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First Cupra Born electric hatch arrives for testing on local roads

First Cupra Born electric hatch arrives for testing on local roads

The first of three electric Cupra Born hot hatches has arrived for testing on local roads ahead of planned launch later in 2022.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 tows stuff, tops up a Tesla, and makes a damn good brew

Hyundai Ioniq 5 tows stuff, tops up a Tesla, and makes a damn good brew

Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner Paul Guard’s new EV not only tows things and brews a damn good coffee, but it can also charge another EV, thanks to its vehicle-to-load function.
Shipping giant Maersk ups order for green methanol-powered vessels

Shipping giant Maersk ups order for green methanol-powered vessels

Danish shipping giant Maersk increases order for methanol-fuelled container vessels, and looks for sources of the renewably-produced fuel.
UK domestic flights could be all-electric from 2028

UK domestic flights could be all-electric from 2028

Domestic flights across the UK could consist of only electric and hydrogen aircraft from 2028, but better policy to guide the transition is needed.
Perfect match: Kia debuts electric high-performance EV6 at Australian Open

Perfect match: Kia debuts electric high-performance EV6 at Australian Open

Australian Open major sponsor Kia debuts all-electric EV6 in key handover event ahead of tennis tournament’s official opening on Monday.
Tesla “Full Self-Driving” suite under review ahead of price rise

Tesla “Full Self-Driving” suite under review ahead of price rise

Tesla FSD beta software under review by Californian motor authority to determine if more regulatory oversight is needed ahead of price rise on Monday.
Škoda teases Enyaq iV coupé, hinting at Tesla Model Y rival

Škoda teases Enyaq iV coupé, hinting at Tesla Model Y rival

European carmaker Škoda reveals new sketches of upcoming 2022 Enyaq iV coupé ahead of late January reveal.
Smart charging vital for EVs to rely on solar, says Swiss study

Smart charging vital for EVs to rely on solar, says Swiss study

Charging electric vehicles with residential rooftop solar only is well within realm of plausibility, according to new Swiss study. But how it’s done will be key.