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Honest John's Deals of the Week 27 Oct 2017 (News)
>> Click here to see the deal Thursday 26 October Get the Ring 12V battery charger for £38.35, down from £54.99. This charger can charge up to 3-litre engines and protects against overcharging.The cars we'd most like to take home from the CCA sale on Saturday 4 Dec 2015 (News)
On the plus side, it’s recently had a new clutch slave cylinder fitted, along with new tyres, refurbished wheels and a battery. It’s said to be an unmolested original example with just 14k on the clock. Classic BMWs make serious money these days, and there’s a lot of demand for Tourings. If you’re handy with a welder and set of spanners, this might be a great project to take on.Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Next-generation Toyota Prius makes first appearance 15 Sep 2015 (News)
Despite running on a new platform, the 1.8-litre hybrid system is carried over from the outgoing Prius, albeit revised to improve economy. The built in electric motor has been downsized and there is a new battery system, which helps maximise load capacity. Toyota promises improvements to economy and lower emissions than ever before, but so far there are no solid figures. Given this is Toyota’s flagship hybrid model so expect it to be the cleaner and more frugal than the Yaris Hybrid, so expect more than 90mpg with CO2 emissions of 70g/km or below. Live Blog LIVE: Frankfurt Motor Show 2015Vauxhall cuts price of Ampera 13 Sep 2013 (News)
The Ampera is the sister car to the Chevrolet Volt and has a real world battery range of between 25 and 50 miles, after which a small range-extending generator, powered by a 1.4-litre petrol engine, intervenes to provide up to an additional 300-plus mile range. At all times, the Ampera’s wheels are electrically driven, setting it apart from conventional hybrid vehicles.Toyota and Lexus to showcase latest hybrids at EcoVelocity 8 Aug 2011 (News)
Toyota will also showcase their latest advancement in hybrid technology in the form of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, or Prius PHEV. Fitted with advanced battery technology, the Prius PHEV can travel further than a conventional Prius on electricity alone, and can be plugged in to charge rather than relying solely on its internal combustion engine. Lexus will be at EcoVelocity too, with the CT 200h , a full-hybrid compact hatchback with sub-100g/km emissions.Dynamic EV charging in development 26 Jul 2011 (News)
The partnership aims to develop in-motion charging by embedding transmitters under the track (or road). These transmitters then transfer power directly to the cars battery so it can charge constantly while in motion, meaning an unlimited range on roads with the transmitters installed. HaloIPT’s technology tolerates misalignment over the charging transmitters and will intelligently distribute power, meaning constant delivery of charging at speed.Car insurance for green autos 'not expensive' 23 Jun 2009 (News)
Data provided by moneysupermarket.com revealed there is little difference between the cost of a policy for a battery-powered G-Wizz, a hybrid Honda Insight or a petrol edition of the Honda Jazz. Meanwhile, the price comparison website pointed out motorists with green cars are also likely to make savings in other areas.Government's green scheme 'not practical' 29 May 2009 (News)
According to the RAC Foundation, despite the fact the Department for Transport recently announced it would be offering £5,000 grants towards battery-powered vehicles from 2011, the country's leaders do not think such models will be widely available until 2017. Meanwhile, a survey by the motoring group revealed 6.75 million motorists would be tempted to buy an electric car in the next five years.New M3 saloon from BMW 'has supercar performance' 9 Oct 2007 (News)
Brake Energy Regeneration is also a feature, meaning that the car understands when it is over-run and charges the battery using the alternator accordingly. The firm believes that the M3 saloon is only slightly removed from a coupe. It commented: "The M3 Saloon features the same, sleek front end design from the Coupe.Updated Porsche Panamera makes its Goodwood debut 11 Jul 2013 (News)
Perhaps the most important new addition to the Panamera range is the S E-Hybrid. It features a battery pack which can be charged from the mains, which lowers the tailpipe emissions and means emissions of just 71g/km, despite there being 416PS on tap. There’s also a new twin-turbo V6 engine on offer with 420PS, replacing the older, less efficient 4.8-litre V8 previously offered by Porsche.Renault Twizy now available with windows 31 Oct 2012 (News)
Available for £295, the kit can be fitted to any Twizy providing the gullwing doors are already fitted. The all-electric Twizy range kicks off at £6,690 plus a monthly battery hire charge from £45. Click here to read our road test .Zipcar adds Ampera to fleet 21 May 2012 (News)
Zipcar has partnered with Boroughs across London to increase the number of charging points, so users can top up the battery without needing the petrol engine.Vauxhall to release electric car in UK 4 Mar 2009 (News)
The vehicle can be charged via any household 240V outlet. During journeys of up to 40 miles, it relies purely on its battery and for longer trips, an on-board generator kicks in, which can increase the car's range to more than 300 miles. A previous statement from Vauxhall described the Ampera as offering plenty of space for passengers and technologically-advanced equipment.Quick New Astra Diesel Uses Stop/Start to Achieve 62.8mpg in EC Tests 12 Apr 2011 (News)
In order for Start/Stop to function, certain criteria have to be met. The engine needs to be up to full operating temperature, and the battery needs to be sufficiently charged. The outside temperature also needs to be above freezing and the Defrost function not activated. Apart from these parameters, the Start/Stop system includes the following ancillaries: A more robust starter motor A high performance battery, which ensures maximum reliability of the electrical system and the engine’s capacity to start without delay An intelligent battery control with sensor, providing reliability and consistent quality An energy management system responsible for trouble-free re-starting of the engine.Nissan Solves Problem of Silent Approach of Electric Cars on Pedestrians 11 Jun 2010 (News)
., followed by production in the UKat the Sunderland plant in 2013. Annual Nissan LEAF production for Oppama is 50,000 units. The Lithium-ion battery that powers Nissan LEAF will be produced by Nissan’s joint-venture with NEC, AESC (Automotive Energy Supply Company). Originally planned annual battery production capacity at AESC was 65,000 units including 54,000 units for EV.Preview: Bromley Pageant, 9 June 30 Apr 2013 (News)
Bringing a welcome street and strip flavour to the Pageant is the Dutch House Street and Strip Club, otherwise known as the DHSS Car Club, one of the country’s longest-established custom car and hot rod clubs. And for something completely different the Battery vehicle Society shows just how well established battery-powered cars are. The Society was founded 40 years ago and continues to promote all types of electric vehicles. So whatever your choice of classic cars, this year’s Peter James Insurance Bromley Pageant of Motoring will have something for you.HONDA TO LAUNCH JAZZ HYBRID 21 May 2008 (News)
Its strengths will be good fuel efficiency, manoeuvrability, comfort and styling. Production costs will be significantly reduced with the new control unit and battery made lighter and more compact. A thinner motor is also being produced in an improved manufacturing facility at Honda's Suzuka plant. With a completely new platform, Honda is to re-position the hybrid control unit and battery which will be located underneath the cargo space.Permanent Micra Price Cuts by up to £1,500 6 Apr 2007 (News)
Initia still comes complete with driver, passenger and side airbags (passenger side can be de-activated), active front headrests, ABS with Brake assist, ISOFIX child seat anchorage points, central locking with anti-hijack feature, front electric windows, full body coloured front and rear bumpers, rear sliding seat that can split 60:40, front electric windows and a friendly lighting system along with battery save to help prevent the battery from going low on charge. £1300 extra gets the Spirita (£8795) which includes air conditioning with pollen filter, an integrated drive computer, a leather steering wheel with easy to use control buttons for the audio and computer, front map reading lights, driver’s seat height and lumbar adjustment, under-seat seat storage, an A4 sized slide out tray from the already large glovebox, electric door mirrors which are body coloured along with the door handles and a 6 speaker CD audio system.Get a new Nissan Leaf for less than £10,000 9 Oct 2013 (News)
All Leafs are supplied as new, although Visia Flex models are only available if you lease the battery separately, which costs £70 per month on a 7500-mile limit on a three-year contract. There’s also huge savings to be found on nearly new Leafs. We found a 2013 five-door Visia Flex in ourElectric Morgan in development 18 Aug 2011 (News)
The Morgan +E prototypes will be powered by a new version of Zytek’s 94bhp 300Nm electric powertrain, which is already supplied to some US vehicle manufacturers. The battery pack will be integrated into the aluminium chassis. The two engineering concepts should be completed in 2012.