AutoVolt Magazine - March-April 2017

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Main features in this issue are:

• EVs and Hybrids in pictures - EV photos from the past two months.
• Latest news - A selection of electric & hybrid vehicles, eco and racing news.
• Tom Curtis’ Leaf - Part three of Tom’s ownership experience with his second hand Nissan Leaf.
• LifeStyle Gear - The latest gear, tech and gadgets to complement your electrified vehicle.
• COLUMN: Jonny Smith - Jonny discusses the rapid rise of EVs and enjoys a preview of Vanda’s Motochimp and Dendrobium… apparently, they’re flowers.
• FIRST DRIVE: Toyota Prius Plug-in - We head to Catalonia to drive the new Prius Plug-in and get to grips with its electric range.
• TECHNOLOGY: NAVYA ARMA - For the first time in the UK, we experience the ARMA, a level 5 autonomous shuttle bus that works today.
• REVIEW: VW e-up! - Do the latest updates to Volkswagen’s baby electric car make a difference? We find out.
• FIRST DRIVE: Renault Zoe Z.E.40 in the UK - An update to our review in issue 16, we test the new Zoe on UK roads and get a taste for EVs with 150+ miles range.
• INSIGHT: Is bigger always better? - A question of battery size. Do we really need bigger batteries in electric cars or is it best to stick with smaller, cheaper batteries?
• REVIEW: Hyundai Ioniq & Kia Niro Hybrids Dual Test - The latest hybrids from Hyundai and Kia are both based on the same platform and powertrain. We drive them back to back.
• Back Pages [IN EVERY ISSUE] - Get to grips with EVs using our handy guides, included in each issue.
• Rear View BY LUCY HARGRAVE - The topic this issue: Should the first MOT be after four years?

To find out more info about what’s inside this issue, visit www.autovolt-magazine.com

The latest EV and hybrid news, plus handy guides explaining electric and hybrid vehicles to both the beginner and enthusiast alike complement every issue.