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Main feature articles in this issue are: - FEATURE: ELECTROFLIGHT: Electroflight is an ambitious British project to create an electric aeroplane capable of 300 mph. AutoVolt takes an in-depth look at the project and what it might mean for electric aviation. - FEATURE: ENERGY SWITCHING: AutoVolt asks leading renewable energy supplier Ecotricity what really goes on behind the scenes when switching energy company. The answers are surprising! - FEATURE: HYPER HYBRIDS: An exclusive look at three of the world’s most desirable hypercars, which just happen to be hybrid. AutoVolt talks to Paul Bailey, the lucky chap who owns all three of these amazing cars. - FEATURE: TESLA SUPERCHARGER RALLY: AutoVolt was invited to attend this exclusive event, the first official European Supercharger rally. We experience a Model S 85 all the way to Amsterdam and back. - REVIEW: TESLA MODEL S 85: The best-selling version of this iconic electric car, fully tested by us. - FIRST DRIVE: TESLA MODEL S P85D: Yes, more Tesla! AutoVolt gets a first drive in Tesla’s supercar beating P85D. It’s shockingly (or should that be insanely) quick! - TECHNOLOGY: SOLAR PANELS: All you wanted to know about solar power. - REVIEW: FORD MONDEO HYBRID: A great car installed with hybrid, does it make sense? - FIRST DRIVE: VW PASSAT GTE: AutoVolt is taken to Amsterdam (again) to test drive the latest VW plug-in hybrid. - BUYING GUIDE: HONDA CIVIC HYBRID: Our guide to buying a used Civic Hybrid. - REAR VIEW: Is Wireless Charging Worthwhile? To find out more info about what’s inside this issue, visit www.autovolt-magazine.com The latest EV & hybrid news, plus handy guides explaining electric and hybrid vehicles to both the beginner and enthusiast alike complement every issue.
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RENAULT CAPTUR E-TECH PHEV
Renault’s first foray into plug-in hybrids has arrived with the Captur. Jonathan Musk drives.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Globally, Hyundai will launch more than 12 additional BEV models in the next four years starting with the IONIQ 5 you see here – proving that range isn’t the only thing that matters, instead it’s their charging time that counts.
MAZDA MX-30
Mazda reckons there’s more to selling EVs than offering long-range and straight line speed – but will potential customers agree?
CIT ROËN Ami
The Ami proves electric mobility doesn’t have to be expensive, provided you don’t mind sacrificing some luxuries…
FUELLING CHANGE
With an end date set for combustion engines and plug-in sales accelerating in the UK, demands are ramping up for a widespread public charging infrastructure. So what do the companies tasked with deploying them see as the biggest hurdles ahead?
AN ABSOLUTE APPROACH
Chinese EV maker NIO offers smart technologies and a holistic view of the electric vehicle experience. Ahead of its arrival in the west, Autovolt talks to NIO Europe vice president Hui Zhang about the company’s innovative user concepts
2010 KIA VENGA EV
Kia is best known today for its electric e-Niro and Soul EV models, yet their roots reside with the Kia Venga EV concept car first displayed at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. While Nissan was just getting its Leaf off the ground, Kia (and the wider Hyundai Motor Group or HMG) were busy reading themselves for their future too.
UK To Benefit From £20m On‑Street Charge Point Funding
LOCAL authorities have been urged to take advantage of a £20m UK government cash injection which will boost the number of on-street EV charge points.
Range Rover Evoque P300E
The first plug-in Evoque is impeccable tuned to a demanding segment, as Alex Grant explains.
KIA Sorento ‘2' 1.6 HEV
Good foundations mean Kia’s hybrid flagship is a worthy diesel alternative, says Alex Grant.
