Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2019
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)
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
The range-extended electric Metrocab has become the first zero-emission-capable taxi to be licensed by Transport for London to operate on a trial basis as a London Hackney Carriage. The first few Metrocabs are already in operation on the streets of London. kW charger also supports recharging via any mains electric outlet.
Green Car Congress
JULY 21, 2013
Five Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell models ( earlier post ) are joining the London Hydrogen Network Expansion (LNHE) project. Two hydrogen fuel stations are already open in London—one of which has public access—with a third to come as part of the LHNE project. The ix35 Fuel Cell. Click to enlarge.
Green Cars News
JUNE 22, 2009
This means you can plug it directly into any UK mains 3 pin plug socket and it will happily recharge. Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, said: “It is absolutely fantastic to see manufacturers like smart leading the way to make the electric vehicle an easy choice for Londoners. The smart ed has its own charger on board.
Green Cars News
AUGUST 12, 2009
mpg on the combined cycle while emitting just 114 g/km of CO2. mpg while producing 127 g/km; that’s an 11 per cent improvement in economy and a ten per cent reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. Using the latest 1.6-litre By comparison, the previous generation Golf Plus BlueMotion with a 1.9-litre
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 13, 2012
An intelligent heating/cooling system keeps the battery at its optimal operating temperature at all times The battery can be fully recharged in six hours at a standard power socket. mpg US) in the European test cycle. If the BMW i Wallbox high-speed charger is used, an 80 per cent charge can be achieved in just one hour.
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 11, 2009
Conversely, short bursts of power can also be absorbed by the SpeedStart generator to recharge the battery during vehicle decelerations. They have also designed a 100 mpg UK (83 mpg US, 2.8 The other five winners of the challenge were: Axon Automotive has a lightweighting solution for vehicles structures.
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