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  Contradictory Results From Electric Car Consumer Surveys 30 May 2009 (News)
  A GfK NOP survey for the RAC Foundation suggests 6.75 million drivers are thinking about buying a vehicle powered solely by batteries. The poll results should be welcome news for the Department for Transport which last month announced an incentive scheme that would see grants of up to £5,000 being offered to purchasers of electric powered cars from 2011.
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  Four New Eco KIAs at Paris Show 26 Sep 2008 (News)
  The Soul Hybrid concept comes complete with a panoramic powered folding fabric roof, plus a transparent bonnet and floor, so the new hybrid powertrain and battery pack can be viewed by show visitors. This Soul Hybrid features Kia's Gamma 1.6-litre petrol engine, mated to a 15 kW, 105 Nm AC synchronised electric motor, Kia's own CVT (continuously variable transmission), ISG (Idle Stop&Go) and ‘regenerative braking' to re-charge its power pack.
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  Peugeot E-Legend concept car to get UK debut at NEC classic motor show 24 Oct 2019 (News)
  The Peugeot e-Legend Concept is powered by a 100% electric power train, with the 100kWh batteries reaching 800Nm torque and 340Kw power, distributed to the four-wheel drive. This level of performance makes it possible to travel 0-100km/h in less under four seconds and reach a maximum speed of 220km/h.
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  1986 BMW E28 M5 in Barons Classic Car Auction on 16th July 15 Jul 2019 (News)
  The engine is still original and runs well and the interior is fully restored with fridge/freezer, sink/tap and fittings, 2 gas hobs, new cabinets, removable slide-along table, buddy seat, new rock and roll bed, touch lighting, new leisure battery, 240 mains hook up, USB ports, 12 volt power outlet, plug socket, new curtains all around, new relevating roof. VED exempt. It is estimated at £22,000 to £27,000. Reasonable value for money, this VED exempt 1971 Tartan Red MGB has a fully rebuilt engine, new sills, new front wings, new rear lower wings and the doors are in very good condition.
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  Plug-in Car Grant to end in 2020? 12 Jul 2018 (News)
  The Road to Zero Strategy: £400 million EV Charging Infrastructure Investment fund to increase number of charging points in towns, cities and motorway service stations All new homes to get a mandatory EV charge point Modifying lampposts so they can provide EV charging points £40 million programme to develop wireless and on-street charging for EVs £246 million to research next generation battery technology Prosecuting garages that remove emissions reduction technology, like DPFs Increasing the grant level of the Workplace Charging Scheme from £300 per socket to 75 per cent of the purchase and installation costs of a charge point capped at a maximum of £500 per socket
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  Honda's new Mean Mower can hit 150mph 4 Jul 2018 (News)
  Essentially, more space was required to house the chain running to the rear tyres and the two batteries required to power electric motors. Oh, and the cutting blades are made from actual carbonfibre. As well as the engine, Fireblade parts include the clutch, ECU, six-speed drive train and full colour LCD display.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 11 Oct 2017 (News)
  This tiny device just goes on your keyring (or another device) and will make a 98 decibel melody when you ring it using the phone app. There's no battery or charging required, and when  it’s time for a new Tile, the replacement program lets you upgrade yours at a discounted price. >> Click here to see the deal
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  Review: Ring Magflex Twist work lamp 7 Jun 2017 (News)
  In fact, it’s so sturdy we decided to run it over – and it survived with barely a scratch. The built-in battery lasts about three hours before it needs a recharge from one of the two supplied chargers – one that connects to the mains and another to plug into a 12V van accessory socket. There’s not much more to it – the Magflex is a smartly designed, well-made work lamp and at £30-40, depending on where you buy, it’s decent value too.
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  A Grand Monday: Peugeot 405 21 Nov 2016 (News)
  Power steering, alloys and tinted windows complete the definition of iconic Eighties plushness. It comes with a new battery and exhaust, while the current owner has replaced the steering wheel and gearknob with new items to bring the cabin right up to mint condition – it looks lovely. With a new 12-month MoT, the only thing that might detract from the car’s appeal is its automatic gearbox.
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  A Grand Monday: Saab 900i 11 Apr 2016 (News)
  The brake discs and pads have plenty of life left in them and we’re told that everything works – manual sunroof, electric windows, and central locking. The seller says that the exhaust is in good condition and a new, heavy-duty battery was fitted last year. The tyres also look good, with a new set fitted to the rear recently. So it could justify its £1375 price tag, especially as demand is growing for these cars. While Saabs are pretty strong mechanically, they can rust just like any other old car if they're not looked after.
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  Prize-winning Beetle written off by Storm Desmond 14 Dec 2015 (News)
  . ‘When I first heard of the flooding, I headed straight there. The water was only a foot and a half deep at that stage, but was already over the battery and the exhaust. The best thing I could do – with the help of a friend and a passer-by – was to wade in up to my knees and push the car on to higher ground.’ The 1973 Bug has been declared a total write-off and must be scrapped.
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  What is the Honest John Fuel Cost Calculator? 8 Jul 2015 (News)
  Yes, the Fuel Calculator will let you compare all powertrains - petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric. It will also factor in electric grants and battery hire, should it apply to the electric car in question. Will the fuel calculator factor in congestion charging? Yes, the Fuel Calculator will work out London congestion charge savings if the car in question qualifies for exemption.
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  Stunning Mk1 Mondeo for sale at £1500 25 May 2015 (News)
  With 136bhp and 180Nm of torque, it’s still capable of keeping up with modern traffic – 0-62mph takes 9.2 seconds. Look inside the spotless engine bay and you’ll see the Ford battery, stickers, tags and plates – it looks like it’s only just left the showroom. According to the history file, the car was registered new on 11th April 1996 by Ford Main Dealer Chiltern Garage of Sudbury.
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  A grand Monday: Citroen BX project £500 18 May 2015 (News)
  Fitted with alloy wheels (from a ZX Volcane), it’s had new starter motor, new alternator and new battery in the past two years. Fuel pipes have been renewed, as has the radiator. And just look at that interior – it doesn’t look like a car that’s done 210k. So that’s the good, what about the bad?
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  Celebrate 30 years of the Sinclair C5 2 Jan 2015 (News)
  But at just 2ft 7in tall, it made users vulnerable on the road, while the claimed 20 miles of one battery charge was modest to say the least. And then there was the ‘weather cheater’ poncho – a poor substitute for the lack of rain protection. Although Sinclair had expected to sell up to 100,000 units a year, only 9000 C5s were built.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 11 8 Jun 2013 (News)
  Nicky Bailey said: 'We have broken the back axle, and an oil leak is making the fan-belt slip, so we have no cooling and no battery-charge…. yep, push-starts in the sand. Climbing the Mountain of Doom was done slowly as we had to top up the radiator several times, but, we fully took in the amazing scenery. All but two leaves broke on the front spring.'
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  Master mechanic, aged eight. 21 Feb 2012 (News)
  When the car turned up it was a little worse for wear, but James and his six-year-old brother managed to get it started with a new battery. After that the real work started. “I gave him a list of parts that he would require, but he was told that he must order them as it’s his car, he was not too keen on the idea but he did it in the end.” Explained James’ father.
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  Next Nissan Qashqai to be designed, engineered and built in Britain 8 Jun 2011 (News)
  Sunderland will also start to produce the 100% electric Nissan LEAF from 2013 and, in a new stand-alone facility, to make lithium-ion batteries for both Renault and Nissan vehicles from 2012. Prime Minister David Cameron said: “This investment from Nissan is fantastic news and a great demonstration of the strength and vitality of the UK car industry.
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  Nissan Leafs to get Free Power Ups in London 27 May 2011 (News)
  Nissan LEAF's advanced on-board IT and telematics systems provides continuous information feedback to the driver, including battery capacity and range, and provides the location of the nearest charging station. Navigation information is continuously updated giving drivers the latest accurate traffic conditions en route. More at Nissan
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  Axon shows plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Milton Keynes Science Festival 27 Oct 2009 (News)
      “As a plug-in hybrid we have no limitation on range but we can maximise the benefits of electrics day to day without the cost and weight of large batteries.” He added. The Axon car is a multipurpose vehicle built for two adults plus substantial amounts of luggage.