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Mitsubishi have finally revealed pricing for their Outlander PHEV and the good news is it is much cheaper than originally anticipated by most. Original rumours surrounding the new car put the cost at around £35,000 but Mitsubishi has announced the plug-in hybrid vehicle will cost £28,249 after the UK government grant of £5,000. However, the […]
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The ground-breaking NSX supercar, powered by an innovative three-motor Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, and set for launch in 2015, will take centre stage at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed (27-29 June) when it takes on the world’s most famous hillclimb in front of a capacity crowd. The Festival will provide
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One year after unveiling the original concept, Subaru has today revealed a new version of its two-door, four-seater future technology and design showcase vehicle – the Subaru VIZIV-2 Concept – at the 84th Geneva International Motor Show. The VIZIV-2 is a next generation crossover concept inspired by the phrase ‘Vision for Innovation’ and has been created
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With the completion of development work and final preparation for production at the BMW Group plant in Leipzig, the launch of the BMW i8 approaches its peak. Delivery of the first customer cars will start in June 2014, beginning with the main European markets. Beforehand, special public events will be held in various regions all
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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
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Nissan unveils their much anticipated all electric van, the e-NV200 which has already seen action in the form of electric taxis in Barcelona and as a solution for Taxis for London. The new van is based on the same technology as can be found in the award winning LEAF. The internal combustion engine version of
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Volkswagen claims to be the first automaker worldwide to be offering a model line with a full range of conventional and alternative powertrains including, petrol, diesel, CNG (natural gas), hybrid and all electric. The new Golf GTE plug-in hybrid will be presented at the Geneva International Motor Show (March 4 to 16, 2014). The Golf
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Not content with revealing only their all new first mass produced electric car, Kia have unveiled their refreshed Optima hybrid at the Chicago Auto Show too. Unfortunately, it seems there are no current plans to bring the hybrid to the UK. However, for the benefit of our international readers, you can read the key details
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Lexus is making the most comprehensive package of improvements yet to the CT 200h range, with styling, handling and equipment changes that will make the hybrid luxury hatchback a more appealing proposition. The upgrades follow reductions in prices and finance options which Lexus hopes will open up the prospect of Lexus ownership to many more
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With a plan for EVs and EV-derived PHEVs to represent 20% of its global sales by 2020, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has set itself an ambitious, yet realistic target. More so in Europe, Mitsubishi Motors’ largest market for these technologies. 12,000+ orders / 8,000+ deliveries In this respect, the successful sales launch of Outlander PHEV in
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