Eco-Driving

Autonomous bus in Scotland known as CAVForth

Scotland launches UK’s first self-driving bus service

In Scotland, the first self-driving bus service in the UK has begun transporting people over the renowned bridge over the Firth of Forth. Five full-size Alexander Dennis Enviro200AV buses will cross the bridge using autonomous driving technology as they transport up to 10,000 passengers per week between the Ferrytoll Park & Ride in Fife and …

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EV battery report: A look at which EVs have the best-performing battery

There are more and more car manufacturers turning their attention to making electric vehicles. Many attempting to improve battery performance, mileage and how quickly they can be charged up and ready to go. With the UK looking to ban new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030, with the caveat of hybrids with very low emissions, …

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Electric cars more likely to be written off due to battery costs

Due to the cost of replacing their expensive battery packs, electric cars are reportedly being written off at a higher rate than equivalent petrol and diesel models. This has led to higher premiums and a backlog of damaged parts waiting to be recycled. News agency Reuters released a report revealing that automotive insurers in the …

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Government low carbon fuel strategy required to bridge technology gap

Logistics UK is calling on the Government to develop a long-term plan for using low carbon fuels (LCFs). The trade body highlighted the need for a low carbon fuel strategy, if decarbonisation targets are to be met, after a parliamentary roundtable on LCFs, chaired by Transport Committee member Greg Smith MP, yesterday (March 7). Kate …

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Real-world test shows electric car range can drop by over 30% in cold weather

According to a real-world test of electric car range, certain popular models can have their driving capacity reduced by more than 30% in cold weather. The investigation came from WhatCar? Magazine, as part of their annual ‘drive ‘em until they die’ electric car range test. In the test they investigated how far 12 electric cars …

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Electric vehicles could provide largest source of flexible grid capacity, finds new study

A new study suggests that electric vehicles (EVs) could be the largest contributor to flexible capacity in the electricity grid. Data captured by Myenergi, a provider of eco-smart home technology, shows how on-peak EV charging can be flexible. Myenergi has supported UK grid events with thousands of customers signed up to offer flexible capacity. With …

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