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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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UK APC awarding £9.4M to 22 low-carbon vehicle feasibility studies

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In the second round of funding awarded as part of the APC’s Automotive Transformation Fund (ATF) the 22 studies will explore the feasibility of UK-based battery production, the development of motors & drives and fuel cell technologies as well as recycling solutions. Motors & Drives.

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GKN to supply 500 electric flywheel hybrid drive systems to Go-Ahead Group for buses

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When the driver brakes, a traction motor on one of the axles slows the vehicle, generating electricity at the same time. The motor is a three-phase permanent magnet motor. million) grant from the UK Technology Strategy Board (TSB), awarded in 2012. million (US$13-million) grant as part of a £15.6-million

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Nissan announces UK production for future generation EV batteries

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million (US$14-million) grant from the UK’s Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC). Also receiving funding were consortia led by Morgan Motor Company; The London Taxi Company; AGM Batteries Ltd.; Paving the way the future generation batteries will be a new £19.4-million Jaguar Land Rover; and Parker Hannifin.

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UK Government awards more than US$141M to 38 driverless and low carbon vehicle projects

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Seven innovative projects will share grants from the latest round of funding from the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), the joint industry-government program to put the UK at the forefront of low carbon vehicle technology. million (US$21.5

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London’s T-Charge

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The T-charge, which is applied to all vehicles that do not meet Euro 4 emissions standard as well as quadricycles and motor tricycles that do not meet the Euro 3 Standard will be required to pay £10.00 per day to travel in central London. The post London’s T-Charge appeared first on greenwaysinsurance.co.uk.

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Citroën ë-Berlingo Electric goes on sale

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The ë-Berlingo Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) has a 100kW (136hp) electric motor and a 50kWh battery, giving an electric driving range of 174 miles WLTP. So the Citroën ë-Berlingo Electric is basically a car that can be turned back into a van – so it’s hugely practical.

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