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Kia has today announced its plans to introduce an all-new low emissions vehicle to its growing model line-up. The Niro – labelled a Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV) – represents a new concept from the Korean car brand, and marks the development of Kia’s first dedicated eco-car platform. Niro will maintain all the practicality and appeal of a compact SUV, while offering greater fuel economy. Engineered from the ground up as a dedicated hybrid vehicle, its attractive, modern styling will help the car stand out in a traditionally conservative sector. The Niro’s all-new platform has been engineered in isolation from existing…
Hyundai Motor has unveiled the hybrid version of its new IONIQ – an advanced, alternative-fuel compact vehicle. The IONIQ will be available with a choice of three powertrains unmatched by any other car in the world: electric; plug-in gasoline/electric hybrid; and gasoline/electric hybrid. “The launching event announced to the world the start of new future mobility and our will for technological innovation,” said Moon-Sik Kwon, Vice Chairman at Hyundai Motor R&D Centre. “IONIQ has been developed incorporating all of our technological capacities. The hybrid, pursuing the highest efficiency in its class, is economically efficient and stays true to the fundamentals…
Renault is the best performing brand in Europe in electric vehicles sales, with a market share of 23.6 per cent (or 25.2 per cent including Twizy) and 23,086 units registered in 2015 up 49 per cent on 2014. One out of five electric cars sold in Europe was a Renault Z.E. vehicle in 2015. The European all-electric vehicle market stands at 97,687 units, up 47.8 per cent compared to 2014. In Europe, the EV market represents a 0.61 per cent market share (up 0.16 per cent compared to 2014) of the overall car market. Renault ZOE is the top-selling all-electric…
Following on from the introduction of the New FIAT 500 1.3 MultiJet II turbo diesel, the FIAT 500 range is expanding further with the launch of the 1.2-litre 69hp ‘Eco’ which is equipped with a host of efficiency technologies including a smart alternator, improved underbody aerodynamics and low rolling resistance 15-inch tyres, as well as Start & Stop which is standard across the FIAT 500 range. As a result of these combined technologies, the official CO2 emissions figure for the FIAT 500 1.2 ‘Eco’ is reduced from 110 to just 99g/km which, in turn, cuts the annual road tax bill…
The announcement that the plug-in car grant will reduce from £5000 to £2500 for plug-in hybrid vehicles bought after 1 March, 2016 has brought a wave of interest in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV from buyers looking to beat the deadline. The Government’s plug-in car grant scheme allows for a nine-month delivery period, which was introduced to allow for car companies’ different lead times. This means vehicles ordered before the end of February 2016 will still qualify for the full £5000 plug-in car grant, even if they are not delivered and paid for until November 2016. Toby Marshall, Sales and Marketing…
Nissan’s market-leading electric vehicles have now clocked up in excess of three million miles as taxis in the UK. The all-electric LEAF hatchback and e-NV200 Combi passed the landmark mileage this month after proving their worth on the frontline and becoming a popular choice for taxi and private hire operators across the country. There are currently more than 140 Nissan EV taxis in operation across Britain, with dozens more on order and many taxi companies and local authorities taking steps to replace diesel and petrol equivalents with cleaner and cheaper EV alternatives. Had the same distance – equivalent to six…
January 2016 is a historic moment for Infiniti as their first Q30 customers take their keys and begin driving away from Infiniti showrooms across the country. Production only started in December at the Sunderland plant and with the final quality checks complete the vehicles have been released for sale. The new model represents Infiniti’s first entry into the fast-growing premium compact segment. It offers a comprehensive technology package that enhances the car’s driving experience while providing maximum safety to all occupants. The Q30 has just been awarded best-in-class “small family car” 2015 by independent vehicle safety organisation, Euro NCAP. Q30…
Infiniti unveiled probably one of its most controversial models at the opening of the 2016 London Art Fair at the Islington Business Centre today. Located just outside of the shows entrance, Infiniti revealed a Q30 with a difference. With the help of contemporary artist Rachel Ducker, renown for her human like figures, 48,000 copper tacks have been painstakingly adhered to half of the Q30’s bodywork creating a striking ‘carpet like’ appearance that further highlights the vehicles strong and dynamic bodylines. Leaning out of the side window is one of Rachel’s human like steel wire figures. With her two-tone coloured hair…
New DS 3 & DS 3 Cabrio are the latest models to be unveiled by DS Automobiles. The hatchback & Cabrio versions have new design features, latest-generation technology, ultimate attention to detail & a uniquely refined, yet dynamic character that are hallmarks of the DS brand. Since the launch of DS 3 in 2010, 390,000 customers have succumbed to the charms of this hip and stylish Parisian supermini. From London to Tokyo and Sydney to Buenos Aires, DS 3 has become a true automotive icon that is renowned for its distinctive personality, unique styling, driving pleasure and leading-edge technology. Both…
It’s time to let go of what you know about Mondeo Man, Ford and life itself. In a new marketing campaign, Ford of Britain is urging the nation to “Unlearn” by demonstrating that progression comes from abandoning preconceptions. The campaign, which launches across out of home and digital media today, takes a surprising look at the familiar and shows just how far we can progress if we’re prepared to let go of limiting beliefs. As part of the campaign, Ford is unveiling a new look with a bold change to its iconic script, which now sits outside of the blue…