Archive for May 2020
Volkswagen launch its first fully electric van in the UK – ABT eTransporter 6.1
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched its first fully electric van in the UK with prices for the zero-emission ABT eTransporter 6.1 starting from £42,060 ($78,000 AUD). Developed in collaboration with Premium Partner ABT e-Line, the ABT eTransporter 6.1 combines quiet and smooth driving, instant torque, fast charging and high load capacity for the ultimate zero-emissions…
Read full article >>Ford announce that Mustang Mach-E electric car charges 30% faster than they initially thought
Latest testing has shown that the Mustang Mach-E charge time has improved by approximately 30 percent from early estimates, adding an estimated average of 100kms of range in 10 minutes using Electrify America’s DC fast charging station with extended-range battery and rear-wheel drive . “Mustang customers love the open road and less time recharging means…
Read full article >>The new all-electric ŠKODA Enyaq iV breaks cover as specifications released
The new ŠKODA Enyaq iV marks a pioneering step forward in the Czech carmaker’s electromobility strategy. The first ŠKODA production model based on Volkswagen Group’s MEB modular electric car platform combines brand-typical virtues such as a generous amount of space and an emotive design with fun yet sustainable driving. There is a choice of three…
Read full article >>The Han EV luxury saloon from BYD to be released in Europe with “executive specification”
BYD has announced that the Han EV, the company’s pure electric flagship model aimed squarely at the premium luxury saloon market, will be revealed in Europe. The Han EV is the first full-electric passenger car equipped with BYD’s ground-breaking new ‘Blade Battery’ technology – delivering greatly enhanced safety, improved range capability and a simplified, smaller…
Read full article >>New partnership to integrate connected vehicles, connected homes and connected customers
Centrica plc, the parent company of British Gas, and British motor manufacturer Lotus are working together to develop a new model for electric vehicle ownership that fully integrates future mobility and energy. By making the car an extension of the home, capable of storing electricity, minimising emissions and generating new income by providing services to…
Read full article >>All-new Mini Electric First Edition charges in to Australian dealers from August
MINI Australia has announced the local pricing and arrival schedule for its highly-anticipated first-ever all-electric MINI. Priced at $59,900*(National drive away price), a limited number of launch special “First Edition” variants will arrive in Australian dealerships from August 2020. The MINI Electric Hatch is based on the striking design of the three-door ICE-powered MINI Cooper…
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