Onshoring the EV supply chain to Europe would cut the emissions of producing a battery by 37% compared to a China-controlled supply chain, according to new analysis by Transport & Environment. This carbon saving rises to over 60% when renewable electricity is used and meeting Europe’s demand for battery cells and components locally would save an … [Read more...]
Government call for dealing with future classics
Car enthusiasts and industry can now have their say on how to best preserve iconic classic cars like the DMC DeLorean, MkII Jaguar and James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 for decades to come. The Government has launched a call for evidence to gather views on how classic and historic cars can be preserved for future generations and boost jobs in the £18 billion … [Read more...]
Keep your car safe from heat stroke – Volta
Many drivers know that cold weather can affect an electric car, but the fact is a hot spell may affect performance as well. High temperatures can reduce battery capacity so you'll get a shorter range and lower performance and it can also cause batteries to degrade faster, resulting in shorter battery life. With this in mind, EV charging expert Chris Moniz … [Read more...]
It’s getting cheaper to run an ev
The typical annual running cost for an electric vehicle is now £525 cheaper than a petrol car on average, according to new research from Compare the Market. The research looks at middle-aged drivers aged between 45 and 54 years old as an example to showcase the difference in Electric Vehicle premiums compared to petrol fuelled cars. The research, which … [Read more...]
“Alarming gap” in EV network across EU
A new European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association report reveals an alarming gap between the current availability of public charging points for electric cars in the EU and what will be needed in reality to meet CO2-reduction targets. EU electric car sales grew three times faster than charging point installation between 2017 and 2023, ACEA’s report shows. … [Read more...]
The world of excess & trivia on wheels
Trivia surrounding cars and driving fascinates a wide audience, ranging from television quiz show fans to social media enthusiasts sharing viral videos and memes. While often regarded as simple amusement, trivia like this often emphasises important achievements and peculiar details that illuminate broader cultural trends. In this article, private plate … [Read more...]
Touchscreens are fingers of complaint
Eight out of 10 motorists say they would rather have buttons for major controls in their cars rather than a big central touchscreen, new research shows. April’s Startline Used Car Tracker also reveals that only 51% think that having controls on a touchscreen is safe and 64% say it makes them take their eyes off the road more often. Paul Burgess, CEO at … [Read more...]
Motorists complaints soaring to record level
Complaints about garages, vehicles and service have soared by more than a third in recent months. The independent Motor Ombudsman said more than 1,600 cases were logged in three months, the most ever and a 35% rise over Q1 last year. It also took some 24,000 telephone calls about garages and that was a 56% rise over the same period last year. The analysts … [Read more...]
Uncoiling the myths about future EVs
Forthcoming advances in electric vehicles (EVs) are the focus of a new white paper by the Vehicle Remarketing Association. Called “The Future of Electric Vehicle Technology”, it has been written by battery electrochemist Euan McTurk, creator and presenter of Plug Life Television, a YouTube channel about EVs. It covers topics including diversification of … [Read more...]
Government rejection of EV plans disappoints
There’s mounting concern at the Government’s reaction to a House of Lord’s Committee study into electric vehicles. Baroness Parminter, Chair of the inquiry said, “Whilst we welcome the Government’s acceptance of some of the recommendations in our report, it is particularly disappointing that it is not committing to incentivising the purchase of more EVs, … [Read more...]
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