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London Calling: Congestion Charge Recharges Electric Cars

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India's Reva was first into the market with the G-Wiz. The French Mega City appeared next from NICE (No Internal Combustion Engine). Tags: mitsubishi congestion charge ken livingstone g-wiz times of london i-miev mega city. Sakura Battery Co is offering a line of EVs, including the Italian Maranello4 microcar.

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Who is winning the green car race? Part II. The Green Piece

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It accelerates from 0-60mph in a mere 3.9seconds, and, according to Tesla’s analysis, is ‘twice as efficient’ as the Toyota Prius. REVA: An Indian company that markets the G-Wiz in the UK. The company had already delivered more than 700 vehicles by the end of September, 2009 (see article ). Faye Sunderland.

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Slow start for charge of the electric cars - Times Online

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What isclear is that the full £5,000 will not be available for a £8,000 G-Wiz or a£15,000 Smart EV. The G-Wiz, made in India, now offers a lithium-ion battery option that extendsits driving range from 48 to 75 miles – but doubles the price. Please read our Privacy Policy.To