According to the German Handelsblatt publication, the new Volkswagen small-class electric cars will be produced at the plant in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. This is the same factory where VW Up, Skoda Citigo and SEAT Mii are currently being built. Initially, they took into account the Emden plant (Germany), but eventually chose Bratislava to minimize costs as much as possible. The three models will be joined by electric cars produced by VW, Skoda and SEAT, all three brands being reunited under the umbrella of Volkswagen AG.

Geotab has prepared a joint study with AEGFA, Spanish Association of Fleet Managers and Mobility (Asociación Española de Gestores de Flotas de Automóviles), to analyze the state of electrification of fleets in Spain. The study is based on a survey of more than 90 managers of medium and large fleets in Spain and among its main conclusions highlights that the vast majority is planning to increase the adoption of electric vehicles. In fact, only 1% of companies surveyed maintain that no change would encourage them to electrify their fleet.

Vattenfall and the city of Amsterdam are now jointly operating under the name Flexpower. "Flexpower" is said to be the largest smart charging network for electric vehicles in Amsterdam. Flexpower enables faster charging, the maximum use of electricity from renewable energies and more even utilization of the network, says Vattenfall. A total of 456 charging stations were technically upgraded by Vattenfall with 912 charging points (which corresponds to a third of all electric car charging stations in the city) and connected to the intelligent charging network of Flexpower.

For the first time, Volkswagen is offering a limited edition of 30,000 copies called "ID.3 First" with special equipment and the medium-sized 58 kWh battery, which should be suitable for up to 420 kilometers according to the new WLTP standard. In the harsh practice of everyday life are probably about 300 kilometers, which is quite okay. Since May 8, 2019, VW has been accepting online pre-orders for the ID.3 First Edition. For a deposit of 1000 euros, you can reserve the special limited model. The ID.3 "1st" comes with comfort features like voice control and navigation system .

Renault presents the experimental vehicle of a light commercial electric vehicle for urban traffic delivery: Renault EZ-FLEX. The EZ-FLEX comes with a purely electric drive and full network integration. A dozen models will soon go out to businesses across Europe for testing purposes. With a length of 3.86 meters, a width of 1.65 meters and a height of 1.88 meters, has a load capacity of up to three cubic meters, with easy access inside the box by a low load threshold only 760 millimeters from the ground and a range of 150 kilometers.

Expected in autumn 2019, according to an article in "The Slovak Spectator", the first copy of Peugeot e-208 left the production line of the PSA plant in Trnava on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Peugeot officially unveiled the new 208 in late February.

The Polish company Triggo has developed an urban electric vehicle with an interesting quality: the width of the car can be adjusted from 148 to 86 cm. The novelty is designed to take its rightful place in the category of light vehicles designed for one or two passengers. The Polish model falls into the category of L7E light vehicles, being a quadricycle weighing less than 400 kg (without batteries). Triggo can carry two passengers, one behind the other and has a maximum range of 100 km.

The Italian motorcycle maker Ducati is launching folding e-bikes and e-scooters with electric drives under the name Ducati Urban e-Mobility. Ducati developed these with the Italian company MT Distribution. Seven different models are expected to be launched this year. The vehicles are sold under the brands Ducati, Ducati Corse, and Ducati Scrambler. Depending on the model, the e-scooters should deliver between 250 and 500 watts, the e-bikes are limited to 250 watts (in accordance with Italian law) - making them suitable for most European countries.

The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) is noticing a shift in registrations in favour of electric cars for the first quarter of 2020. New registrations of cars with combustion engines shifted the share in favour of electric cars in the EU in the first quarter. Between January and March, the market share of cars with electric engines in the EU grew to 6.8 per cent, as the European Automobile Manufacturers Association declared on Tuesday in Brussels. In the same period last year, the percentage was 2.5 per cent.

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Minsk Automobile Plant has released the third generation of electric buses. It is assumed that they will combine the advantages of trolleybuses and public transport. With the help of the new model, the Belarusian manufacturer expects to strengthen its position in the promising segment of electric buses. The new low-floor bus MAZ 303E10 is equipped with a German electric motor ZF CeTrax with a capacity of 300 kW, providing a maximum speed of 75 km / h. The electric bus surpasses many analogues in acceleration dynamics, power reserve and average power consumption.

Hyundai's performance in WTCR and WRC competitions highlighted the brand's competitiveness in motorsport. The current tendency to electrification presents the need to transfer these performances in a green context.

Opel introduced the Vivaro-e electric van model which has 136 hp and 260 Nm. Commercial fleet operators have just received a new offer: an electric Opel Vivaro-e!

Despite the situation in the automotive sector in Europe due to the pandemic caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus, sales of electric cars have been able to overcome the general decline in the market in March 2020. In March 2020, sales of electric cars in Europe reached 50,100 units, which compared to the same period of the previous year represents an increase of 23%. Electric car models like the Tesla Model 3, Renault ZOE and Volkswagen e-Golf dominate the electrical market.

Opel introduced the Vivaro-e electric van model which has 136 hp and 260 Nm. Commercial fleet operators have just received a new offer: an electric Opel Vivaro-e!

The spread of COVID-19 is helping many European countries set new records in solar energy production. All UK solar panels peaked at 9.68 gigawatts on Monday, according to information from the University of Sheffield and the National Energy System. According to the Solar Trade Association (STA), this figure was enough to fill a third of the energy costs of British users at one time. The previous record of 9.55 gigawatts was recorded in May last year. According to Bloomberg, on the same day, Germany set a solar power record with an indicator of 32.23 gigawatts.

The spread of COVID-19 is helping many European countries set new records in solar energy production. All UK solar panels peaked at 9.68 gigawatts on Monday, according to information from the University of Sheffield and the National Energy System. According to the Solar Trade Association (STA), this figure was enough to fill a third of the energy costs of British users at one time. The previous record of 9.55 gigawatts was recorded in May last year. According to Bloomberg, on the same day, Germany set a solar power record with an indicator of 32.23 gigawatts.

Ford Performance is launching a truly unique all-electric drag racer: Ford Mustang Cobra Jet with more than 1400 hp and a top speed of more than 270 km / h. Mustang Cobra Jet electric car delivers a torque of almost 1500 Nm. Ford has always used motorsport to showcase and develop new innovations. The Cobra Jet 1400 electric car is an example of how to get the most out of new technology. The Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 is a tribute to the original Cobra Jet which dominated the drag racing sport in the late '60s and which is still to be awaited.

Hyundai Kona Electric is acknowledged as the best electric car among Best Small Family Car in the first edition of the TopGear Electric Awards. Following an impressive test route across nine European countries and with more than 1,600 kilometres covered, Hyundai's highly popular electric SUV is recognized not only for its efficiency and long-range but also for its effortless and good driving experience. The test was conducted in the form of a 24-hour race, with BBC TopGear Magazine's chief editor Charlie Turner behind the wheel.

Lotus launched a unique configurator for Evija, the first 100% electric hypercar. The manufacturer offers the possibility for each customer to customize their Evija model, through an application that will allow them to view each change. This year it will launch its first 100% electric hypercar - Lotus Evija. The exclusive nature of this 2,000hp two-seater promises the future owner a unique experience. Every aspect of the new Evija can be customized, from the combination of colours for the exterior to the smallest detail of the interior - everything is part of the ordering process.

Chinese automaker FAW has started constructing a new plant in Changchun that will produce electric cars for its premium brand "Hongqi". The completion of the plant is planned for 2022. FAW wants a maximum capacity of 200,000 vehicles per year. It directly sends more than 3,000 people in employment and further helps the electrification transformation of the Hongqi brand.

Cooperation partners MagniX and Harbor Air have announced the successful first flight of a de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver seaplane converted to electric propulsion. The declared goal of the duo is to successively electrify all 42 sea airplanes from Harbor Air. The US company MagniX, which specializes in aircraft electric propulsion, and North America's largest sea airline, based in Richmond, Canada, have been cooperating since March of this year. For the first flight, a six-seater de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver with the 560 kW electric motor magni500 took off.

The new EuroNCAP tests in December 2019 confirmed expectations for a number of models, but they also brought some unpleasant surprises. Tesla Model X - EuroNCAP results - 5 stars: 98% for adult passenger protection, 81% for child protection, 72% for pedestrian protection and 94% for safety systems. Porsche Taycan - EuroNCAP results - 5 stars: 85% for adult passenger protection, 83% for child protection, 70% for pedestrian protection and 73% for safety systems.

Mexico City has commissioned 63 battery-powered trolleybuses from Chinese manufacturer Yutong. 40 of the buses have already been delivered, the remaining 23 will follow in December. These are O-buses that also have a battery to cover up to 100 kilometers on overhead lines. In the message, Yutong also speaks of a "dual drive" - ​​but the vehicles no longer have a burner, it is rather the double drive from battery-electric and overhead line components.

Seat presents its first electric scooter concept. It is simply called e-Scooter, and will officially arrive on the market next year. It will be equivalent to a 125 cc scooter with a combustion engine. Seat e-Scooter has a maximum power of 15 HP and a torque of 240 Nm; 0-50 km / h acceleration occurs in 3.8 seconds, while top speed is 100 km / h. The replaceable batteries guarantee an autonomy of 115 km. To charge the vehicle you can connect it directly to the electrical outlet.

The first major order for electric buses has been delivered to the Hamburger Hochbahn after about one year. The new fleet is already in service. Just over a year ago, Hamburger Hochbahn presented its first fully electric bus to the public - meanwhile, all 30 electric vehicles ordered at that time have been delivered. 20 eCitaro e-buses came from the Mercedes subsidiary Evobus, while 10 more Urbino nE12 electric vehicles were supplied by the Polish manufacturer Solaris. The delivery of the next outstanding 30 electric buses - 25 eCitaro and five Urbino 12 electric - will take place in 2020.

Volocopter has completed the first manned test flight in Singapore with its 2X electric aircraft. In addition, the company, together with its partner Skyports, has now put the spotlight on a prototype launch and landing infrastructure for e-taxis. The flight over Marina Bay took about two minutes. The pilot put in the course of the experiment at an average height of 40 meters, a distance of about 1.5 kilometers.

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