Geneva unveiling for first hybrid MG 3
26 February 2024
The second-generation MG 3 supermini has been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show with a hybrid powertrain and a completely new visual design.
Vauxhall adds fleet-friendly hybrids to new Astra
21 February 2024
Vauxhall has expanded its new Astra range with two hybrid models, claiming significant reductions in fuel consumption and emissions.
Cool cruiser: Audi A6 Avant 50 TFSI e quattro S tronic 220 kW (299PS) review
2 November 2023
The A6 PHEV brings together a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor integrated into the seven-speed twin-clutch transmission. The e-motor draws power from a 14.1kWh lithium-ion battery which
Civic duty – Honda Civic e:HEV review
3 August 2023
The new Civic has a cool, sporty look and once you sit inside things don’t disappoint either. There’s greater comfort, visibility and spaciousness and an altogether more premium feel to
Eye-catching – Toyota C-HR Excel
7 July 2023
There are two petrol from which to choose a 120hp 1.8-litre and 182hp 2-litre wkith both being pretty good on fuel economy thanks to the hybrid set-up. It comes with
E number – Nissan Qashqai e-POWER Tekna 190 review
20 June 2023
Fuel economy during our time with the car worked out at well over 50 miles to the gallon. There are no numbers from Nissan regarding how far this model can
Growing popularity of electric or hybrid vehicles
20 June 2023
While there are more electric vehicles on the market than ever – there were 450 models available in 2021, twice the number available in 2018 – the report highlights the
Grand old Juke – Nissan Juke Hybrid
18 April 2023
Nissan claims the Juke Hybrid can return just over 56mpg fuel economy, while CO2 emissions range from 114 to 115g/km. This compares with the petrol-engined Juke’s 48mpg and 134g/km of
Peugeot introduces new 48v hybrid powertrain to 3008 and 5008
16 February 2023
The new powertrain takes the place of the PureTech 130 EAT8 offering and will soon be available on other models in the Peugeot range, including 208, 2008, 308, 308 SW,
Review – Suzuki S-Cross full hybrid Ultra
8 February 2023
The Suzuki’s figures are better than rival full hybrids such as the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage, and enough to put the S-Cross in a 2% lower company car tax
Are you getting the most from your hybrid?
25 November 2022
A new short film features TV presenter Grace Webb explaining the Toyota Hybrid driving tips for best fuel economy It’s not just hybrids that will benefit from the first seven
EV adoption slows as cost of charging emerges as a barrier
1 November 2022
The research also found some of the traditional barriers to buying an EV have diminished since last year, notably access to charging points (-12%) and cost of purchase (-21%). However,
Hybrids won‘t change Suzuki’s retail bias
21 October 2022
The arrival of the S-Cross takes Suzuki’s full-hybrid offerings to four, the newcomer sitting alongside the Vitara Full hybrid – launched earlier in 2022 and which has since become the
Suzuki with a swagger – Swace SZ5
31 August 2022
The transition between electric and engine is automatic and very smooth with just a small dashboard indicator telling you when you have switched modes. Suzuki makes no wild claims about
Your guide to ULEVs
9 October 2020
EVs come in many forms, each with a differing reliance on electricity to power their engines. These differing engine types mean that their performance and capabilities vary, therefore, it’s important
Fleet Assist ramps up EV expertise
8 September 2020
To be recognised as a ‘hybrid and EV ready’ garage a technician will have completed, as a minimum, the IMI Level 2 qualification in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
Electric car, hybrid or PHEV, the pros and cons
6 December 2019
Pressure is on to reduce emissions while there are tax advantages to be gained from environmentally friendly vehicles – but what do you choose? Electric vehicles, hybrid or PHEV?
Ford Mondeo Vignale Hybrid Estate
9 October 2019
It’s the petrol-electric version of Ford’s big-selling Mondeo and the brand’s answer to the likes of the Volkswagen Passat GTE, Lexus IS 300h and Toyota Prius.
August 2018 new car registrations sees record 1 in 12 Alternative Fuel Vehicles chosen
12 September 2018
Alternative Fuel Cars were responsible for 1 in 12 registrations in surging August 2018 new car registrations
Significant move by large fleets to hybrid models over next three years
22 August 2018
Significant move by large fleets to hybrids models over next three years as UK businesses lead the way with their plans to adopt hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles according to
