Škoda introduces remote EV charging through Alexa
Drivers of Škoda’s all-electric Citigoe iV and Superb iV plug-in hybrid can now use Amazon Alexa voice assistants to start or stop charging remotely and check on the remaining range…
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Hyundai develops technology to maintain clean air inside vehicles
Hyundai Motor Group has announced it has developed new technologies to improve the quality of air inside its vehicles. The technologies will be introduced initially on select models in Korea…
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Nissan accepts electricity as parking payment for exhibition visitors
Nissan is giving its electric vehicle drivers the ability to pay for parking with electricity when visiting the Nissan Pavilion exhibition space in Yokohama. They will be able to discharge…
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BMW PHEVs to switch to electric mode in designated areas
BMW has launched a new technology to allow its plug-in hybrid vehicles to switch to electric only power in London and Birmingham BMW eDrive Zones is a new digital service…
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Renault Zoe GT Line R135 Z.E 50
Richard Gooding finds subtly evolved looks and an upgraded interior enables the Renault Zoe to enter a more upmarket phase, without sacrificing the driving, range and practicality benefits that have…
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E.ON and Nissan achieve significant V2G project milestone
A trial to demonstrate how electric vans and cars could play a role in supporting the UK grid and provide a profitable solution for business fleets has reached a major…
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DPD to begin trialling Volta electric truck
Delivery firm DPD is soon to begin trialling the Volta Zero electric truck within London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone in Q1-2021, supporting its micro-depot strategy in Westminster. Confirming the partnership,…
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Drivers with windows open exposed to 80 per cent more air pollution
Car users in poorer cities are exposed to a disproportionate amount of in-car air pollution because they rely heavily on opening their windows for ventilation, finds a study from the…
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Beware of the Fixed Stare
Recently, I reviewed video of several hundred vehicle collisions. While there were many expected findings, such as the severe impacts of distracted and drowsy driving, there were also some surprises.…
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Moving at the Right Speed: A Lesson in Speed and Safety
This year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) annual Operation Safe Driver Week has centered its focus on speeding. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, less traffic, largely due…
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