Goodwood's 2024 Revival will serve as a landmark moment in motorsport history, as the entire weekend of historic racing is set to take place exclusively using sustainable fuel. Already an event that champions second-hand sustainability, today’s announcement sees the Revival further extend its Revive & Thrive ethos with sustainable fuel ensuring the future of classic combustion engine … [Read more...]
Rules for recharging
With winter gripping us, new EV users may be surprised to see their range running down and need to boost more frequently, but there are some polite rules of the recharge road to follow in the season of goodwill. Millions of Brits will benefit from easier public EV charging following the passing of new laws earlier this month. With the laws expected to provide clearer pricing, easier payments … [Read more...]
Tradelines 28 November
Volkswagen unions have been told next year will be "difficult" and the business is likely to slim down its workforce in Europe. A slower than expected take up of electric vehicles, continuing high investment in new products and intense competition from European and Far Eastern car makers has been cited as the business faces a tough two years until its new ranges become established. The … [Read more...]
Newslines 28 November
Plans to rename SsangYong as KG Mobility have been dented by international law. KG Group, a local steel and chemicals company, completed the acquisition of the bankrupt SUV maker just over a year ago and renamed the company KG Mobility Corporation earlier this year but when it applied to register the English language name of KG Mobility as a trademark in April found the name had already been … [Read more...]
Ex-fleet sales will dramatically boost ev take up
If leasing companies electrify their fleets earlier, 18 million more households in the EU will have access to cheaper EVs and save on their car spending. At current rates of electrification, 33 million households in the EU will have access to second hand electric cars from today until 2035. But if the leasing sector accelerates its uptake of EVs, this would go up by 56% - up to 51 million, says … [Read more...]
Tyre wear training courses for hard drivers
Fleets should consider driver training to counter the high level of tyre wear being reported on electric vehicles, suggest analysts at FleetCheck. The fleet software specialist says the additional weight and performance of EVs means that employees who drive company cars more aggressively are getting through sets of tyres much more quickly than would be expected. Peter Golding, managing director, … [Read more...]
Delayed EV deadline boosts petrol and diesel sales, says Startline survey
Almost one in six motorists (14%) say that the government’s move to push back the end of petrol and diesel car sales to 2035 means it is less likely their next vehicle will be electric. However, 82% of motorists in Startline’s November Used Car Tracker also say that the decision will have no effect on their choice, although 6% admit to feeling “less sure” about electric cars in general. Paul … [Read more...]
First drive: BYD Dolphin Design
If you have used a Nokia 3310 mobile phone, Apple i-pad or ridden on a new Transport for London electric bus, then you have already experiened BYD technology. The Chinese battery technology business which has powered these landmark products has a global footprint powering many familiar items and is about to become a major player in the electric car market. The biggest company you've probably … [Read more...]
Upgraded VW electric SUVs now on sale
Volkswagen has upgraded its ID.4 and ID.5 electric models, with both available to order now from £46,035. The two electric SUVs now feature a new-generation infotainment system, complete with a larger 12.9-inch screen and intuitive menu structure and controls – including illuminated sliders for cabin temperature. The optional augmented-reality head-up display has been enhanced, and Volkswagen … [Read more...]
Share your car and cover your leasing cost
Sharing your car and getting paid more than your leasing cost is proving attractive in Sweden. In a society where the average car stands still 96 percent of the time, Lynk & Co has recognised the opportunity for change. Through Lynk & Co's award-winning app, they empower every 01 subscribed owner and subscriber to safely share their car with others and earn money in the process. The … [Read more...]
