News that some motor manufacturers are working on new range extender (REx) models could be a step towards potentially solving “tough” fleet electrification issues, says FleetCheck. Ford and Stellantis are among those reported to be developing REx versions of larger SUVs and pick-ups, having found full electric versions expensive to bring to market, and also … [Read more...]
UK car market is turning around
The landscape of leading car brands in Britain is looking different with the arrival of more pure electric cars. Traditional market leading brands are taking a back seat as manufacturers who were among the first to "go-electric" are making big inroads among motorists and businesses seeking to "go-green" and the Skoda Enyaq (above) topped October's … [Read more...]
Welsh factory ‘hired’ for pioneer green taxi work
Components for the world’s first purpose-built “green taxi” will be made in Wales by Sapa Components UK it is being announced today. This follows a £9.6m investment supported by the Welsh Government which will create more than 130 jobs over the next five years after it put £550,000 into the project to bring the work to Wales. First Minister … [Read more...]
Nissan turn to UK for next London Black Cab
The next London Black Cab will be built for Nissan in the Midlands. The new face of the Black Cab was unveiled yesterday by Nissan which has won the contract for the bespoke classic cab from 2015. Based on the company’s successful multi-purpose NV200 platform, the vehicle was first unveiled as a bold and exciting new vision for the famous London … [Read more...]
