A – Z of what’s coming soon … Ford to Mazda
FORD Ford will be blazing a trail this year with two performance models – the Puma ST and the Mustang Mach-E. With eye-catching styling, the Ford Puma was one of the big surprises of last year. Based on the excellent Fiesta, it raises the bar in the fun-to-drive stakes. Now an ST model – with 200hp and a 0-100kmh acceleration time of 6.7 seconds – has just gone on sale. Prices start from €41,813. The second big...
One million EVs by 2030 no longer a pipe dream
Study predicts electric cars will be as cheap to produce as petrol and diesel counterparts by 2026 writes Geraldine Herbert Electric saloons and SUVs will be as cheap to produce as petrol and diesel models by 2026, according to a new study commissioned by Transport & Environment, a European think tank. This is one of many studies forecasting when electric cars will achieve price parity with petrol and diesel, and while some...
From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads
An overview of the European motor vehicle fleet in 2021 In 2019, the European Union passenger car fleet grew by 1.8% compared to 2018, with the number of cars on the road reaching 242.7 million. The highest growth was recorded in Romania (+7%), whereas the French car market contracted slightly (-0.3%). More than 28 million vans are in circulation throughout the EU. With 6 million vehicles, France has by far the largest van fleet,...
Nine things to know about the Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept
Lexus offered a glimpse of what was to come with a stunning new concept that showcased the design, driving and advanced technologies that will feature in future models writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Featuring a sharp and sleek stance the LF-Z Electrified concept marks a more modern interpretation of Lexus signature design elements. 2) Not only is it cool and futuristic looking on the outside inside the minimalist cabin technology abounds...
Seven reasons why Hydrogen may be the fuel of the future
Hydrogen is one of the very few options for the complete decarbonisation of the road transport sector writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Hydrogen can be produced from a wide range of low and zero-carbon energy sources and can be used as a fuel by most vehicle types from small cars through to ferries and trains. 2) In a fuel cell car, the hydrogen reacts with the carbon, making electricity to run the car; the only waste product of this...
