hybrid, electric and other green cars news articles 
Toyota's Auris HSD is scheduled to go on sale in the UK in July
Exclusively designed for the European market, Toyota's Auris HSD (Hybrid Synergy Drive) introduces full hybrid technology to a core model at the heart of Toyota’s model line-up. It marks the first step in the deployment of HSD technology across the company’s entire European model range by the early 2020s. Built in Britain at Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK’s Burnaston factory, it targets an important shift in customer perceptions of full hybrid drive technology. The prospect of Britain – and Europe’s – first home-manufactured full hybrid model was welcomed by the UK Government. Business Minis... [more]
Goodyear releases EfficientGrip tyre for electric vehicles
Goodyear has unveiled an extremely low rolling resistance version of its Goodyear EfficientGrip summer tyre with Fuel Saving Technology – specifically developed to fulfill the distinctive requirements of future electric vehicles. The Goodyear EfficientGrip prototype tyre for electric vehicles delivers a range of benefits, including top rated energy efficiency and excellent noise and wet braking performance levels – in combination with Goodyear’s latest generation of RunOnFlat Technology for continued mobility after a puncture or complete loss of tyre pressure. The design of the concept... [more]
The Audi A1 e-tron comes equipped with a powerful electric motor for zero-emission driving in the city
The Audi A1 e-tron is a Mega City Vehicle (MCV) with an innovative drive technology. It comes equipped with a powerful electric motor for zero-emission driving in the city. There is also an internal combustion engine on board that recharges the battery in exceptional circumstances. The A1 e-tron is very agile thanks to the 102PS peak power of its electric motor. The e-tron model family from Audi is just a few months old, but it already has a number of members, for each of which Audi has chosen a different drive technology. The first e-tron, which debuted at the 2009 IAA in Frankfurt/Main, i... [more]
Honda announces new pricing and specification for CR-Z hybrid coupe
The CR-Z is the world’s first sporty hybrid coupe; a great looking car that’s exciting to drive and has all the benefits of advanced, low emission hybrid technology. Honda (UK) has announced competitive new pricing and an impressive specification for its new CR-Z hybrid coupe, which customers can now order through the Honda dealer network. As well as Honda’s petrol-electric IMA system, the car features three driving modes, which allows the driver to adapt the settings of the car to suit their needs – to maximise economy or to dash in and out of traffic, for example. Pricing CR-Z S £16,9... [more]
Europcar to offer the new Renault Zero Emission range from 2011
Europcar has pre-ordered 500 Renault electric vehicles for delivery in Europe’s largest cities from the 3rd quarter of 2011. Through a roll-out targeting its rental outlets in Europe’s largest cities, Europcar is set to offer its customers the new Renault Zero Emission range from 2011 in the European short-term rental market. With electric vehicles, which produce zero emissions during use, Renault is preparing a breakthrough solution that provides sustainable mobility for all. The four show-cars demonstrated at the Frankfurt Motor Show - Twizy Z.E. Concept, Zoe Z.E. Concept, Fluence Z.E... [more]
