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Lotus stuns Goodwood Speedweek with Evija public debut
The all-electric Lotus Evija hypercar made its dynamic public debut at Goodwood SpeedWeek this weekend.
Aston Martin Majority shareholder Stroll looking to invest in Formula E team
Aston Martin majority shareholder Lawrence Stroll has held discussions with both the Venturi and DS Techeetah Formula E teams about becoming a…
EU to reject UK plea for Brexit electric car export deal
The European Union is about to formally reject a UK plea for special allowances for exports of electric cars in a post-Brexit…
The ultimate urban runabout? Range of super-luxurious electric London taxis launched
A London-based retailer of high-end cars has started a limited production run of super-luxurious vehicles based on the new-generation low-emissions ‘black cab’,…
RBW reveals pre-production EV classic roadster
Midlands classic motoring manufacturer RBW EV Classic Cars has revealed the pre-production model of its stylish electric classic roadster.
Scotland’s thin blue line goes green with largest electric vehicle fleet order
Hyundai Motor UK to supply circa 180 Kona Electrics to Police Scotland in largest pure electric vehicle fleet order to date
World’s first ‘intelligent’ electric vehicle battery unveiled
The world’s first ‘intelligent’ electric vehicle battery has been launched by European EV battery producer, InoBat Auto (InoBat) in a groundbreaking announcement…
Asda test sustainable grocery deliveries with micro-mobility vehicles
Electric Assisted Vehicles (EAV), the Oxfordshire-based micro-mobility manufacturer, recently had its 2Cubed commercial vehicle put to the test by Asda.
UK might face electric car shortage in 2021 as big firms focus on EU sales
The UK could "run out" of electric cars next year as motor manufacturers prioritise the sale of vehicles in mainland Europe, according…
Renault to reveal new electric SUV concept next week
Renault is about to sharply ramp up its electrificaion drive and will next week unveil a new electric SUV concept alongside the…