(REPOST: ThisIsMoney) Some 46,522 new electric and plug-in hybrid cars were bought in the UK in 2017 Experts estimated that 60,000 low-emissions models will be registered in 2018 Currently, there are around 130,000 electrified vehicles on UK roads The East of England saw demand increase by 21% but had the second fewest public chargers installed
(REPOST:The Guardian)The UK should speed up preparations for the rise of electric vehicles, according to the chief executive of ABB, the world’s largest supplier of fast-charging points.
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(REPOST: Earther)Another year, another step closer to climate doom unless we cut carbon pollution. What’s happening with electric cars at the start of 2018 is a sign that maybe, just maybe, we might be beginning to steer the ship toward less catastrophic waters.
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(REPOST: FleetNews)Pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles reached record levels in 2017, according to figures released today by Go Ultra Low.
(REPOST: Telegraph)Hyundai’s plan to launch three electrified versions of its Ioniq is now complete thanks to the arrival of this plug-in model to join the existing hybrid and fully electric versions. As with any plug-in car, the idea is to combine the advantages of a decent pure electric range – up to 39 miles in
(REPOST: iNews)Just as Nissan’s Leaf hits its third generation, the company’s seven-seater MPV gets a makeover. The Evalia is based on a commercial platform, and it looks like it, but seven seats and electric propulsion could still be a winning combination, particularly as the range has been extensively upgraded.
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(REPOST: AutoExpress)If you’re ready to take the plunge into the world of EVs, but your family circumstances mean seven seats are a must, your choice is rather limited. It’s either a Nissan e-NV200 Combi or, apart from a pricey Tesla Model X, that’s it.