Open gallery Decision to set a factory up in the Netherlands came as a blow to UK industry Facilities backed by the UK government such as Britishvolt’s Blyth facility are more overtly automotive-focused Eurocell aims to support the international transition to sustainable energy sources Close News 5 mins read 26 August 2022 Access to this… Continue reading British battery firm’s new Dutch factory highlights UK funding flaw
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Opinion: Does Alfa Romeo Tonale make good on quality promises?
The thing with quality is that it doesn’t mean the same thing to all of us. To the layman, things like solidity and switch action are what defines quality, but in business and to engineers, what matters is building the same thing to the same standard every time. Go to Source
Audi RS e-tron GT: the ultimate all-electric hot lap
Rapid off the line As the lights go out, the Audi RS e-tron GT’s power is boosted to 646PS for 2.5 seconds through the launch control option. Using Audi’s amped up all-electric quattro drive, every ounce of instantly-on-demand all-electric torque is transmitted instantly to the road. The shiny 10-spoke multi-spoke and low-profile 21-inch tyres grip… Continue reading Audi RS e-tron GT: the ultimate all-electric hot lap
Aston Martin Valhalla revealed with complete interior
Pushrod suspension features at the front and a multi-link set-up at the rear, with dampers and springs mounted inboard to reduce unsprung mass, The entire set-up is stiffened and “dramatically” lowered in Track mode and can be raised at low speed to clear speed bumps. By using more subtle bodywork elements to enhance downforce, Aston Martin’s… Continue reading Aston Martin Valhalla revealed with complete interior
2023 Kia EV9 primed as premium electric range-topper
Kia will look to take on Range Rover with its new EV9 electric SUV, which is set to be revealed early next year before it comes to the UK. Spotted testing on European roads, where it has undergone hot- and cold-weather testing, the Kia EV9 will be the Korean brand’s largest European model so far,… Continue reading 2023 Kia EV9 primed as premium electric range-topper
Opinion: What next for Daniel Ricciardo?
Where did it all go wrong for Daniel Ricciardo at McLaren? There were times at Red Bull, teamed with and against Max Verstappen, when he proved conclusively to be a true top-liner, armed with a fantastic feel for wheel-to-wheel racing. In the two years when he largely treaded water at underwhelming Renault, there was little… Continue reading Opinion: What next for Daniel Ricciardo?
BYD ‘seriously thinking’ about building EVs in Europe
Chinese technology company and vehicle manufacturer BYD is considering localised production of its electric cars to better serve the European market, having confirmed its Han saloon, Tang SUV and Atto 3 crossover for sale in the region within the next four months. The cars are currently built in BYD’s home city of Shenzhen, China’s fourth… Continue reading BYD ‘seriously thinking’ about building EVs in Europe
E-bikes coming to London’s Santander Cycles scheme
The Santander Cycles bike share scheme in London will expand to include 500 electric bikes from next month. The scheme launched in the UK capital city in 2010 and originally known as Barclays Cycle Hire – and sometimes referred to as Boris Bikes – has grown to be one of the most popular bike shake… Continue reading E-bikes coming to London’s Santander Cycles scheme
How luxury brands can offer a premium EV charging experience
Open gallery Porsche part-owns the Ionity rapid charging network Availability and ease of use of Tesla Superchargers are key selling points for the brand Nio offers a service for drivers to swap their car’s battery for a fully recharged unit Close News 5 mins read 25 August 2022 Access to this content requires a subscription… Continue reading How luxury brands can offer a premium EV charging experience
Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh 2022 UK drive
The Kia EV6 certainly hasn’t been short of plaudits since it arrived in 2021. But as ever with these things, those have all been in the toppier specs, sometimes with a bigger power output. What about in the (relatively) bargain basement version? That’s what this EV6 Air is. At £44,195, it’s three grand cheaper than the… Continue reading Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh 2022 UK drive