Energy Minister Claire Perry has hailed OVO Energy for its “innovative” electric vehicle products - enabled by smart meters - which could see millions save and even make money from their electric cars. OVO Energy is one of just a few companies already using smart meters to offer innovative products, such as rewarding customers for charging their electric … [Read more...]
Massive fines looming for car makers in EU
Car makers are facing the prospect of massive fines if they fail to meet tough new average emissions targets set in the EU. Automakers failing to meet 2021 fleet CO2 emissions compliance, could be fined more than €14 billion in 2021, based on new analysis from business information provider IHS Markit. Legislators in the European Union (EU) are imposing … [Read more...]
A new age of the car is beginning the transformation
Electric vehicles will transform the automotive industry over the next five years, says GlobalData. The electric vehicle is one of four themes, along with the connected car, autonomous driving technology and transport-as-a-service, that is disrupting the legacy automotive industry, said the data and analytics company. The company’s latest … [Read more...]
New challenges for EV designers, engineers & repairers
New construction, propulsion and safety demands are testing engineers and designers. Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis of the Global Automotive Adhesives and Sealants Market reveals that increased adoption of high-performance products such as crash safety adhesives, liquid applied sound deadeners (LASD), advanced high-temperature-resistant … [Read more...]
Engineering shortage – in Germany
There is a shortage of engineers, in Germany. Volkswagen said a number of its engineers had left in the wake of the ‘dieselgate’ scandal over the last three years and now the new tougher WTP emissions tests meant the company is struggling to develop engines. Last month it announced it had acquired former BMW engine expert Markus Duesmann to head up its … [Read more...]
£60 M boost begins for Welsh bus and cycle routes
The first share of £60 million support for active travel schemes has been allocated in Wales. As part of the Wales Infrastructure Investment Plan Mid-Point Review 2018 more than £10m has been earmarked for individual projects and packages of local schemes the length of Wales. All local authorities were invited to submit applications - one strategic … [Read more...]
Confusion over emissions tests will hit values
Uncertainty surrounding the new emissions-test system could help to create a degree of unpredictability in the used car market towards the end of this year and into 2019, warns the Vehicle Remarketing Association. The organisation, which represents businesses that together process more than 1.5 million used vehicles every year, says that there are two … [Read more...]
New generation electric cars spark warning
Electric cars are posing a particular fire danger to users and technicians. Last year, TV presenter Richard Hammond escaped with slight injuries after a prototype electric sports car he was driving crashed and was totally destroyed in minutes and earlier this year another electric car crashed in America, was recovered and then burst into flames some time … [Read more...]
Light is right for road ahead
Light is right for the next generation of electric vehicles. Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Material Technologies Shaping the Future of Electric Vehicles (EV), discusses the material technologies used in EVs by analyzing recent global and regional trends. Electric vehicle manufacturers are looking at materials as a lever of growth for EV … [Read more...]
Cardiff Airport’s big lift for future
A new on-site multi-storey car park and improved transport links are among proposals unveiled today for Cardiff Airport. Welsh Government and Cardiff Airport said they want to double the number of passengers from today’s 1.5m by 2040 with a new terminal, on-site hotel and transport hub included. … [Read more...]
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