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SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Petrol or diesel? Unless you choose an all-electric model such as the Nissan Leaf, it’s a question you’ll have to consider before choosing your next c.

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The future of the car is electric and the internal combustion engine is going the same way as the dinosaurs

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JULY 30, 2013

Plug-in hybrid cars appear to offer the best of both worlds with the chance to travel emission free in electric mode, but still have a petrol/diesel engine to fall back on in the event that you need to travel a longer distance. Latest News Green cars Hybrid cars Ford'

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MAY 29, 2009

As part of the 24 th International Battery, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition a number of lectures took place focusing on the development of electric vehicles in China and India. It will also give priority to high efficiency direct injection engine cars and hybrids until 2020.

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MARCH 26, 2020

With the government announcing a ban on the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrids cars from 2035 (or 2032 maybe), you’d be forgiven for thinking we’d all be clambering to jump into an electric vehicle as soon as possible.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

MARCH 18, 2010

Nissan Leaf Electric Car to be Made in the UK. “Japanese car manufacturer Nissan announced today that it would build its new energy efficient electric car, the Nissan Leaf, in the UK. Companies news posted by Carla Windsor. Tags: Production News Nissan Leaf.

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APRIL 24, 2009

It’s not just Michigan and California that are ramping up their efforts to go green in the USA. Now Utah has made a significant green car commitment. The state plans to spend $4.5million to more than double the number of natural gas cars and gas-electric hybrids that are used in its fleet.

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DECEMBER 20, 2011

Though it is established as Japan’s leading green car, production of the Toyota Prius is now heading to China. It is the third generation of the petrol-electric [.].

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Despite the benefits of reducing petrol related expenses and emissions, scepticism remains about plug-in electric vehicle technology, according to a new survey by Pike Research. It has found that there are widespread fears that plug-in electric vehicles may not be as reliable as traditional petrol vehicles.

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 23, 2013

After the Model S became the best-selling car in Norway (and yes, that includes petrol and diesel models, see Tesla Model S tops sales charts), the electric car maker Tesla Motors has now set its sights on the German market. Latest News Green cars Tesla Motors'

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NOVEMBER 27, 2013

If electric or hydrogen cars are ever going to take off as an alternative to petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles, then it was always going to take some serious backing from the powers-that-be to implement the necessary infrastructure to make them a success. Latest News Green cars Electric cars Hydrogen fuel Hydrogen cars'

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AUGUST 26, 2013

The popular Nissan LEAF electric car has already changed the perception of electric vehicles as legitimate alternatives to petrol and diesel cars: and now it is ready to prove they can be every bit as safe too with a host of new technologies. Nissan is demonstrating two new safety technologies as [.].

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Green Cars News

JULY 18, 2009

Demand is so high for green cars after government incentives were introduced in Japan, that the Honda Motor Company, the country’s number two car manufacturer, has said it will start partial weekend shifts at two factories in a bid to push low emission vehicles off the production line.

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JULY 16, 2013

Its hybrid car line-up has come under fire for its fuel consumption: but now Ford has revealed plans to enhance the fuel economy performance of its petrol-electric models. Latest News Green cars Hybrid cars Ford'

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Green Cars News

MAY 9, 2009

The programme is expected to last until 2012 and will involve around 50 electric vehicles. Despite the commitment it is expected that the introduction of green cars involve slow progress. Even the first commercially available electric vehicles in the country - the LTA approved E-max Scooter - has failed to set sales alight.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Here we offer our pick of the top 10 green cars at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show: Ford Focus EcoNetic – With its start/stop engine technology, the Ford Focus EcoNetic promises to break the 100g/km carbon dioxide (CO2) threshold with emissions of just 99g/km. Volkswagen e-up! It is set to debut in 2013.

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Green Cars News

MAY 29, 2020

When it comes to cars, choosing which fuel type meets your needs best is more important that it’s ever been

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Green Cars News

JULY 20, 2010

Just what effect could widespread use of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles have on emission levels? They modelled the impact of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles replacing light duty petrol vehicles in the Denver, Colorado, area since the summer [.].

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MAY 29, 2010

It goes without saying that we all want our petrol engines to achieve better fuel economy at a lower cost – however, according to a new study, US vehicle owners would rather existing engine choices achieve this goal over opting for higher priced alternative fuel engines.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The government is planning to ban the sale of new petrol- and diesel-powered cars from 2040, so manufacturers better get their skates on for the electric vehicle (EV) onslaught

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Green Cars News

MAY 30, 2013

Batteries used for electric cars could become greener and this should be a priority to help improve the environmental argument for EVs, according to a new study. While modern lithium ion batteries show overall promise for reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to petrol-fuelled cars and nick[.]. Latest News'

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JUNE 19, 2013

Ask most critics about the biggest hurdle preventing electric cars becoming a true mainstream alternative to petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles and they will generally tell you that their range isn''t impressive enough. The idea of having to stop and charge an electric car on a regular basis is a ma[.].

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Drivers are increasingly letting their wallet rule their car buying decisions with more motorists than ever before opting for a green car over a conventional alternative. However, will green cars really save you money? The Green Piece. suggests that drivers should think twice before going green.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Electric cars cost significantly less to repair than an equivalent petrol or diesel car, according to new research.

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JUNE 19, 2019

Peugeot has announced an all-electric e-2008 will join the model line-up alongside petrol and diesel powertrains when it launches in early 2020.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Alongside the new petrol and diesel Mokka, Vauxhall has released full details and the expected delivery dates for the electric version – the Mokka-e.

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 28, 2011

Electric car guru Shai Agassi made a startling prediction in an exclusive interview with the Associated Press (AP); before 2020 he expects that more people around the world will be buying electric cars than those powered by gasoline.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The vehicle recently completed the 1,000km of Zhuhai in China ahead of all other GT cars with fewer stops for petrol. Tags: Electric cars Green cars Latest news energy storage Formula 1 formula one Porsche Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid Williams Williams Hybrid Power Williams hybrid power flywheel.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 7, 2010

According to a report by Kyodo, the Honda Motor Company has decided to sell its new hybrid car for Y1.59million in Japan – making it the cheapest petrol-electric hybrid car available in the country.

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APRIL 11, 2014

My Nissan Leaf has more than 52,500 miles on its odometer, and in the past six years, I''m guessing I must have easily covered twice that at the wheel of a plug-in car. And I''ll be leaving my electric car at home, taking my [.]. But tomorrow, I''ll be making a trip from Bristol to Norwich to see family.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

One of the major drawbacks of electric cars is the time they take to charge in comparison to the time it takes to refuel a petrol or diesel vehicle. BRUSA Elektronik AG will produce an on-board battery charger for electric vehicles that uses a [.]. However, now one company believes it has made a significant breakthrough.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Nissan is introducing a new low emission engine as part of its strategy to boost environmental performance. With its all-electric Leaf model just days away from its UK launch, the car maker has taken the opportunity to show its mission is about more than just electric cars.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Now at the Frankfurt Motor Show Ford has announced a new family of petrol engines offering the opportunity to down size engine capacity without suffering a reduction in performance. In fact, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced by up to 20 per cent compared to a conventional petrol engine. litre and 2.0

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NOVEMBER 14, 2009

The vehicle uses a 3.5litre V6 petrol engine and a two-mode hybrid system to produce 46 per cent better fuel economy than a comparable V8-powered ML550 model. With a total system performance of 335hp and 517Nm of torque, the electric motors are powered by a 288V NiMH pack that’s enclosed in the rear cargo floor.

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MAY 28, 2009

Let’s be honest, when you picture a green car it’s unlikely to be a Ferrari. However, it seems that the Italian sports car manufacturer may be about to embrace some green car technology. seconds per lap delivering an 82hp boost for passing other cars.

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JUNE 21, 2013

Mia''s range of electric vehicles have found their first home in the UK with a private buyer. James Quirke, 50, from Essex took delivery of his new Mia three-seat electric car on May 16th, after deciding to buy an electric car to save money on petrol. Electric cars'

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JUNE 19, 2012

While electric cars are in their infancy and battery prices are high, their price tag tends to be much steeper than equivalent petrol and diesel cars. However, could they save you money over the vehicle’s lifetime?

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