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Tag: GREEN

  • Skoda Octavia Green E-Line

    Skoda has begun testing ten electrically powered Octavia Green E Line. The aim of the test is to gain practical experience with electric propulsion.
    The Octavia Green E Line is powered by an electric motor with 116PS (85 kW) and 270Nm (199 kW). The performance is not very good, but it is excellent for everyday driving in the city – from 0 to 100 km/h in 12 seconds and a top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). The overall range is around 150km, which will satisfy the demands of most European commuters.

    The battery holds 26.5 kW/h energy and weighs about 315 kilograms. The battery block is mounted under the middle and rear floor panel and in part in the boot. The car will seat five.
    “The Octavia Green E Line shows our technological expertise in the field of electric mobility. It is a milestone in our comprehensive sustainability strategy. Our development work in this field is in close cooperation with Volkswagen Group.” commented ŠKODA CEO Prof. Dr. h.c. Winfried Vahland

    Octavia Green E Line technical features at a glance:
    •    Rated power output: 60 kW
    •    Maximum power: 85 kW over 60 seconds
    •    Torque: 270 Nm
    •    Maximum speed: 135 kph
    •    Acceleration 0-100 kph: 12 secs.
    •    Range: 150 km
    •    Battery: lithium-ion battery
    •    Battery weight: approx. 315 kg
    •    Battery capacity: 26,5 kWh
    •    Charging time:
    o  8 hours at 230 V (single-phase AC)
    o  2 hours at 400 V (three-phase AC)

    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line

    Source: Skoda

  • Ford Focus Wrapped With Special ‘Green’ Designs Showcase At “100 Designs To Save The World”

    Inspired by “green” energy in motion, Ford Thailand brand ambassador “Tata Young” and two leading designers “Vasu Virajsilp” and “Issariya Virajsilp” will unveil three Ford Focus wrapped with special graphic designs at the “100 Designs to Save the World” show. (more…)

  • NICE MyCar is electric vehicle of the year

    NICE Car Company (No Internal Combustion Engine) has won electric vehicle of the year at the 2008 GreenFleet Awards. It picked up the accolade for MyCar, an Italian-designed two-seater which was launched at the London Motor Show in July.

    “We are obviously delighted to have won the award,” said NICE co-founder Julian Wilford. “Since launching NICE in 2006, our aim has been to bring clean, affordable and convenient transport to private and corporate customers alike. MyCar is the latest in a growing portfolio which already features the largest range of all-electric cars, vans and motorcycles on sale in the UK today.”

    MyCar owners are set to benefit from motoring costs of around 2p per mile, no road tax and no congestion charge in London – and, of course, zero emissions. Starting from £8,995, the first MyCar’s will arrive in the UK next month.

    NICE MyCar
    NICE MyCar
    NICE MyCar

    In awarding MyCar its electric vehicle of the year award, GreenFleet said the stylish and functional design, along with low running costs, would go a long way to increase the appeal of electric cars for city drivers.

    NICE was also commended in GreenFleet’s Green Marketing category for its 2008 motor show campaign. NICE was the only all-electric vehicle company to invest in a stand alongside mainstream car makers, showing its entire model range, as well as hosting cars in the show’s electric vehicle village. Nearly half a million visitors came to the show.

    This year’s GreenFleet awards, which recognise pioneers of environmental fleet management, were presented at a ceremony on Thursday 25th September in Twickenham.