Category: Electric Vehicles
Kia EV3 now available across Europe from £33,000
Kia's compact electric SUV, the Kia EV3, has arrived in Europe with a range of up to 375 miles on a single charge and an interior design that the manufacturer claims optimises space, comfort and accessibility. Furthermore, the 375-mile range of the EV3 goes up to 479 miles when the vehicle is used purely…
Nissan to launch affordable bi-directional EV charging from 2026
Technology to support transition to net zero and lower electricity bills Nissan first automotive brand to achieve Grid certification for AC-based solution in the UK Launch to commence in UK and expand to European markets Initiative progresses commitment of The Arc, business plan Nissan has announced it will launch affordable on-board bi-directional charging on selected…
All-electric Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S covers 794 km on single battery charge
VW ID.7 Maximum WLTP range of up to 709 km exceeded The vehicle was driven during the day on a defined route in actual traffic, which included both main through-roads and motorway sections ID.7 Pro S with 86-kWh battery (net) is designed for the greatest possible efficiency Driving the new all-electric…
Research finds EV batteries can last 20 years or more
New research has found that EV batteries can last for more than two decades, outlasting the usable life of a vehicle and allaying fears of battery issues with many prospective EV buyers. Geotab Inc, a market leader in connected transportation solutions, has released new data that indicates electric vehicle (EV) batteries will now last 20…
ID. Buzz 7-seat EV to make UK debut at CarFest 2024
UK debut of VW all-electric ID. Buzz 7-seat Test drives of the ID. Buzz 5-seat also available during the three-day event CarFest takes place 23-25 August 2024 at Laverstoke Park Farm, Hampshire The much-anticipated all-electric VW ID. Buzz 7-seater will make its UK debut at CarFest 2024 from 23-25 August 2024. Visitors to CarFest, the UK’s…
Production of Polestar 3 starts in South Carolina
Sweden-based EV manufacturer Polestar announces that production of its luxury SUV, Polestar 3, has started in South Carolina, USA. This makes the Polestar 3 the first Polestar to be produced on two continents. The factory in South Carolina produces cars for customers in the US and Europe, complementing existing production in Chengdu, China. Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar’s…
Volvo extends EV range with entry-level £33,000 EX30
Volvo EX30 Core Introduction of entry-level EX30 Core trim increases the affordability of the electric SUV Available with both Single Motor and Single Motor Extended Range powertrains Equipment specification includes rear parking camera, touchscreen system with Google services built in, dashboard-mounted soundbar an an energy-saving heat pump (Single Motor Extended Range…
VW partners with OVO to power EV customers’ energy needs
Volkswagen Group UK partners with energy experts OVO to support customers’ switch to electric vehicles VWG EV customers to benefit from OVO’s clean energy and technical innovations ‘Charge Anytime’ add-on means cost-effective energy, day or night 10,000 free miles and anniversary bonuses bring additional benefits to VW customers VW has partnered with OVO to offer…
Osprey Charging acquires land to establish its largest Scottish EV charging hub
Osprey Charging has purchased its second freehold site – which will become Osprey’s largest charging location in Scotland. Planning approval to construct a 300kW ultra-rapid charging hub has already been obtained and construction work is expected to start in the summer The 16-charger hub will be located opposite the Phoenix Retail Park on the A737…
BYD reveals prices for SEAL U DM-i plug in hybrid EV
Chinese manufacturer BYD (short for Build Your Dreams) has announced UK pricing for its new SEAL plug-in hybrid EV. The new BYD SEAL U DM-i, which is a five-seater D-segment SUV, is the brand’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) in Europe. For the first time, UK consumers can experience all the benefits of BYD’s Super…
