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

Green Car Congress

Last year we won with our petrol car the T.25 There were five vehicle energy classes: Pure Electric (EV); Extended-Range/Plug-In Hybrid (E-REV, PHEV); Hybrid (HV, HEV); Hydrogen (HFEV); and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)—up to 110g/km CO? 25 entry and this year our electric car the T.27. Both of which clearly demonstrates that.

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Charging piles will become standard in new buildings in the UK

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” “We are investing in new projects to convert wind energy into hydrogen, and our net zero strategy is expected to trigger around £90 billion in private sector investment, driving the creation of high-wage, high-skilled jobs as we unite and raise the bar across the country. part of the mission.” part of the mission.”

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New Toyota Prado revealed; one step closer to becoming an electric vehicle

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Square edges, a bold stance, contrasting roof colours and the Toyota name plastered across the grille reinforce the emphasis on design – and even tease some Land Rover themes. litre turbocharged petrol-electric system will initially only be offered in China and North America. The 243kW/630Nm 2.4-litre

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Universities of Birmingham and Warwick launch new fuels lab

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In our new laboratory we will be able to test different combinations of petrol and diesel as well as alternative fuels such as ethanol, tallow, various oil and tallow esters, DMF (2,5 dimethyl furan) and synthetic diesel, and gain a full picture of what is happening in an engine.

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Smarter, tougher and more capable: Why the electric Toyota LandCruiser Se will be better than your diesel-powered 300 Series

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Traction control systems with electric motors should also perform far better than they do with a petrol or diesel engine. Having a heavy battery pack low in the floor of the car should lower the centre of gravity, in turn improving on-road stability and allowing it to traverse steeper angles without fear of tipping over.

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Initial Results of UK EV Driver Study Show Increased Confidence and Low Cost Recharging

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The journey data gathered is already showing that the current generation of vehicles are cheap to run as well as being comparable to petrol and diesel vehicles for speed, ease of use and daily journey distance. —Brian Price, lecturer in Engineering Systems and Management at Aston. Electricity providers E.ON

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

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Today’s announcement signals our intent to reduce our dependence on petrol- and diesel-based engines, and determine the best practical alternatives. A new hydrogen station is planned for Coventry University. The government investment will support the investment already made by the consortia themselves. Electricity providers E.ON

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