Green Cars
Golf blue-e-motion: The future of Volkswagen e-mobility
To coincide with the foundation event held in Berlin for a National Platform for Electric Mobility and in the presence of German Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel, Volkswagen has unveiled the Golf blue-e-motion and has outlined its future programme for electric and hybrid production vehicles.
Used car buyers choose budget over environment
Cash strapped Brits are shelving environmental concerns when it comes to purchasing their next car, with only a fifth even considering green credentials, research by Carmony.co.uk has revealed.
Construction begins of Renault-Nissan battery plant in Europe
Construction of the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s first European plant for the production of advanced lithium-ion batteries began today in Sunderland, UK.
Vauxhall Ampera passes production milestone
The Vauxhall Ampera passed an important milestone last Friday, when the first pre-production car rolled off the line at GM’s Pre-Production Operations' assembly line in Warren, Michigan.
Power companies lead charge in Electric Vehicle adoption
Pioneering Scandinavian electric vehicle (EV) maker, THINK, is making great progress in its mission of ‘Changing The World, One Car At A Time’ with electricity and utility providers across Europe, who are taking delivery of several fleets of EVs from the company.
Road map for electric cars in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes Council and the Renault-Nissan Alliance have passed a major milestone for the future of greener driving in Milton Keynes by signing a Definitive Agreement which sets out a road map for the roll-out of electric vehicles and infrastructure in the Borough.
Peugeot demonstrates excellence in eco2fficiency
Peugeot is running a unique event at Durham University (Queens Campus) to showcase its prowess in eco-efficient technology, design and expertise in electric and hybrid vehicles.
Seat Eco-nomics makes green motoring add up
As the successful UK scrappage scheme fades into memory SEAT is launching an innovative new retail offer that lets buyers who missed out save not once, but twice.
Renault and EA exclusive agreement with Sims 3
Renault and Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ ERTS) have announced a multi-year agreement that will enable players of The Sims 3 PC/Mac to integrate Renault’s forthcoming range of electric vehicles into one of the world’s most successful entertainment franchises across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia.
Toyota maintains industry leadership on average CO2 emissions
Toyota continues to lead the motor industry in the UK in bringing down average CO2 emissions across its entire model range.
CO2 output falls – But can the progress last?
There are now three manufacturers below the EU target of 130 g/km of CO2, which has been set for 2012. Toyota (124.55 g/km), Fiat (124.61 g/km) and Mini (129.98 g/km) are in the vanguard of the move to reduce CO2, while Hyundai is closing in on the target with a figure of 131.02 g/km.
Renault Fluence ZE and Kangoo ZE - Finalised designs revealed
Renault has unveiled the finalised designs of Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Van Z.E., while customers wishing to be among the first to run on electrical power can pre-reserve their vehicle at renault-ze.com.
Axon hybrid chosen for ‘Plugged-in Places’ ceremony with E-on
UK car manufacturer Axon Automotive has been chosen to be part of the signing ceremony to launch the cooperation between E-on and Milton Keynes Council to provide the charging infrastructure for electric cars.
Drivers required to plug into phase two of MINI E trial
The search is on for 20 drivers to take part in phase two of a pioneering trial to test the UK’s first ever electric MINIs. Phase one of the trial is currently underway, the first 20 MINI E pioneers took ownership of their electric MINIs in December 2009 and are due to hand them back in June.
Electric cars a reality for Ireland
The Irish Government, the ESB, the nation’s largest electricity utility, and the Renault-Nissan Alliance today announced a comprehensive partnership to position Ireland as a European leader in electric transport.