta as a pure electric car as it works towards offering electric-only cars and vans by 2028.

Kia has made a new commitment to launch 14 new electric vehicles (EVs), including two pick-up trucks, by 2027.

StoreDot’s XFC technology are already being tested in the real world by a number of OEMs.

Ford has created two new businesses – Ford Blue will focus on internal combustion engine vehicles and Ford Model e will develop its electric vehicle offering.

Hyundai will introduce 17 new battery electric vehicle (BEV) models by 2030 – 11 Hyundai models and six for its Genesis luxury brand.

Stellantis plans to have more than 75 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) available by the end of the decade.

Hyundai is introducing a new 77.5kWh battery for its retro-styled Ioniq 5, replacing the existing 73kWh unit.

Volkswagen has stopped taking orders for certain versions of its ID3 electric car, in order to shorten lead times amid the semiconductor supply shortage.

Eurocell will start building EV batteries at its first European Gigafactory within 12 months.

Mazda has confirmed the pricing and specification of the Mazda2 Hybrid, which will be available from May.

Fiat has introduced a new hybrid powertrain for the 500X and Tipo, completing the electrification of its line-up.

VMS Fleet Management and Clarkes Vehicle Conversions have unveiled the new Maxus eDeliver 9 welfare van, which is available on the market.

Vauxhall has revealed the all-new Astra Sports Tourer, which will be available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain from launch.

Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions becomes Novuna Vehicle Solutions and pledges to fully decarbonise its car and small van fleet by 2030.

Ricardo has secured Government funding to develop an electric motor for use in commercial vehicles.

Skoda has increased the maximum charging speed of it electric Enyaq iV model as part of a suite of updates for the model.

Micheldever Fleet Solutions (MFS) has published a new electric vehicle tyre guide to help fleet managers boost their expertise.

MG Motor UK has confirmed pricing for the ZS EV Standard Range, following the launch of the Long Range version in November.

An action plan for zero emission powered two, three and four-wheeled light vehicles has been launched for Government and industry.

Fleet Alliance’s order books finished last year with a record number of electric and plug-in hybrid cars.

Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors are to launch 35 new EV models by 2030 as part of their future roadmap.