Government to offer £3,750 to EV buyers
EV Info
JULY 15, 2025
The government is set to reduce the cost of certain new electric cars by up to £3,750 through new grants aimed at encouraging a shift from petrol and diesel vehicles.
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EV Info
MARCH 27, 2025
Are electric vehicles (EVs) exempt from road tax in the UK? Yes, as of now, fully electric vehicles are exempt from paying VED. However, this will change from April 2025 when EVs will become subject to road tax like petrol and diesel cars. How much road tax will electric vehicle (EV) owners pay from 2025?
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Green Car Congress
MAY 16, 2018
The new Volvo S60 sedan to be launched later this spring will be the first Volvo to be produced without a diesel engine option. All new Volvo models launched from 2019 will be available as either a mild gasoline hybrid, plug-in gasoline hybrid or battery electric vehicle. The new S60 represents the next step in that commitment.
Drive Electric
JANUARY 19, 2021
If you have a business which runs a fleet of cars, are in charge of managing a fleet or drive a company car for work, you’re probably asking yourself if now is the time to go electric. Here we take a look at how EVs compare to petrol, diesel and hybrid cars. Cost of electric cars compared. Hyundai Kona Electric.
Green Car Congress
JUNE 18, 2020
Electric cars are becoming an attractive business proposition for high-mileage vehicle operators such as ride-sharer Uber in key EU capitals such as Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Lisbon, a new study by research and campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E) has found. The savings can be higher (24%) in the case of Parisian drivers.
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 14, 2018
Ford will manufacture the van with a range of electric motors and lithium-ion batteries, delivering up to 90 kW (122 PS) and a maximum torque of 276 N·m. Compared with diesel models, each electric delivery van will offer a reduction in CO 2 emissions of 5 tonnes each year and a saving of 1,900 liters of fuel.
Green Car Congress
JULY 23, 2020
In preparation for production of the fully-electric BMW i4, BMW Group Plant Munich will pause vehicle production for six weeks this summer. Plant Munich will take advantage of this break in production to implement numerous structural and remodeling measures before the fully-electric BMW i4 goes into standard production next year.
Green Car Congress
JUNE 18, 2019
Through extensive real-world testing of electrified vehicles, Emissions Analytics has found that hybrids, whether in gasoline or diesel form, offer the highest CO 2 reduction per kWh across all electrified powertrains. The most extreme form of the technology—fully-electric vehicles—is often hailed as the solution.
Teslarati
AUGUST 3, 2021
Cars running on petrol and diesel engines made up 4.3% (451 vehicles) and 4.1% (430 vehicles) of new passenger car sales in Norway last month. Nettavisen calculated that nearly 16 electric vehicles were sold in Norway for every diesel car sold in July. Zero-emission car sales include hybrids and electric vehicles.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 22, 2010
We are convinced that we will get a fantastic reaction from the people who use such vehicles on a daily basis: Electric mobility will allow them to travel in city areas which are now off-limits to petrol and diesel-powered vehicles and the range-extender technology makes it possible to use an electric van for normal routine business.
EV Central
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The days of diesel being a force in Australia’s always-booming dual-cab ute market appear to be coming to an end, with two household-name utes to switch to plug-in hybrid petrol power in their next generations, joining the top-selling Ford Ranger in the switch to electrified power. The post Are diesel’s days numbered?
Green Car Congress
MAY 20, 2022
So far, the market has been dominated by vehicles with diesel or petrol engines. Industry experts anticipate that in 2030 more than half of all new vehicles will be fully electric. Volkswagen’s MEB Electric Platform is used by the Group brands Volkswagen, Audi, SKODA and SEAT/CUPRA as well as external partners.
Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2019
The trial sought to test whether businesses could carry out the typical daily duties of their diesel-powered vehicles, while maximizing the use of zero-emissions electric-only mode. liter EcoBoost petrol engine as a range extender for total range exceeding 500 kilometers (310 miles). l/100km (71.2
EV Obssesion
MAY 23, 2021
Two Kia e-Niro adapted for use as electric emergency response vehicles The cars will be used as part of an initial pilot study Each car is equipped with life-saving equipment, medication and supplies for first responder paramedics Estimated 25 per cent reduction in maintenance costs over a petrol or diesel equivalent Two Kia e-Niro […].
Drive Electric NZ
OCTOBER 26, 2022
WHAT IS A BEV (BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE)? Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. BEVs run entirely on a battery-powered electric drivetrain. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A FULLY ELECTRIC CAR? Fully electric vehicles can have a significant upfront cost.
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
l/100 km (44 mpg US), a figure that some diesel cars might be jealous of. Power steering is electric and as a result we don’t need to check the power steering oil level as there isn’t any. Yes, the climate control is also electric, making it also working when the 1.5 petrol engine is not running.
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 5, 2010
Collecting real-world analysis of electric vehicles is essential in understanding actual demands and requirements of low carbon vehicles for consumers. Project Leader from CABLED co-ordinating partner Arup believes the data presents a positive outlook for the mass take-up of electric vehicles. Electricity providers E.ON
EV Central
DECEMBER 7, 2024
Buzz GTX hot MPV locked in for Australia Its biggest negative has been the petrol 3.5-litre litre four-cylinder turbo-diesels has been the less thirsty but pricier alternative, but now, finally, a petrol-electric hybrids here. The hybrids not miles ahead of the diesels 6.5L/100km 100km the diesel and 6.2L/100km
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 3, 2024
The newcomer is the first premium vehicle in its segment to feature not just a petrol, diesel or plug-in hybrid drive but also a fully electric one. Last week BMW Group Plant Dingolfing celebrated the official start of production for the new BMW 5 Series Touring.
Baua Electric
APRIL 11, 2024
. --> The remarks come after Aston Martin in February delayed the launch of its first electric vehicle by one year until 2026, and with deliveries due in 20 … The remarks come after Aston Martin in February delayed the launch of its first electric vehicle by one year until 2026, and with deliveries due in 2027.
Baua Electric
APRIL 9, 2023
BMW iX3 is the first Sports Activity Vehicle with an all-electric drive system Fully electric mobility celebrates its premiere in a BMW X model – the new BMW iX3 (fuelconsumption combined in theNEDC test cycle: 0.0 l/100 km; electric power consumption combined: 17.8 – 17.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 0 g/km).
Drive Electric
MARCH 25, 2021
That’s why the UK Government has banned the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030. Fully electric vehicles are zero-emission and their batteries can be charged using renewable energy. This is cleaner and better for the environment than producing petrol and diesel. Electric fleet pioneers.
Drive Electric
JULY 28, 2021
A question we’re often asked is whether or not there’s an electric vehicle congestion charge, and thankfully there’s not. All fully electric cars are completely exempt from the London Congestion Charge, as well as the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charge.
Drive Electric NZ
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Issues like thermal runaway, electrocution, and reports of inextinguishable fires plagued the pioneering electric vehicles. Useful terms: Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (ICEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV). Petrol and diesel vehicles both use internal combustion engines (ICEs). MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.
EV Central
APRIL 26, 2024
The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been shown off undisguised undergoing final winter testing and the big news is it looks just like the regular combustion version. The only changes from its transition from petrol or turbo-diesel include a smoother front grille and the addition of a new charging port behind the rear right door.
Drive Electric
JUNE 16, 2021
Thankfully, the UK Government has taken the crucial step of banning the sale of all new petrol and diesel cars by 2030. You can look forward to plenty of benefits from this, which are all great reasons to start driving an electric vehicle right away, that is if you haven’t got one already. Why are EVs best for London?
Drive Electric
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
Are electric cars better for the environment? That’s why the government has banned the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030. Fully-electric vehicles produce zero emissions and are far more efficient when it comes to using energy. How much are electric cars? How much does it cost to run an electric car?
Electric Vehicles India
JUNE 8, 2021
The government of Haryana is working out a policy to manufacture electric vehicles and convert petrol-diesel vehicles into electric vehicles in the state. To boost the eco-mobility in the state, Haryana aims to introduce 124 zero-emission fully electric buses in the state on a gross cost model.
Drive Electric
MARCH 12, 2021
Most of us are aware of the environmental benefits of EVs, which have led the UK government to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030, and incentivise electric vehicle use through 100% discounts on London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and Congestion Charge. Electric cars take all day to charge.
EV Central
JULY 31, 2024
Of the 34,425 sold in the first six months 17,052 were powered solely by electricity. per cent – almost half – of all medium sedans and wagons were fully electric. That means diesel and petrol still dominates, accounting for 98.6 Of 13,641 BMWs sold in the first six months 29 percent were electric.
EV Central
JULY 19, 2022
Canberra is set to become the first jurisdiction in Australia to ban petrol- and diesel-powered internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles from 2035. The report is also expected to set a bold target that will see 90 percent of new vehicle sales in the ACT fully electric by 2030.
Baua Electric
JANUARY 29, 2025
By mid-2025, Genesis will cease sales of gasoline and diesel models in the UK, marking a major step toward a greener automotive future. Genesis Electrification Strategy Genesis has committed to a fully electric future, with its existing lineup being phased out to make way for cutting-edge battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Get Electric Vehicle
JUNE 10, 2023
. #1 Budget Purchasing an electric car in India requires careful consideration of its price tag. While electric vehicles are environmentally friendly, their complex drivetrain and costly battery packs make them more expensive compared to traditional petrol/diesel cars.
Green Car Congress
JUNE 24, 2009
Modern electric cars offer power and bucket loads of torque. Today’s announcement signals our intent to reduce our dependence on petrol- and diesel-based engines, and determine the best practical alternatives. Electricity providers E.ON Low Carbon doesn’t mean low performance.
Drive Electric
JULY 1, 2021
Over a year with around 260 working days, that’s almost £4,000 of savings compared to a petrol or diesel van which doesn’t qualify for the discount. Vehicles within this criteria must: Meet Euro 6 standards (petrol and diesel). And from 25 October 2021, only battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are eligible.
Baua Electric
MARCH 4, 2025
The powertrain choices for the new generation Compass will include e-hybrid, e-hybrid plug-in and fully electric. The India-spec model is expected to come with both petrol and diesel engine options. However, Jeep is yet to reveal the specifications of these powertrains of the SUV.
EV Central
OCTOBER 7, 2023
Peugeot’s fully electric e-Partner van has an official range of 258km. A Peugeot delivery van’s diesel rattle was a familiar sound of my city childhood, and it’s a joy to be mooching around in this silent e-Partner version. That is, of course, unless you sling some weight in the back.
Baua Electric
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The Emax 7 is a fully electric SUV, whereas the Invicto is a hybrid MPV. The new MPV is also an all-electric one offering added newer features and technology. The new MPV is also an all-electric one offering added newer features and technology. Here’s a technical comparison of the two vehicles. kWh and 71.8
Baua Electric
JANUARY 21, 2024
Maruti Suzuki introduced mild hybrids in India in 2015 with the launch of the Ciaz diesel with SHVS. As a result, plug-in hybrids tend to have longer electric-only ranges than full hybrids. Plug-in hybrids are essentially a halfway point between full hybrid and fully electric automobiles.
Baua Electric
JANUARY 29, 2025
With stringent policies, increased investment in renewable energy, and a strong push for electric vehicles (EVs), the UK is setting a global benchmark in sustainability. Total EVs on the Road: As of December 2024, there are over 1,360,000 fully electric cars in the UK, comprising approximately 4.01% of the 34 million cars on UK roads.
My Energi
MARCH 11, 2021
Which was the last petrol / fossil fuel car you owned? The last petrol car I owned was the Mazda 3. If you went and purchased a mini electric and compared it to a petrol mini, the only real difference is that it has no engine. When you purchased a petrol car, did you ask yourself “what if I run out of petrol?”
EV Adoption
MARCH 3, 2021
Volvo to go all electric by 2030 – Volvo announced that its entire car line-up will be fully electric by 2030 and joins GM, JLR, Ford Europe, and other automakers in stating their goals or “aspirations” (in the case of GM) – to end production of gas-powered vehicles by 2030 or 2035 depending on the OEM.
EV Sales
MARCH 10, 2021
Still, the French market is known to be BEV-friendly, so fully electric models will likely recover as the year advances. At this pace, diesel will be mort here by 2024. Regarding the plugin share, last month it reached 13% (6.3% BEV), keeping the YTD share at 12% (5.8%
Get Electric Vehicle
AUGUST 6, 2021
Most of the car companies have made it their goal to go fully electric by a specific year. on the announcement, which comes a little over a week after the European Union suggested an effective ban on the sales of new petrol and diesel automobiles beginning in 2035 as part of a broader package of climate-change measures.
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