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Although the competition in Madrid is severe, Renault and its partner Ferrovial have announced the implementation of Zity in Paris in a matter of days, with an initial fleet of 500 cars. Meanwhile, Zity's rivals in Madrid lose money. Almost three years ago, Renault and Ferrovial stormed the city of Madrid with an electric car rental operator per minute, Zity, when Car2Go (from Daimler) and emov (from PSA) already existed . The experience has been positive, enough to make the leap to another important European capital, Paris. From March they are to be deployed in Paris five hundred of Renault ZOE . Zity will replace the existing Renault / ADA platform in Paris, launched in 2018 and with the previous model. The operation will be the same as in Madrid. They are cars that are available 24 hours a day and all week. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/zity-ev-car-sharing-service-paris

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is now accepting pre-orders for its electrical construction machinery, specifically for the compact excavator ECR25 Electric and the compact wheel loader L25 Electric . Registrations are possible via a new online portal, which has now been opened in the key markets of Germany, France, Great Britain, the Netherlands and Norway and is to be expanded to other markets in the near future. Customers can use this to secure a place on the production waiting list for the e-construction machines and will be notified whether they have been selected to order the machines that are to be launched in the summer. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/volvo-ce-now-accepting-pre-orders-ecr25-electric-and-l25-electric

Renault has officially unveiled the electric version of the city's Twingo hatchback, announcing that it will be available in late 2020. The model will be equipped with a 60 kW (82 hp) electric motor , which will receive energy from a battery with a capacity of 21 kWh with a water cooling system. The declared range of the Renault Twingo ZE is 180 kilometres  (102 miles) when evaluated in accordance with the rules of WLTP tests. And in urban mode, due to more frequent energy recovery during braking, its range can reach up to 250 km. According to Renault, the average daily mileage of cars in this class is about 30 km. Therefore, the typical owner of such a mini-electric car battery lasts for a whole week, which is comparable to the frequency of refuelling cars with internal combustion engines. However, in real conditions, the power reserve is... source https://www.electrichunter.com/renault-electric-cars/renault-twingo-ze-electric-city-car-180-km-autonomy

The manufacturer revealed the specifications and showed the design of the new Kia Sorento. The fourth-generation crossover was created on a completely new architecture, which will be equipped with a hybrid powertrain and will provide more space and comfort for passengers, as well as improved handling. Kia will be exhibiting the new generation of the Sorento SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. In the South Korean market, the model will be available for pre-order in the coming days. The fourth-generation Kia Sorento will be the first crossover SUV of the brand , created on a completely new platform. Thanks to a compact engine compartment, short overhangs and an increased wheelbase, allowing you to create an SUV with a more spacious and comfortable interior and handling, the novelty significantly exceeds the capabilities of its predecessor. source https://www.electrichunter.com/hybrid-cars/fourth-generation-kia-sorentos-new-platform-and-powertrains

In Madrid, the municipal transport company EMT inaugurated the first "Línea Cero" between Atocha Renfe and Moncloa, which is operated exclusively by electric buses and can also be used free of charge. This first "zero emissions, zero cost" line is operated with ten electric buses from the Spanish manufacturer Irizar . This line intends to promote the use of public transportation and sustainable mobility, as part of its Madrid 360 environmental sustainability strategy. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/emt-inaugurates-free-electric-bus-line

Dacia , the affordable brand of Renault, will arrive on the electric market in 2021 . The French automotive group confirmed the information during the group's financial results. According to rumours, this vehicle, with a 100% electric motorization, would be based on a model exclusive to the Chinese market, the K-ZE. Between hybrid and electric, Renault's strategy is geared towards clean powertrains. Electric vehicle sales increased by 25% last year . And the group hopes to accelerate the movement in 2020. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/dacia-will-present-its-100-electric-car-2021

By 2020 Honda foresees the electrification of all its main models. The new Honda Jazz e:HEV marks an important step in this direction. After being unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, it is ready to make its way onto the market. The next generation of Honda Jazz will only be on the European market from June.  Honda Jazz e:HEV will be available from 22,000 euros and the Crosstar version from 26,250 euros . source https://www.electrichunter.com/honda-hybrid-cars/new-honda-jazz-ehev-22000-euros

#Sports car Aston Martin manufacturer unveiled the convertible version of the Vantage called Roadster. The new convertible from the British sports car manufacturer is powered by the same engine as the coupe version: a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, which produces 510 horsepower and a torque of 685 Newton-meters. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. Vantage Roadster is a fast convertible: 0-96 km / h happens in 3.7 seconds. The maximum speed declared by the manufacturer is 306 km / h . ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/aston-martin-vantage-roadster-worlds-fastest-convertible

Citroën launches this electric offensive by unveiling its signature “Inspirëd By You All” dedicated to electrified vehicles and its technological flagship:  C5 Aircross SUV Hybrid, the Silent Urban Vehicle plug-in hybrid . In 2020, all the new models launched by the Citroën will now have an electrified offer, a sign of the Brand's commitment to a responsible energy transition and aiming to offer as many core market offers adapted according to each person's uses, in each of the segments and on each of the markets. With a r ange of 55 km in electric mode, CO 2 emissions from 32 g / km and consumption from 1.4 L / 100 km in the WLTP cycle, the C5 Aircross Hybrid is a major step in Citroën's energy transition by offering a rechargeable hybrid engine combining technology and competitive cost of use. source https://www.electrichunter.com/citroen-hybrid-cars/citroen-c5-aircross-suv-hybrid-55-km-autonomy-100-electric-mode

#Motorcycles The Casa di Borgo Panigale, as we know, presented the new Ducati Panigale V4 to the public and today the bike has entered the production phase at full capacity. Ducati technicians have tried to improve the new 2020 Panigale V4 2020 in all possible ways, collecting and analyzing all the findings and data that come from the specialized press and from the customers who have purchased and commented on the Ducati Panigale over the years. So the new model is certainly easier to drive, less fatiguing and even more intuitive . The super sports bike is even faster, able to be managed better even by less experienced riders on two wheels. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/motorcycles/ducati-panigale-v4-214-hp-13000-rpm

Mahindra eKUV100  has been announced for 2020. The vehicle was designed for the Indian market, in which it will debut in the coming months, and should be sold for an equivalent of around 10,000 euros . Derived from the KUV100 model, the Mahindra eKUV100 points to competitors as an economic SUV suitable for the city. The autonomy offered by the 15.9 kWh lithium-ion battery amounts to 147 km . From the point of view of charging capacity, this electric car can go from 0 to 80% charge in an hour. The steering wheel is multifunctional and has an infotainment system with a large display. Economic, but connected. The Mahindra eKUV100 can also be managed remotely. Initially, the electric car was presented as intended only for the Indian market. In the last few hours, however, the manufacturers have opened the possibility of launching the Indian... source https://www.electrichunter.com/mahindra-electric-cars/mahindra-ekuv100-159-kwh-battery-54-hp-and-120-nm-torque

#Sports car A Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (964 series) has undergone a restoration that combines heritage and fashion, achieving an excellent result. The car, unique and exclusive, is the result of months of research and work, which involved   Teddy Santis , founder and creative director of the New York fashion brand Aimé Leon Dore (ALD) . The American designer collaborated closely with Porsche, going to Stuttgart several times to monitor the evolution of the idea, which has now blossomed in all its charm. In recent days, this 911 Carrera 4 has appeared in the Jeffrey Deitch gallery in New York. Next public commitment, the presence at the ALD fashion show of the 2020 New York Fashion Week . ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/between-fashion-and-tradition-porsche-911-teddy-santis

Ford unveiled the new Mustang Mach-E to the European public for the first time today at the “Go Electric” event in London. With the European Roadshow, Ford wants to inform consumers about the path to an electrified future. In addition, 1,000 charging stations are to be installed at European company locations over the next three years. The “Go Electric” roadshow is an interactive experience that aims to reduce any reservations about electromobility and to help consumers decide on electrified vehicles based on well-founded knowledge. Ford Mustang Mach-E comes with two battery options, with rear or all-wheel drive , and different power levels on the European market. The price starts at 46,900 euros. The 4.71 meters long, 1.88 meters wide and 1.60-meter electric car could already be configured and reserved for a deposit of 1,000 euros. At the market launch there was... source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/ford-mustang-mach-e-go-electric-event-l...

Based on the Volkswagen Group's MEB platform, the Skoda Enyaq will be the first 100% electric SUV of the Czech brand. The "E", located at the beginning of the name, refers to electric mobility while the "Q" at the end creates a connection with the family of Czech brand SUV models, such as the Kodiaq, the Karoq and the Kamiq, whose Names are derived from the language of the Inuit who live in northern Canada and Greenland. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/skoda-enyaq-be-based-modular-electrification-toolkit

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWN) will deliver a total of 420 e-Crafters to Chronopost (a member of the La Poste group) over the next two years. For Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWN) this it is the largest single e-Crafter order until now. Since September 2019, Chronopost has been delivering throughout Paris exclusively with a fleet of alternatively powered vehicles. From June 2020, this principle is to be extended to more than 18 cities in France. "The introduction of a city fleet of 100% clean vehicles is an obligation for us and a strong investment in the future," comments Chronopost President Martin Piechowski. Electric vehicles now had sufficient autonomy to be used on a large scale throughout France. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/chronopost-international-orders-420-vw-e-crafters

#SUV cars The 2020  Toyota Highlander  has just reached dealers in the United States, but by the year 2021, the Highlander will be receiving for the first time an XSE version that has a more aggressive interior and exterior design, as well as improvements to its powertrain. Starting with the exterior, the Highlander XSE has a grille, front fascia and front spoiler that differentiate it from the regular model. The grill is smaller, which makes the fascia bigger and gives it a sportier look compared to the other versions. Inside, the... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/new-2021-toyota-highlander-xse-chicago-auto-show

Toyota has announced specific launch dates for the second generation of its hydrogen fuel cell model. Production of the updated Toyota Mirai series will begin in Japan this fall . The Japanese company has sold more than 10,000 units of the first generation Mirai. The 2nd generation hydrogen car introduced last fall will first enter the local market and then appear in North America and Europe. According to the manufacturer, the new product is distinguished by notable progress in technology, driving performance and design. Toyota has not yet disclosed the detailed technical data of the new hydrogen car, but it is known that it will be built on the original platform (TNGA), which already implies a number of changes. The new model will have rear-wheel drive instead of front-wheel drive. With a length of 4.975 meters, a width of 1.885 meters and a height of 1.47 meters, the new product will be... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/toyota-mirai-2nd-generation-hydrog...

Tesla announced the launch of Model Y production at the end of January, much earlier than the previously indicated deadlines. First buyers are expected to receive their electric cars at the end of the current quarter. Tesla has repeatedly published various data about the car, we summarized the information about the upcoming new car. Tesla Model Y pricing The price of models with an increased range of up to 505 km (WLTP) will be from $48000 to $61000 depending on the drive (RWD, AWD or an improved version of AWD). Tesla Model Y equipped with a standard battery is worth $39000 and it will be available on the market in the spring of 2021. Its maximum mileage on a single charge will be 370 km. Car enthusiasts from Europe and China will receive the Tesla Model Y SUV 6-12 months after sales begin in the United States. source https://www.electrichunter.com/tesla-electric-cars/tesla-model-y-deliveries-are-expected-begin-march

Seat has presented the fourth generation of the Leon, which for the first time will also be available as a mild hybrid (eTSI) and as a plug-in hybrid (eHybrid) . Production will start in January. Seat Leon has always been a cornerstone of the brand's success: the first three generations of the compact car sold a total of more than two million copies. And the fourth generation also promises to bring a breath of fresh air to the competitive compact class with its striking design, state-of-the-art technologies and a more dynamic personality. From the fourth quarter of 2020, customers can look forward to a new level of connectivity, efficiency, dynamism and security. The new SEAT Leon clearly expresses the design philosophy of the Spanish brand - but raises it to a completely new level in its fourth generation. It stands for self-confidence, elegance and sportiness and... source https://www.electrichunter.com/seat-hybrid-cars/fourth-generation-seat-leon-was-designed-and-developed...

Shortly before the market launch of the Corsa-e, Opel significantly reduced the prices for the all-electric Ampera-e in the Netherlands . The business version is now available from 34,149 euros instead of the previous 44,799 euros , for the Business Executive version the starting price has been reduced to 37,149 euros (previously 48,449 euros). The leasing rates with a term of 60 months and a mileage of 10,000 kilometers per year drop to 459 euros per month for business customers and 539 euros for private individuals. Apparently it is a sale of the remaining existing vehicles, because Opel Netherlands speaks in the message itself of a "limited stock". source https://www.electrichunter.com/opel-electric-cars/opel-ampera-e-price-drop-now-available-34149-euros

#Racing cars Bentley presented the unique Continental GT Ice Race . The British prepared a full roll cage, seats and competition belts. The model was first admired at the GP Ice Race in Austria. The GP Ice Race took place in Zell am See, Austria, and Bentley was one of the manufacturers who participated in the event with a unique version of the Continental GT. The edition prepared by the British manufacturer is called Continental GT Ice Race and has been prepared to compete on snow and ice. The British racing car has larger ground clearance, a complete roll cage, a fire extinguisher system and a set of additional ceiling lights. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/racing-cars/bentley-continental-gt-ice-race-dynamic-nimble-and-responsive

Jeep expands its model range in the American market. But this time it's not a four-wheeled, but an electric bike. Jeep's Electric Bike made its debut during the Super Bowl commercial, in which actor Bill Murray is once again experiencing Groundhog Day with the Jeep Gladiator. The company has already launched a website for potential customers, where it shared basic information about the new product. According to Jeep, the mountain bike borrowed an electric drive from QuietKat, another well-known company specializing in the production of two-wheeled vehicles. The new electric bike received a 750 W engine and a battery, providing a range of 64 km . source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/jeep-e-bike-goes-sale

Renault Trucks has signed a contract with the Carlsberg Group for the delivery of 20 fully electric 26-ton D-type ZE trucks . The electric trucks are to be delivered to the Swiss brewery Feldschlösschen later this year. The heavy electric fleet will travel between 100 and 200 kilometres a day to supply Swiss customers from the 15 logistics centres of the Feldschlösschen brewery. The D Wide ZE in the Renault Trucks range is actually a truck variant specially optimized for waste transport. In this form, the electric D Wide ZE is used in the greater Lyon area for some time. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/renault-trucks-will-deliver-20-fully-electric-trucks-carlsberg-group

#SUV cars Skoda Vision IN has finally been unveiled at the New Delhi Auto Expo. This is an SUV concept that will then come in the form of a series model but only for the Indian market. Vision In is part of a specific Skoda strategy of wanting to create specific models dedicated to the needs of the Indian market. The new LED-backlit front grille is very interesting and allows you to give more personality to the front thanks to the new LED headlights. The generous ground clearance, which winks at the offroad world and the 19-inch wheels help make the Vision In seem more imposing than it is actually seen as it measures 4.26 meters. Skoda has worked very hard also in the interiors which are really very original with really important attention to detail. The interior finishes are also of quality, all made from recycled materials, a choice that highlights the green soul of this model. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel....

#Sports car The Suzuki Swift Sport Hybrid debuts in Italy , which will be offered in promotion until June 30 at 20,850 euros against 23,850 euros in the price list. Deliveries will begin in March. The 1.4 Boosterjet becomes mild hybrid. Compared to the standard Swift  Sport (21,690 euros), the Hybrid variant adds the electrified package: the engine is in fact the 1.4 Boosterjet with a different electronics calibration, to encourage starting and torque at low and medium revs, and can count on the 48V ISG system, capable of generating 13.6 HP and 53 Nm. The petrol engine delivers 129 HP and the maximum torque reaches 235 Nm , but consumption and emissions decreased by 16% and 15% respectively in the NEDC cycle. The total mass is equal to 1,020 kg and the maximum speed is 210 km / h , while the average of emissions... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/suzuki-swift-sport-becomes-hybrid-20850-euros

The UK wants to ban the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars from 2035. Five years earlier than expected. Declared objective: reduce air pollution as part of a program that could herald the end of more than a century of dependence on the internal combustion engine. The British government has just indicated that it plans to end the sale of new cars and vans with combustion engines from 2035 , or even sooner if a faster transition was possible. Adding that hybrid vehicle would also be excluded. The fact remains that diesel and petrol models still account for 90% of sales in the United Kingdom , while potential buyers of models deemed to be more ecological are concerned about the limited availability of charging points, a limited range and the cost of cars. Britain's step is a victory for electric cars which - if deployed globally - could diminish the wealth of oil-producing... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/london-wants-ban-thermal-and-hybrid-vehicles-2035...

#SUV cars The fourth-generation Kia Sorento will be appearing for the first time at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show. Kia Motors's top-of-the-line SUV model , Sorento, is preparing to arrive in Geneva with its fourth generation. It is the first vehicle of the brand developed on the new middle-class SUV architecture. Kia promises for 2021 Sorento a pronounced practical character, and in Switzerland, we could see its first electrified version. The SUV will mark the introduction of a series of innovations. These include new driver assistance systems, enhanced connectivity and new infotainment features. According to Kia, the... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/kia-sorento-world-premiere-2020-geneva

Renault has presented the new update of its Mégane model, which is manufactured in the factory that the company has in Palencia, and that will be available in Spain from this summer with a plug-in hybrid drive called E-Tech . The PHEV drive consists of a 1.6-litre petrol engine, two electric motors and a multi-mode transmission, which together develop 160 horsepower . The efficiency must also be great because the electric range in the WLTP cycle of 50 kilometres (in the city cycle of the WLTP even 65 kilometres) has to be managed with only 9.8 kWh. However, the manufacturer does not indicate whether this value is the net or gross capacity of the high-voltage battery. The Mégane E-Tech should be able to drive at speeds of up to 135 km / h purely electrically. Renault does not provide any information on the charging options and the charging performance of the... source https://www.electrichunter.com/hybrid-cars/renault-presents-new-megane-e-tech-plug

The success of Tesla electric cars and several other manufacturers is beginning to have an impact on the entire industry. The Hummer brand, which was withdrawn from the market nearly 10 years ago, is returning, this time with a fully electric car . The new electric Hummer will be officially unveiled in May , but General Motors wants to make sure the public is aware of the return of this iconic car by then. Hummer was for a while a symbolic car for the United States. I was derived from the military Humvee of the US Army. Following the announcement of Cybertruck and other recent pick-up electric cars, the Hummer seems to take the form of an electric pickup truck. Given the size of a Hummer, which would allow a much larger battery to be installed, the electric Hummer is likely to have a much longer range than the old models with a full fuel tank. GMC Hummer EV will be the... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/electric-hummer-wants-compete-cybertruck

Opel wants to build the largest German electric car battery factory in the town of Kaiserslautern , as announced by Michael Lohscheller. The "one billion euro" plant will be built in partnership with the French company Saft, a subsidiary of the giant Total. Last summer, France and Germany requested the European Commission's agreement to grant state aid to certain companies forming an alliance in the field of battery production for electric cars. At the time, the two countries wanted funding of up to € 1.7 billion in this regard, so that Europe could reduce its dependence on Asian suppliers. The plan envisaged an alliance between the PSA group,  Opel and the French battery manufacturer Saft, part of the Total group. Opel boss Michael Lohscheller has now announced that he wants to build Germany's largest battery factory in partnership with Saft. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/opel-wants-build-largest-electric-vehicle-battery-factory-germany