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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Audi previews new Q6 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  According to Audi the three motor layout will   create an ‘electrified quattro’, making the e-tron quattro concept both 'highly efficient and responsive'. It also has a range of up to 310 miles. Power comes from a lithium-ion battery, positioned between the axles and below the passenger compartment, to lower the Q6's centre of gravity. There are no details about charging times or if the battery will be included in the list price of the car or leased as part of a monthly fee.  As the name implies, the Q6 will sit between the Q5 and Q7 in the Audi range and will combine an SUV body with a coupe-like cabin.
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  Mazda to build a Compression Ignition Petrol Engine with a 35% improvement in economy 8 Nov 2017 (News)
  The big money is not going into generating electricity, it’s being invested in short-life electric cars and short-life batteries. They talk about "renewable energy" but what they really mean is "renewable cars." That’s the way to make a financial killing. In the meantime, Mazda is looking at all options. Cleanest overall in both NOx and CO2 is an LPG powered hybrid.
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  Jaguar reveals electric E-type 7 Sep 2017 (News)
  The E-type Zero has a ‘real world’ range of 270km (about 170 miles), helped by the low weight and good aerodynamics. It uses a 40kWh battery, which can be recharged from home overnight (typically in six to seven hours, depending on power source). The Jaguar Land Rover Tech Fest, where the electric Jaguar E-type is unveiled, is being held at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London from 8-10 September.
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  KIA Launches LPG Hybrid 25 Mar 2009 (News)
  When converted to a standard petrol engine that figure would be 21.5km/litre. The Forte LPI hybrid is also the first car in the world to use lithium polymer batteries. Compared to nickel-metal-hydride (Ni-MH) batteries used by competitors, lithium polymer batteries provide more power in a lighter and compact package, enhancing fuel performance and freeing up more space.
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  MOTORISTS – PREPARE FOR THE WORST WINTER IN YEARS 23 Nov 2005 (News)
  According to the supplier its best selling item is a fully waterproof car cover to protect against frost and snow. The company claim battery boosters, battery chargers, quick fit snow chains, tyre pressure compressors, wiper blades and up-rated headlamp bulbs are selling better than at any time in the last 10 years. Mark Cornwall of Carparts-direct.co.uk said: “We have had a decade of mild winters and we think this year is going to take some motorists by surprise.
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  Classic concept cars celebrated at British Motor Museum exhibition 29 Jul 2019 (News)
  Visions of the future from times past include the 1970 Crompton Leyland Electricar. Styled by Michelottis and based on standard Mini parts it was powered by 24 lead-acid batteries driving two 3.9hp (2.9kW) motors. It had a stop speed of 33mph and a battery life of 40 minutes. Also on show is the Triumph XL90.
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  Amazon moves forward with drones that can charge your car while you drive 13 Oct 2017 (News)
  After all, with everything else on demand - flying battery bots seem like the natural next step, rather than a look into the distant future.
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  Skoda unveils all-electric Vision E 29 Mar 2017 (News)
  .  There is no indication if the Vision E will ever make it to production, but it does give some interesting insight into what tech will be used in future electric cars. The Vision E, for example, will be powered by lithium-ion batteries, connected to two electric motors that will deliver 300PS to all four wheels. The top speed will be 112mph and Skoda claims that the advanced battery pack will allow the SUV to cover up to 311 miles on a single charge.  Skoda believes that some 15 percent of all new cars will completely autonomously in 2030 and the Vision E is designed to cater for this, with 'level 3' prerequisites for automatic control.
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  Advent Calendar Competition Day Seven Prize - AUKEY Power Bank 7 Dec 2017 (News)
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  The best-selling cars in July 7 Aug 2017 (News)
  That said, demand for alternatively-fuelled vehicles including plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles grew and they took a record market share of 5.5 per cent, as demand for diesel cars dropped by 20.1 per cent. But what were the most popular selling cars in July 2017?
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  Ampera plug-in hybrid to demonstrate range on Budget Day. 16 Jun 2010 (News)
  Electricity drives the Ampera’s wheels at all times and speeds, and for the first 40 miles of the trip power will be supplied by electricity stored in a cutting-edge, 16kWh lithium-ion battery, meaning the Ampera will emit zero tailpipe emissions. When the battery’s energy is depleted to a minimum state, a small petrol/E85-fuelled engine generator seamlessly provides electricity to power the electric drive unit, boosting range by a further 310 miles, but, of course, meaning the car is not entirely free of tailpipe emissions, though CO2 is actually less than using electricity from coal fired power stations.
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  Review: FOBO Bluetooth tyre pressure monitor 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  There are four squares on screen to represent each of the tyres, with pressures marked in PSI, kPa or BAR depending on your preference. There is also a readout for the temperature of each tyre, plus there is a battery status for each of the sensors. One of the four sensors The sensors come with preinstalled batteries which should last several years, while the control module uses AA batteries, also provided.
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  New Volkswagen Golf GTI revealed 27 Feb 2020 (News)
  The plug-in hybrid GTE model pairs a 1.4-litre petrol engine with an electric motor to provide a GTI-matching 245PS. A bigger-than-before 13kWh battery means it can now cover 37 miles under electric power alone, while its trick predictive hybrid control means it'll charge up the batteries on the motorway and run in electric mode around town. Other distinguishing features of the GTE include a lack of visible tailpipes, while the digital instrument panel and infotainment screen feature GTE-specific efficiency displays.
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  New EV fast chargers will boost batteries in just 10 minutes 22 May 2019 (News)
  Ultra-fast electric car chargers will be able to provide 220 miles of range in less than 10 miles - but not all electric vehicles can handle the power.
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  Renault Zoe Electric Car Travels 1,005 Miles in 24 Hours 14 Jun 2012 (News)
  This makes ZOE compatible with any socket and any power level. ZOE was therefore able to be fast-charged at 43 kW, regaining 80% of battery capacity in under thirty minutes. The distance record was also made possible by the best-in-class NEDC range of 130 miles (210 km, between 62 and 93 miles depending on conditions of use). Overall, the final ZOE was fast-charged 18 times in 24 hours.
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  Rescue Pack For Dark Winter Days 8 Sep 2003 (News)
  The SIP Rescue Pack throws out a massive 900amp of power to start virtually any car with a flat battery. Heavy-duty 750mm starter cables are neatly built-in. Operating the rescue pack is easy. You simply connect the leads to your battery and to the car's earth, flick the switch on the Rescue pack and turn your ignition key.
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  Nissan Leaf Voted European Car of the Year 29 Nov 2010 (News)
  The single option is a solar panel mounted in the rear spoiler that supports charging of the car's 12V battery used for powering accessories. Deliveries in Japan and the United States begin this December. The first UK customers will get their LEAFs in March. The zero-emission car is currently being built in Japan, but will also be produced –along with its batteries - in Sunderland, England from early 2013.
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  Electric classics ‘must not be considered historic vehicles’ says FIVA 21 Oct 2019 (News)
  FIVA (the Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens or international federation of historic vehicles) says it cannot promote the use of modern EV components (motors and batteries) to replace a historic vehicle’s powertrain to owners or regulators. Tiddo Bresters, FIVA’s vice-president of legislation, says, ‘It is not, in our opinion, the shape or body style of a vehicle that makes it ‘historic’, but the way in which the entire vehicle has been constructed and manufactured in its original form.’ Converting classic cars from internal combustion engines to battery power is becoming increasingly popular.
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  Everything under 100g/km to be Congestion Tax Exempt 29 May 2010 (News)
  In addition, and as a way of encouraging the uptake of electric cars, the same exemption will apply to full battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars.   Transport for London is inviting feedback on the new proposals until 2 August 2010 via the TfL website: https://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/roadusers/congestioncharging/consultation/default.aspx Once a decision has been made, the results will be published, with any changes taking effect from 4 th January 2011.