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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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100 Tesla Model 3 vehicles offered to private hire drivers in London

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They Tesla cars will replace internal combustion engine vehicles, reducing air pollution in London. As per Amber , about 3,600 to 4,100 premature deaths in London are attributed to air pollution every year. However, levels of air pollution in London are still too high for many people.

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

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Overall winner of the second annual Brighton to London RAC (Royal Automotive Club) Future Car Challenge on 5 November was former Formula 1 designer Gordon Murray and his T.27 Last year we won with our petrol car the T.25 27 electric vehicle. Earlier post.). 25 entry and this year our electric car the T.27.

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What does WLTP mean? A Beginner’s Guide to EV Terminology

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HEV: Hybrid Electric Vehicle. HEVs are cars that have both a traditional petrol/diesel engine, as well as an electric motor powered by a battery. It’s often the case that the electric motor is very much an auxiliary source of power in a hybrid, rather than a standalone source of propulsion. For a full rundown, click here.

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CPT presenting two papers at SAE World Congress on SpeedStart and TIGERS for 48V mild hybrid systems

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Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) will deliver two technical papers at SAE World Congress in April on its SpeedStart torque assist and kinetic energy recovery system ( earlier post ) and TIGERS turbine integrated gas energy recovery system ( earlier post ) for 48V mild hybrid vehicles. 48V Fuel Efficiency Hybrids Vehicle Systems'

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BMW to bring plug-in hybrid production to UK

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BMW is to bring the engine production of its new i8 plug-in hybrid car to the UK, the firm’s sales and marketing manager, Ian Robertson revealed this morning. Speaking at today’s SMMT 2012 International Automotive Summit at Canary Wharf in London, Robertson announced that a new generation 3 cylinder petrol engine for use in the [.].

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Electric company car tax explained

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The following year this rises to just 2%, keeping the level far below petrol and diesel vehicles, as well as plug-in hybrids. As you can see, EVs offer enormous savings on company car tax compared to petrol and diesel models. Zero Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charge in London. Zero Congestion Charge in London.

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