As any fans of the actor Joshua Jackson will know, fringe science is nothing new to him. The star of hit TV series ‘Fringe’ has been driving around in a not so science fiction Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL, a fuel cell powered B-Class. Likewise, actress Diane Kruger has been doing the same for over two years. […]
Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson Test Mercedes-Benz Fuel Cell Technology Read More »
Taxi Electric has become the first taxi company to adopt usage of Nissan’s new all electric van, the e-NV200. Since 2011, Taxi Electric has been providing taxi services using Nissan’s all electric LEAF. Taxi Electric will introduce the new Nissan e-NV200 taxi this summer to complement their zero emission fleet. Based in Amsterdam, Taxi Electric
Taxi Electric Becomes the First Taxi Company to use Nissan e-NV200 Read More »
The expression, ‘to put your money where your mouth is’ is one that could be used for Volkswagen who’re doing exactly that. Since their announcement of wanting to be the world’s leading automotive manufacturer, Volkswagen have literally been spending billions. Research and development costs for the last year alone were up 15% from previous, making
VW Group Invests More Than 10 Billion Euros in Green Technology Read More »
Before the Audi R18 e-tron quattro is allowed to contest its first race, the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) has to approve it. The required homologation documents had to be submitted by February 15. When the Audi Sport squad headed by Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich tackles the construction of a new race car, a challenging task
Audi R18 e-tron quattro Now Homologated for LMP1 Read More »
Toyota’s weird but somehow intriguing FV2 concept makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The innovative concept is, in our opinion, a bit like an advanced Sinclair C5 – and we don’t mean that in a derogatory way either. The Sinclair C5 might be the brunt of many a joke now, but to be
Toyota’s Weird but Wonderful FV2 Makes its European Debut Read More »
The upgraded Kia Optima Hybrid was unveiled by Kia Motors at the Geneva Motor Show, marking the European debut of this streamlined saloon with a drag coefficient of just Cd 0.26 in its latest form. Visually, the new Optima Hybrid is little changed, with only new bumper designs and a revised grille. However, the subtle
Upgraded Kia Optima Hybrid Makes its way to Europe Read More »
Toyota’s pioneering FCV (Fuel Cell Vehicle) is making it’s European debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. Yoshikazu Tanaka is the man in charge of development for fuel cell vehicles at Toyota. The following interview gives some insight into the work involved in bringing a new powertrain technology to fruition and the advantages of hydrogen
An Interview with Yoshikazu Tanaka: Toyota Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV) Read More »
Kia has revealed its all-new mild hybrid powertrain at the Geneva Motor Show. The powertrain – part of a future technologies exhibit on Kia’s show stand – is designed to simultaneously reduce emissions and improve engine performance in Kia’s next-generation models. Interestingly, the technology will be made available for both petrol and diesel models in
Kia Reveals New Hybrid Powertrain at 2014 Geneva Motor Show Read More »
Embodying the iconic design of the recently-launched second-generation Kia Soul, the Soul EV will become the brand’s first globally-sold electric vehicle when production starts in the second half of 2014. Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer, Kia Motors Europe, said: “Not only is the Soul EV a stylish, eye-catching car to be seen in, but it
Kia Soul EV Makes European Debut at International de l’Automobile in Geneva Read More »
In 2008, there were few credible electric cars on the market. Instead, it was a time when public interest was more focussed on ever more powerful supercars and motorway bashing super saloons. If it didn’t have a ‘super’ in front of it, then it wasn’t in vogue. There were a growing number of people interested
History: Ginetta G50EV Read More »
