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Five reasons to buy an electric car
We know electric cars are environmentally friendly, but there are other advantages to enjoy when you make the switch
Continental develops Battery Impact Detection system
Battery Impact Detection system improves EV safety and could reduce the weight of battery armour by 50 per cent.
“Has your battery integrity been breached?”
It’s...
Euro emissions standards 1 to 6 explained
We explain what Euro emissions standards are and what the ratings mean.
The first European standard for exhaust emissions was introduced in 1992. Since then,...
Electronic handbrake and auto-hold explained
We take you through the pros and cons of an electronic handbrake, as well as many of the accompanying features.
Of all the new technology...
Pirelli Scorpion tyres have tread-changing ability
Pirelli's Scorpion tyre has 'mechanical intelligence' that can change tread shape.
Since winter tyres came onto the scene, followed by all-season tyres like Michelin’s Cross-Climate...
What are the fire risks of electric vehicles?
A lithium-ion battery fire is almost impossible to put out. We look at why that is, how fire services are handling it and what...