Lexus is now taking reservations for the UX 300e, the Japanese company’s forthcoming pure-electric crossover. Prices are expected to start from £43,900, though final pricing and specifications will be confirmed when customer orders are formally e…
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Hyundai launches Ioniq as electric brand
Hyundai has announced that it is expanding the Ioniq name to create a dedicated electric sub-brand. The move will see the Korean firm introduce three Ioniq EV models over the next four years. This will start early next year with the Ioniq…
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Geofence technology added to BMW PHEV range
BMW has released geofence technology for its plug-in hybrid range. The system, fitted to all new PHEV models, allows the vehicle to automatically switch to electric mode when reaching certain designated areas. The BMW eDrive Zones service has been roll…
Nissan and E.On V2G charging project to expand
Nissan and E.On have deployed 20 vehicle-to-grid (V2G) EV charge points at the Japanese manufacturer’s European Technical Centre at Cranfield, as part of a trial to demonstrate how electric vehicles can play a part in supporting the UK grid. Inte…
Kia cuts waiting times for popular e-Niro
Kia has announced that it has secured increased numbers of its e-Niro pure-EV crossover for the UK, significantly reducing waiting times for customers. Having been highly sought-after since launch, Kia has struggled to keep up with demand in the UK. Ho…
EV market grows 290% in July 2020
The electric car market has once again significantly outperformed the UK new car market as a whole, with growth of 260% for pure-EVs in July 2020 and 320% for PHEVs, compared to the same period last year. The latest set of Society…
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Tonik smart energy bundle splits out EV charging costs
Tonik Energy has launched Home & Smart EV, the UK’s first electric vehicle and domestic energy bundle that separates out a rate specifically for charging the EV. Using a smart home charge point, Tonik Energy’s tariff sees customers cha…
Go Ultra Low reveals EVs are priority for employees
Employees reckon electric vehicles (EVs) can play a key role in companies improving their environmental credentials, according to a study by Go Ultra Low. The joint government and industry campaign to promote EVs has found that 70% of those employees s…
Mercedes Benz EQV electric MPV goes on sale
Mercedes Benz has announced UK details and specifications for the EQV. The German marque’s pure-electric people carrier will start at £70,665, and offer a range of up to 213 miles on a charge. Powered by a 150 kW electric motor backed by…
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Skoda adds Alexa control for remote EV features
Skoda has introduced remote charging for its electric vehicles by incorporating with Amazon’s Alexa voice command service. Remote control features using the Skoda Connect app can now be accessed via the Alexa voice assistant, allowing users a ran…