Green Cars
Axeon engaging with customers and suppliers at EVS 25
Axeon, Europe’s largest independent lithium-ion automotive battery systems supplier, will be attending the 25th annual World Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exposition (EVS), organized by the World Electric Vehicle Association (WEVA) in Shenzen, China, from 5th to 9th November.
BMW wins Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year
As recognition of the class-leading position BMW Group vehicles command, courtesy of EfficientDynamics technologies, the marque has once again scooped the top prize at the Green Fleet Awards to be crowned Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year.
THINK builds 2,500th City model
THINK, the world’s leading dedicated electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced the production of the 2,500th unit of the THINK City pure electric vehicle, designed for urban use.
Electric vehicle training programmes charged and ready
SMMT and its partners, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and Semta – the sector skills councils for the automotive retail and manufacturing industries – are progressing with the development of an industry-wide electric vehicle (EV) qualification and accreditation scheme announced in May 2010.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV - Electric Vehicle of the Year 2010
The all-electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV city car has been named Electric Vehicle of the Year at the GreenFleet awards for the second year running. The prestigious award, sponsored by Elektromotive, was presented on 7th October at the Arsenal Emirates Stadium, London.
EV drivers enjoy increased confidence and low ‘refuelling’ costs
The second results of a UK-wide electric and low carbon vehicle testing project are published today. The West Midlands-based CABLED project reports six months into the year-long trial of 25 Mitsubishi i-MiEVs (Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicles).
David Cameron praises MPG Marathon
The Prime Minister has praised the MPG Marathon as an important event for the economy and the environment.
Toyota hybrids recruited for world’s greenest car club
Toyota is helping launch the world’s greenest commercial car club by supplying Prius and Auris hybrid cars to Glasgow’s new City Car Club.
Mitsubishi begins production of electric vehicles for Europe
Mitsubishi has announced the start of production of its European-spec i-MiEV new-generation electric vehicle along with production of PSA Peugeot Citroën’s (PSA) Peugeot iOn and Citroën C-ZERO at its Mizushima Plant.
Emissions from green cars improve by 21%
There has been a 21% reduction in the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of class-leading green cars over the last four years. This compares with the average industry reduction of 13% across all cars for a similar period.
Fiat posts lowest CO2 figures again
Fiat Automobiles has again demonstrated its environmental credentials after registering the lowest average CO2 emissions for cars sold in Europe in the first half of 2010.
Passat sets new world record - 1,527 miles on one tank
A Volkswagen Passat BlueMotion has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance travelled by a standard production passenger car on a single tank of fuel.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV - icon on a mission
Making the best use of the mid-ship architecture of this new urban vehicle, the electric “i” or “i MiEV” then was announced in October 2006 as a research vehicle powered by a compact and lightweight motor and high-energy density lithium-ion batteries.
Ford C-MAX plug-in hybrid to use powersplit system
The drive toward broad commercialisation of low-emission, fuel-efficient electrified vehicles is gaining ground as Ford Motor Company confirmed today it is on track to deliver five electrified vehicles for launch in North America by 2012 and European markets by 2013.
Jaguar C-X75 concept - four-wheel drive electric supercar
Jaguar has revealed a stunning range-extended electric supercar concept car. The C-X75 has been designed to celebrate 75 years of the marque and provide a glimpse into the future of Jaguar and its commitment to producing beautiful, fast cars powered by sustainable means.