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Plug in Adventures Monte Carlo and back again in a BMW i3

Plug in Adventures Completes Scotland-Monte Carlo and Back Again in an EV

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Seasoned ‘Plug in’ adventurer Christopher Ramsey, an electric vehicle (EV) enthusiast, enjoys nothing more than pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle travel and testing the UK and Europe’s EV infrastructures to the limits.

After a few weeks’ careful planning, driving all the way to Monte Carlo gave Christopher his first taste of not only driving in Europe, but driving the all-electric BMW i3 on a long distance journey. Driving through the very heart of the UK and France, passing a large collection of wind farms and…

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BMW i3 94Ah driving protonic blue

BMW i3 94Ah Refresh Offers Larger Battery, More Range & Options

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BMW has finally unveiled the next iteration of their popular all electric i3 model with an uprated battery that now offers up to 276 miles of range (range extender model) or 195 miles in pure electric form. The old 60Ah battery has been replaced with a new 94Ah (33kWh) battery and the two will not be sold side by side as has been offered by other marques, notably the Nissan Leaf 24kWh and 30kWh variants. DC rapid charging (CCS) is now standard too, while AC charging has been uprated as well, and can…

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M25. 117 Miles. BMW i3. Electric power. #LapLondon

M25. 117 Miles. BMW i3. Electric power. #LapLondon

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It’s electric week and this means everyone around the country are helping promote electric cars and their viability as everyday transport. Of course, the initiated few know the answer already but for those who don’t, which let’s face it, is the vast majority of motorists on our roads today it’s worth reminding them that there is an alternative to petrol and diesel.

Sadly, the majority believe electric cars to only be suitable as a second car due to their relative lack of range compared to a single…

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Chevrolet Bolt EV 2017

Has Chevrolet’s Bolt Pushed Other EV Makers into Action?

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Chevrolet aren’t known for their economising, planet-saving expertise. Instead, they’re best known for their completely at-odds gas guzzling cars that actively laugh in the face of polar bears. However, that’s a wholly unfair and out-dated reputation that is rapidly changing. Sure, like many major companies, they’re perhaps not as quick on their feet as – say – Tesla Motors, but like the young whipper-snapper, Chevrolet has the…

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Sustainable St Albans Plug-in Vehicle Display 21.11.2015

Sustainable St Albans Week Plug-in Car Display FREE Event

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Sustainable St Albans Week is a celebration of all things renewable, environmental and efficient.

As a part of this week, which sees events hosted from 21st to 28th November, there will be a small display of electric and hybrid cars located outside the Alban Arena from 8am – 4pm Saturday 21st.

The display includes BMW’s i3 and i8, the world’s first disabled person friendly electric taxi, the just launched e-NV200 7-seater and more…

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