VOLKSWAGEN ANNOUNCES ECO-BUSTING PLUG-IN HYBRID PASSAT

13th November 2014

Volkswagen has announced that it will launch a plug-in hybrid version of its Passat family car during the second half of next year. The Passat GTE as it will be called will be the 5th plug-in model that will be made available and will be capable of travelling up to 31 miles on electric-only power at speeds of up to 80mph.

The Passat GTE will be available in both 4-door saloon and estate formats.

Under the bonnet will be a 154bhp 1.4-litre turbocharged TSI petrol engine mated to a 114bhp electric motor to give a combined power output of 216bhp. The German car manufacturing giant promises that the Passat GTE will be able to average in excess of 141mpg in official tests whilst emitting less than 45g/km of CO2 thanks to its lithium-ion battery. However, as with all plug-in hybrids, the real-world economy could be markedly different from the official figures, dependent on how and where the car is driven and how frequently it is plugged in. Officially, it will have a combined range of 620 miles.

VW say that from the mains, a full charge will take four-and-a-quarter hours. However, the company will offer a fast-charging wall box at extra cost which will cut this time down to just two-and-a-half hours.

The Passat GTE’s 6-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox houses the disc-shaped synchronous electric motor which drives power to the front wheels. The 0-62mph dash can be accomplished in less than 8 seconds, according to Volkswagen, and the top speed in 136mph.

The Passat GTE can be clearly distinguished from other conventionally-powered models in the range by a raft of trim changes.

Inside, there are various displays which are able to offer the driver a wealth of information ranging from what mode the car is currently travelling in through to how efficiently it is being driven and where the nearest charging point is located relative to the location of the car.

Passat GTE owners will be able to utilise their smart mobile phones to check the level of battery charge, start the charging process or control their car’s climate control functions via a dedicated app.

The Passat GTE comes equipped with LED headlights and as befits a Passat, comes loaded with a host of standard-fit safety features.

Of course, with the announcement being made so far ahead of the on-sale date, Volkswagen have not released pricing details for the latest addition to the Passat range.

The entry-level model to the revised eighth-generation Passat starts at £22,215. That will get you a 1.6 118bhp TDi S saloon. The fleet-favourite 1.6-litre SE Business diesel model costs from £24,010. The refreshed all-diesel Passat will be a major adversary to the forthcoming Ford Mondeo once deliveries of the Passat start in January. Other engines include a turbocharged 2.0-litre with either 148bhp or 187bhp and a range-topping 237bhp twin-turbocharged 2.0-litre which comes with a DSG ‘box as standard. The dual-clutch auto is available as on option on the other power units.

Trim levels start at S and runs through to R-Line. Estate models carry a £1,530 premium over the saloon across the board.

This is an abridged article especially prepared by First4Auto on behalf of EcoCars4Sale and ElectricCar2Buy

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Chief Editor

Birmingham's New Electric Car Centre

A new Electric Car sales showroom soon to be launched in Birmingham

12th November 2014

 

Birmingham has been chosen for Tesla first electric car dealership outside of London.

As we know Tesla electric car company is aiming to convert the world into eco-friendly motoring that we should all be driving. Opening their show room in the second city of United Kingdom Birmingham, Tesla aim to show off all of their latest models including the Tesla model S and the model X in the next year we should see the model III.

Tesla has said their products aren't cheap, but it claims low running costs and innovative design's means drivers will never go back to petrol again. Which they should see a vast amount of units sold.

Tesla the Californian based company says that the new store opening on Digbeth High Street is the first official store outside of the south-east of the UK. Tesla said to ElectricCar2Buy "We love the people of Birmingham. We have chosen Birmingham as it is the second largest City in the UK, and due to its electric car infrastructure as well as our own supercharger at the Hyatt on Broad Street".

As we know at ElectricCar2Buy, Tesla have created a game changer and that they have produced an electric car that makes no compromises offering a range between 214 and 312 miles, and a performance that goes into supercar territory with a top speed of 130 mph and 0- 60 in 4.2 seconds that's just as fast as a Porsche 911 and its faster than a BMW M5. Oh and its the safest car in its class.

Tesla is set on expansion in the UK also establishing stores near Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The company is also looking for outlet spaces in Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh.

Reported By

Your ElectricCar2Buy Team

MITSUBISHI’S OUTLANDER CONCEPT-S HINTS AT NEW PHEV’S LOOK

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Concept-S plug-in hybrid has been revealed in the first official picture. It can be readily distinguished from the mainstream Outlander by the chromed mouldings which flank the front grille and a pair of wraparound headlights. More chrome details are at the rear.

Mitsubishi describe the Outlander Concept-S design theme as “sporty and sophisticated”. Judging by the limited details provided in the picture, we can vouch that it is a massive improvement in styling and material quality over the standard Outlander. 

Power is derived from the plug-in hybrid that is used on the standard Outlander. This means a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine has been mated to two electric motors with a 12kWh battery.

Whereas the current model gets a narrow, squinting look, the Concept S gets a more vertical design that gets an updated version of the horizontal grille which leads to reshaped headlights. Lower down, however, is where the bigger changes can be found. There is a more integrated air dam that draws the eye thanks to the black and chrome accents. Although no pictures have been officially unveiled of the rear, Mitsubishi says that the back end gets similar upgrades with new lights and shining trim running the whole width of the tailgate.

Inside, the styling improvements continue. Although no pictures have been released of the cabin, Mitsubishi say that the passenger accommodation features black wood grain trim and silver accents throughout whilst the centre console has been inspired by Japanese black lacquer boxes. The seats are covered in burgundy hand-stitched leather with horizontal ribs.

The Outlander Concept-S could be the evidence required to support the view that it is pointing the way towards the Outlander PHEV’s future look. A camouflaged model has already been spotted testing in Europe.

This is an abridged article especially prepared by First4Auto on behalf of EcoCars4Sale.

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Chief Editor

Nissan's e-NV electric van is given the VIP treatment

5th November 2014

Nissan are keen to show off its e-NV200 VIP Concept.

The e-NV200 VIP Concept has been created to demonstrate its ability to chauffeur passengers around town not only in comfort, but also under pure electric propulsion. Finished in two-tone metallic blue, the interior is upholstered in white and blue leather with contrasting black trim and carpets complemented by a piano black finish on the control surfaces. To help create a spacious feel, the top half of the cabin, including the headlining, window surrounds and pillar covers are also in white. Regretfully, the Japanese company has not decided to share with us any images of the interior.

At the business end, there is a 21.5-inch DSP monitor which can display movies or other images from a passenger’s own digital device like a smartphone, tablet or computer. A pair of ‘club-class’ seats with integrated seat belts and armrests is located in the spacious rear passenger compartment, with each seat getting its own LED reading lamp. The seats have been located well behind the sliding door. This not only facilitates access to the passenger area, but also extends the maximum rear seating legroom by to up to 670mm. With an extendable footrest also on offer for each of the club-seat passengers, this gives limousine-like comfort. This is further reinforced by a central console between the rear seats with controls for the monitor and room lights. It also houses a drinks fridge.

There is also ample space for luggage behind, cementing the e-NV200 VIP Concept as the ideal road transport for executive travellers.

The driver is able to rely on Nissan’s new Smart Rear-View mirror to help get passengers as close to the VIP red carpet as they can. This was recently introduced at the 2014 Geneva motor show and uses a high-resolution camera at the rear of the car to give the driver a clear, unobstructed view of the rear.

Power is provided by the same 80kW synchronous electric motor and 48-module lithium-ion battery developed for Nissan and the e-NV200. The driving range will be close to the homologated range of the standard production vehicle and, like the standard e-NV200, can be easily and rapidly extended by using any of the 1,200-plus CHAdeMO-compatible quick chargers across Europe.

Dany Boulenger, Nissan’s global corporate sales, division general manager, told first4auto that based on demand, some its features could easily be offered as affordable aftermarket conversions.

This is an abridged article especially prepared by First4Auto on behalf of ElectricCar2Buy.

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Chief Editor

 

Tesla's First SupercCharger In Scotland

Tesla has now hit Scotland with its first Supercharger based in Edinburgh

28th October 2014

 

The electric car firm headed up by Elon musk, has now expanded its network of supercharges with the new facility at Edinburgh airport.

Tesla is now ramping up its energy trying to install their superchargers across the UK so any of its drivers of the model S model X can travel anywhere. Tesla are leading the way by making sure that the their customers of their electric cars can use supercharger stations in a fast and timely manner.

If you've got a Tesla and you are heading to Edinburgh you can find the new supercharger at Edinburgh airport which is off Almond Road close to the terminal which has access provided to Tesla model S drivers 24 hours day, you also you get one hours free parking on the house.

We spoke to Georg EII, Who is the director of Tesla UK and he said "we're really pleased to open our first Scottish supercharger. The location makes travel in and around Edinburgh easy and also enables a route from Edinburgh to both Glasgow and Stirling and beyond. It's an exciting time for Tesla in Scotland there are plans for the new Edinburgh store and service centre next year so watch this space for activity"

All we can say is thank you Tesla for your SuperChargers

Reported By

Your ElectricCar2Team

The New Porsche Hybrid Cayenne

The Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid

The Cayenne S E-Hybrid is a true world first, even outside the Porsche model range: it is the first plug-in hybrid in the premium SUV segment, and it sets standards among luxurious all- wheel-drive vehicles. Its high-voltage battery enables it to be charged both at a mains supply and during the journey. Distinctive features of the Cayenne S E-Hybrid are the brake callipers in acid green and related emblems. The needles of the cockpit instruments also feature this distinctive colour.

Very clear technical advances have been made compared with the previous Cayenne S Hybrid: the Cayenne S E-Hybrid has a lithium-ion traction battery that now has an energy capacity of 10.8 kWh (previously 1.7 kWh from a nickel-metal-hydride battery). An electric range of between 18 and 36 kilometres can now be achieved, depending on driving style and topography. This means that most everyday journeys can be made without consuming any fuel or producing any local emissions. The power output of the electric motor has more than doubled – from 34 kW to 70 kW (95 hp). Combined fuel consumption has been reduced by almost 60 per cent and is now 3.4 l/100 km instead of the previous 8.2 l/100 km, corresponding to CO2 emissions of 79 g/km. The previous model emitted 193 g/km.

The drivetrain has already proved itself in the Panamera S E-Hybrid, but it has been adapted for use in the Cayenne S E-Hybrid. The Cayenne now also offers an impressive electric driving experience that the driver can control intuitively. This is enabled by an accelerator pedal with a pressure switching point which the driver can use to precisely regulate the electric motor’s power development and activate the combustion engine. At 416 hp (306 kW), the combined system power output of the supercharged three-litre V6 engine and the electric motor coupled with a combined system torque of 590 Nm enables performance at sports car level: 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 243 km/h. The electric top speed is 125 km/h. The Cayenne S E-Hybrid is networked via Porsche Car Connect (a standard feature). It is used to access information such as the state of charge or energy efficiency or to control the optional stationary heating/air conditioning. This cools and heats the vehicle interior when the ignition is switched off – in order to reach the desired temperature before setting off whilst the vehicle is still connected to the electrical supply. The energy needed on the road is reduced and the electric range is increased.

Details of a perfect plug-in hybrid concept

The lithium-ion battery has the same housing as in the Panamera S E-Hybrid, and it is also accommodated under the luggage compartment floor. However, it features advanced battery technology and uses cells with a larger energy capacity – 28 Ah instead of 24.5 Ah.

The vehicle comes with a 3.6 kW charger as standard. An integrated charger with higher power output of 7.2 kW is available as an option; it charges the Cayenne S E-Hybrid twice as quickly as with the standard charger – assuming that an appropriate electrical connection is available. For example, in Germany the vehicle is charged in less than an hour and a half instead of just under three hours.

The pressurised fuel tank is a special feature of the Cayenne S E-Hybrid. A slight positive pressure of 0.3 bar in the tank ensures that evaporated fuel does not escape to the outside, and this improves the car’s emissions footprint. During refuelling, the tank is depressurised by pressing the fuel flap release button, and the evaporated fuel is neutralised via an activated carbon filter. Needless to say, the Cayenne S E-Hybrid complies with the Euro 6 emissions standard.

High level of hybrid expertise at Porsche

Porsche is the leading supplier of premium hybrids. As the first plug-in vehicle in the luxury class, the Panamera S E-Hybrid set standards when it was launched in June 2013. The Cayenne S E-Hybrid now carries this forward-looking technology to the premium SUV segment. With its record-breaking time on the Nürburgring in September 2013, the 918 Spyder demonstrated in impressive style that even super sports cars can attain new dimensions in performance with hybrid technology and are clearly able to leave conventional drive systems behind when it comes to driving dynamics and efficiency.

In this respect, the 919 Hybrid – the LMP1 class race car that Porsche uses in World Endurance Championship (WEC) competition – plays a pioneering role as a high-technology vehicle. It is a research laboratory on wheels for further developing hybrid technology with the aim of achieving maximum dynamics and efficiency. Its drive combines a charged V4 petrol engine that drives the rear axle with two energy recovery systems. In addition to braking regeneration, a generator driven by the exhaust-gas flow generates additional electric energy. This energy is stored in a water-cooled lithium-ion battery, and during acceleration it is fed to an electric motor which drives both front wheels via a differential. This means that the 919 Hybrid has all-wheel drive at times. The coordination of all drive components is extremely complex and has the aim of making every second on the racetrack completely predictable whilst driving with maximum precision and speed. Independent of race results, Porsche gathers knowledge and experience with every kilometre that the 919 Hybrid races, and this will help give future generations of sports cars a competitive edge.

Incidentally, the world’s first hybrid vehicle also came from Porsche: the 1899 Lohner-Porsche “Mixte” designed by Ferdinand Porsche combined a battery-electric drive with a combustion engine.

Reported By

Your ElectricCar2Buy News Team

Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/the-porsche-cayenne-s-ehybrid#ixzz3HLj4a93O

Toyota Joins Consortium To Provide Electric Car Sharing Service In France

Grenoble in France is going to be the location for a new car sharing service that is going to be trialled from next month using electric vehicles from Toyota. Developed in partnership with the local car-sharing operator, Cité lib, the “Citélib by Ha:Mo” scheme will run alongside the existing car-sharing scheme operated by the company.

The “Citélib by Ha:Mo” scheme will run for a period of three years. In total, Toyota will provide 35 three-wheeled i-ROAD cars and 35 four-wheeled Toyota Auto Body COMS vehicles. The vehicles will be available for short city trips and will be supported by a network of 27 charging stations installed and operated by Sodetre. In total there will be 120 charging points for the project and 41 for other plug-in vehicles will be added to the city’s transport infrastructure.

Both the vehicles and the charging stations are connected via a sophisticated IT infrastructure operated by Grenoble’s transport network. This offers route planning as well as online/mobile app reservations.

The vehicles will be able to be used for return or one-way trips from one charging point to another. People who want to take advantage of the scheme can pick-up one of the 70 vehicles and drop it off at any station near to their final destination without having to return it to the original pick-up point. Users will only be charged for the journey that they take.

To encourage as widespread a usage as possible, a simple “3,2,1 euros” pricing plan has been developed. Each Euro covers a 15-minute increment – meaning that for €6, a user can have up to 45 minutes of usage. To attract those who subscribe for an annual local transport card, the price will be reduced at 2+ 1 euro for respectively the first and subsequent 15-minute increments.

Christophe Ferrari, President of Grenoble-Alpes Metropole, operator of the area’s public transport network, told first4auto: “The project ‘Citélib by Ha:Mo” is only a start, but we believe it has the potential to encourage our citizens’ active participation in the creation of tomorrow’s mobility, and it goes in the direction we want to take.”

This is an abridged article especially prepared by First4Auto on behalf of ElectricCar2Buy and EcoCars4Sale

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/toyota-joins-consortium-to-provide-electric-car-sharing-service-in-france#ixzz3Gu3pQcxz

Peugeot's HYbrid Air Car Concept That Can Achieve 141 MPG!

Peugeot Unveils A 141 MPG Hybrid Air Car Concept

21st October 2014

One very interesting but on the face-of-it nothing out of the ordinary car was recently displayed on the Peugeot stand at the Paris motor show earlier this month – but seemed to have been largely overlooked by the majority of the world’s media. This car demonstrated Peugeot’s commitment to its revolutionary Hybrid Air Technology, in the guise of its new 208 HYbrid Air 2L concept. Based on the production version of the 208 1.2-litre PureTech 82hp hatchback, the reference to 2L in the name of the company’s latest concept vehicle refers to its impressive economy of using just two litres of fuel per 100km – equivalent to 141mpg.

Constructed from a mixture of steel, aluminium and composite materials, the 208 HYbrid Air 2L is 100kg lighter than the car on which it is based. This is important since it helps reduce fuel consumption to the minimum. But the real key to the success of the HYbrid Air Technology is what lies at its heart: its drivetrain.

In essence this comprises of a standard petrol engine mated to a compressed air system. Developed in association with Bosch and demonstrated before in a number of different guises, the new hybrid system works by using compressed air for energy storage rather than a battery. This means hybridisation can be achieved more cheaply and with less weight than traditional systems. The air is stored in a tank under the boot and pumped to the engine hydraulically and can be used to assist or even replace the petrol engine to enable maximum efficiency.

At speeds of up to 43mph, the car’s Air Mode operates in the same way as the EV mode does in traditional hybrid cars. This means that it is possible to travel without any noxious gases being emitted from the exhaust pipes. This mode can be active between 60% and 80% of the time the car spends in an urban environment, depending on traffic conditions. The compressed air tank can be recharged in one of two ways: firstly, when the car slows down, whether this is whilst the driver is actively braking or just taking their foot off the pedal, or secondly, by using the energy developed by the 3-cylinder petrol engine to compress the air.

In either case, maximum pressure can be achieved in just 10 seconds. The result is an efficient hybrid system whose CO2 emissions have been rated at a competitive 111.2g/km.

There is no confirmation from Peugeot yet as to whether the 208 HYbrid Air will ever see the light of day as a production vehicle. However, we know that the French government is aiming to make an affordable 2.0-litre per 100km vehicle available to the public by 2020 – thus giving Peugeot at least another four years of development time.

This is an abridged version of an article that has been especially prepared by First4Auto on behalf of EcoCars4Sale and ElectricCar2Buy

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Chief Editor

Read More
Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/peugeot-unveils-a-141-mpg-hybrid-air-car-concept#ixzz3Go5Urj3d

NATIONAL COVERAGE OF EV QUICK CHARGING NOW LIKELY ACROSS UK THANKS TO A 7MILLION EURO EUROPEAN PROGRAMME

13th October 2014

A consortium of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) manufacturers are working on a €7 million-plus scheme to support the European Union’s Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) programme to deliver a multi-standard and interoperable network through the UK and Ireland. In addition to meeting the finance requirements, the consortium is also providing other members of the project with extensive experience of operation in the BEV field.

The member of the consortium include Nissan, BMW, Volkswagen and Renault, and marks the first time leading BEV companies have united to accelerate the growth of EV charging infrastructure – seen by many as the key enabler towards making zero-emission mobility a market reality. Managed by Sunderland-based Zero Carbon Futures, the programme will draw on the network expertise of ESB, one of Ireland’s foremost energy companies and leader of a previous TEN-T project completed this summer. Newcastle University will also be involved.

Once complete, the UK Rapid Charge Network (RCN) will comprise more than 70 multi standard rapid chargers covering some 1,100km of major trunk routes and providing EV-friendly links to five seaports and five international airports. It will run on two priority road axes on the mainland of the UK. The RCN will link major ports and cities including Stranraer, Liverpool, Holyhead, Birmingham, Felixstowe, Leeds and Kingston upon Hull. There will also be networks embracing Dublin in the Republic of Ireland and Belfast in Northern Ireland.

Significantly, the rapid chargers are the latest state-of-the-art multi-standard units and are compatible with cars using 44kW CCS, 44kW CHAdeMO or 43kW AC systems. This will ensure that EV drivers travelling in the UK and Ireland can undertake long journeys secure in the knowledge that they will never be far from a rapid charger.

So far, 10 rapid chargers have been already installed with a further 28 sites soon to be commissioned. The start of the project’s deployment was officially marked on 9 September 2014 at a ceremony at the Corley Services on the M6 motorway in Coventry, UK.

Baroness Kramer, UK Minister of State for Transport told  ElectricCar2Buy :"We are serious about plug-in vehicles and have a comprehensive package of measures to help consumers and industry make the switch to electric. The UK now has the best rapid charging network in Europe. Projects like this highlight how industry is showing its confidence in the rapidly growing market.”

The UK RCN is part of the European Union-financed Trans European Transport Network (TEN-T) and represents a substantial partnership investment of €7,358,000, half of which is being funded by the EU.

Nissan is leading the BEV manufacturers’ contribution to the overall costs, a significant portion of which will be used to fund a research programme, led by Newcastle University. This will aim to confirm the benefits of such an advanced interoperable EV rapid charging network.

Strategic information gathered from users, including customer charging behaviour and changes in mobility patterns, will help plan the roll-out future of rapid charging infrastructure in member states across Europe.

“The UK’s Rapid Charge Network will provide a vital sense of security for all EV drivers, as well as helping to promote the advantages of zero emission mobility to others,” said Olivier Paturet, General Manager, Nissan Europe Zero Emission Strategy and RCN Project Leader. “This project will have a major impact on the decarbonisation of European transport, and Nissan is thrilled to contribute to its viability.”

The project was among the 172 projects selected from the 2012 Call for funding which will help realise TEN-T network development and aid European Transport in moving to a more sustainable future.

Reported By

Andrew Merritt-Morling

Chief Editor

Read More
Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/national-coverage-of-ev-quick-charging-now-likely-across-uk-thanks-to-a-7million-euro-european-programme#ixzz3G2L62nzM

A New Audi Hybrid Is On The Cards!

Audi A8 Hybrid Coming Soon

It looks like Audi are not only looking at the ECO side of the electric revolution they are also about the power!!

Here are some Tech Specs for their new concept A8

Utilising two power units – a 2.0 TFSI engine and an electric motor – the Audi A8 hybrid has a combined output of 245PS and 480Nm of torque, giving the car the same outstanding performance as a large-capacity conventional six-cylinder engine.

This systematic downsizing demonstrates significant fuel-consumption advantages, the average fuel consumption is only 45.6 mpg, equivalent to CO2 emissions of 144 g/km.

The Audi A8 hybrid uses the parallel hybrid configuration – a highly efficient principle that avoids unnecessary friction and power losses. The powerful electric motor integrated between the 211 PS four-cylinder petrol engine and the eight-speed tiptronic transmission can supply a further 45 PS to the driveline, as well as 211 Nm of torque.

The A8 design study is a full hybrid, that is to say the petrol engine or the electric motor can propel it either separately or together. In the pure electric drive mode the car can reach 40 mph and cover a distance of more than a mile.

Our question is, can they beat the Tesla Model S at 0-62 in 4.2 seconds? 

Reported By

Your ElectricCar2Buy Team

Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/a-new-audi-hybrid-is-on-the-cards#ixzz3FcUmSTkB

BMWi8 Auction At Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach Auctions For The BMW i8 Went Crazy!

As we reported about the greatness of Pebble Beach where the one off McLaren P1 was show casing. 

We have also come across inside information that the BMW's Annual Pebble Beach auction wasn't for the fainthearted. BMW was auctioning a one off custom i8 with a custom interior, a Pebble Beach stitching and a frozen grey exterior.  

The bidding started and didn't stop. The new custom BMW i8 went for a jaw dropping £516,000 or $825,000. This makes this car the most expensive i8 on the planet at the moment.

But if you fancy owning one when BMW can Manufacture the i8's to the demand, you can pick one up from £95,000 or in the US $135,000.

We think that the buzz around the new and unique BMWi8 is a good thing for electric and hybrid cars in general. 

Reported By 

 Your ElectricCar2Buy Team

http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/pebble-beach-auction-for-the-bmwi8

 

The New Toyota Puris Put Back Six Months

Sad news for all the Toyota Prius fans out there. Toyota have said that their new Puris won't now be out until December 2015. Why we asked and Toyota have said that the reason behind it is that the engineers have more time to squeeze as much MPG out of this hybrid car. See link for full details. http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/the-new-toyota-prius-is-put-six-months-behind-schedule

Tesla Model S Gets It's Right a Hand Back!

Elon Musk tells us all about his plans for the UK and about the Tesla Model S release into the right-hand drive market in the UK.  http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/elon-musk-tells-us-about-his-goals-for-the-uk

Top 10 Ways To You Money When Motoring!

We've put together 10 top tips to make motoring easier on your pocket.

1. Check your tyre pressure

Correct tyre inflation means less fuel consumption and safer driving. Under inflated tyres mean more tread touching the surface of the road increasing resistance. This means you need more power and therefore spend more on fuel.

2. Make your car lighter

The more weight you have in the car the more fuel you’ll use. Think about taking out some of those unnecessary items you might have rolling about in the boot, or the golf clubs you only ever use at the weekend.

3. Regularly service your car

Over time parts in your car will wear out and become less efficient. Having you car regularly serviced helps keep your engine as efficient as it can be.

4. Plan your journeys

Combining shorts trips to the supermarket with dropping off the recycling will mean travelling less miles overall, and also less cold starts (which use more fuel). Also think about the time of day to avoid congested times and areas.

5. Take off the roof rack

If you’re not using it then take it off. Roof racks and boxes increase resistance so you’ll use more fuel when they are on. If you need to use one then putting a little less weight in will also help.

6. Slow down

We’re all in a rush but slowing down can help save you money. Driving at 70mph instead of 50mph can cost up to 25% more.

7. Keep an eye on the traffic

Looking a little further ahead and try adjusting your speed to the traffic rather than braking hard.

8. Avoid racing away from the lights

You'll guzzle the fuel and may not get to where you're going any quicker!

9. Drive in the correct gear

Changing up gears earlier can give you much greater fuel efficiency. Driving at a lower rpm will use less fuel than driving at a higher rpm at the same speed. Individual vehicles differ but try changing gears at around 2,000 rpm in a diesel car or 2,500 rpm in a petrol car.

10. Turn off unnecessary gadgets

Things like air conditioning, heated seats and heated windscreens all increase fuel consumption so only use them when you need them. If it’s a hot day consider rolling the windows down at lower speeds and using air conditioning at higher speeds where open windows will create more drag.

Finally, you might want to consider buying a newer more fuel efficient car. Moving to a much more modern and fuel efficient engine will save you money in the long term on fuel and road tax offsetting the upfront cost of a new car.

£500 million for the Electric Car industry in the Uk

Today Nick Clegg releases £500 million for electric cars in Britain.

Today the Deputy Prime Minister is launching a £500 million incentive to boost the electric and hybrid car market.

The Deputy Prime Minister said they wanted to encourage all drivers to drop petrol and diesel cars and make it cheaper and more convenient for them to drive cars with green alternatives.

Nick Clegg said at least £200 Million will be set aside for the grants of electric cars at a maximum of £5000 towards the cost of an ultra low emission car. In addition to that Nick Clegg will commit the government to spending £100 Million on further research development and low emission technology in the next five years. 

He said: "owning a electric car is no longer a dream or an inconvenience manufactures a turning to this new technology to help motors make their everyday journeys green and clean.

"this major investment is here to make driving electric car affordable,convenient and free from anxiety about the battery running out , it's also about writing a culture change in our towns and cities so that driving agree the vehicle is a no-brainer for most drivers"

Also some of the £500 Million will go on electric charging points which will be installed across all motorways and A Roads so it makes it more convenient for everyone to charge their car.


Follow us on Twitter @electriccar2buy Facebook electriccar2buy or keep up to date with all the latest news on our website www.electriccar2buy.co.uk

Story By
EC2B Team

Read more: http://www.electriccar2buy.co.uk/news/nick-clegg-releases-500-million-for-electric-cars-in-britain#ixzz313eYTJFr

Good News If You Are With The RAC.

The RAC has launched its first electric charging system within its green fleet in Scotland to cater for the U.K.'s interest in electric vehicles.

The RAC diesel VW transporter van has been equipped with electric vehicle charging rescue portable fast charging unit which will deliver a range about 15 miles to help with any breakdowns or shortage within the battery.

With the UK electric car market is growing by 265% year-on-year growth that's the reason why the RAC have put this into one of their Vehicles.

The RAC have said that if this pilot scheme is successful I will look to put in more EV rescue charging systems into more patrol vehicles especially in busy urban areas.

Follow us on Twitter @electriccar2buy Facebook electriccar2buy or keep up to date with all the latest news on our website www.electriccar2buy.co.uk

Where To Buy Or Sell Electric, Hydrogen, Hybrid And All Eco Cars For Free!

Visit www.ecocars4sale.com to buy or sell Electric, Hydrogen, Hybrid and all Eco Cars for Free!

Free Adverts for car traders

Hi, if you are a car trader and have Electric, Hybrid or any Eco Cars then you can advertise all of them for Free for as long as you need to! To find our website you can search Electric Cars For Sale and we are on the first page of Google, this the biggest searched fraze for these types of cars. Or your can follow the link below.

www.electriccar2buy.co.uk

Look forward to seeing your stock on our website soon.

Regards From

The ElectricCar2Buy Team

Where to advertise your Electric, Hybrid and Eco Cars.

You can advertise all your Electric, Hybrid and Eco cars for free for traders and public alike visit www.electriccar2buy.co.uk