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Cheaper Polestar 2 EV falls short of plug-in car grant but retains ‘premium feel’
A more affordable new version of the Polestar 2 is set to broaden the appeal of the performance electric vehicle (EV), but its £39,900 start price falls short of plug-in car grant (PiCG) eligibility.
Hyundai Kona N SUV broadens crossover's appeal alongside EV price cuts
Hyundai is set to broaden the appeal of its Kona crossover with the launch of a 280PS high-performance Kona N and revised pricing to ensure the electric vehicle (EV) version complies with the revised plug-in car grant (PiCG).
Volkswagen accused of ‘deception’ after early April Fools' Day prank
Volkswagen has been accused of “deception” and spreading “misinformation” in the US following an early April Fool’s prank which suggested the German car brand was set for a ‘Voltswagen’ rebrand.
Government EV policy has car buyers ‘thinking again’, says Stellantis boss Alison Jones
The UK Government’s counter-intuitive policy of reducing EV purchase incentives while urging their widespread adoption has car buyers “thinking again”, says Stellantis boss Alison Jones.
Government announces £30m investment in EV and hydrogen technology
Government has announced £30m of investment in EV and hydrogen technology to help launch studies into the creation of a UK lithium supply chain, improvements in battery safety and the re-use of car batteries.