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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)

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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge

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Overall winner of the second annual Brighton to London RAC (Royal Automotive Club) Future Car Challenge on 5 November was former Formula 1 designer Gordon Murray and his T.27 Last year we won with our petrol car the T.25 27 electric vehicle. Earlier post.). It is the first time we have showcased the T.27 27 on the UK roads.

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BMW to bring plug-in hybrid production to UK

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BMW is to bring the engine production of its new i8 plug-in hybrid car to the UK, the firm’s sales and marketing manager, Ian Robertson revealed this morning. Speaking at today’s SMMT 2012 International Automotive Summit at Canary Wharf in London, Robertson announced that a new generation 3 cylinder petrol engine for use in the [.].

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What does WLTP mean? A Beginner’s Guide to EV Terminology

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HEV: Hybrid Electric Vehicle. HEVs are cars that have both a traditional petrol/diesel engine, as well as an electric motor powered by a battery. It’s often the case that the electric motor is very much an auxiliary source of power in a hybrid, rather than a standalone source of propulsion. Electric Vehicle Glossary.

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Electric company car tax explained

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The following year this rises to just 2%, keeping the level far below petrol and diesel vehicles, as well as plug-in hybrids. As you can see, EVs offer enormous savings on company car tax compared to petrol and diesel models. That can be tempered when you get lumped with a company car tax bill, however. Volkswagen ID.3

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Toyota lays plans for plug-in vehicle trial

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The companies have been testing plug-in hybrid vehicles since September 2008 in London and now will embrace the opportunity to test the vehicles under demanding real-life situations. Mayor of London Boris Johnson also sees Toyota as playing a key role in the trials.

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UK TSB Awards £25M to Eight Low-Carbon Vehicle Demonstration Projects; Focus On Electric Vehicles

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The majority of the vehicles are electric, with a small number being plug-in gasoline-electric hybrids. Today’s announcement signals our intent to reduce our dependence on petrol- and diesel-based engines, and determine the best practical alternatives. Modern electric cars offer power and bucket loads of torque.

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