EV drivers are demanding more range, and automakers are responding. However, as several observers have noted, this will introduce new challenges and opportunities for the motor industry. Better batteries can hold more energy, and consumers certainly don’t want longer charging times, so higher charging power levels will be required. That, in turn, will require thicker (or perhaps liquid […]
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BMW i8 Released in Ireland
25/03/2015 by
The BMW i8 arrived in Ireland in 2014 with much anticipation and excitement within the motor industry. This is BMW’s premium model Range Extender electric car which forms part of it’s “i” range along with the i3. Fitted with a 5.0 kWh lithium ion battery, a 96kWh electric motor, six speed auto transmission and […]
Volkswagen demonstrates e-golf that can park and charge itself
10/01/2015 by
Volkswagen featured a fleet of their vehicles at this years Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas which showcases the triple trends of electrification, autonomy and connectivity. VW notes that its plug-in models, the e-Golf and Golf GTE would be inconceivable without computers that control such functions as battery charging and switching between gas and electric drive sources. “The two inventions […]
Ford Plug-ins May Be Released In Europe
07/11/2014 by
Ford may start selling PHEVs in Europe, following the lead of rival Volkswagen Group. Ford’s Fusion Energi and C-MAX Energi PHEVs have been popular in the US market to date, but the company hasn’t launched plug-ins in Europe because of what it sees as low demand. However, this week, Uli Koesters, Ford’s Vehicle Line Director for […]
Electric Golf Goes On Sale
07/11/2014 by
The all new electric golf has arrived, built on the same frame as a standard fuelled golf hatchback, the e-Golf features the same level of comfort and safety expected from this German model but without the fuel costs. With a retail price of 32,660 euro which includes vrt relief and the seai grant, it comes 5,000 euro […]