EST launches new video guide to realities of electric vehicle adoption More news
26 September 2011The Energy Saving Trust (EST) has published a new video guide - 'Living with an electric car' - which highlights the real world benefits and limitations of electric vehicle ownership.
The guide, which is presented by Robert Llewellyn of Red Dwarf and Scrapheap Challenge fame, also tackles concerns around charging, range and cost offering a realistic and in-depth review of the viability of electric cars from a leading independent and impartial organisation.
The guide highlights potential running cost savings from going electric. It says that driving a small family hatchback with an efficient diesel engine would cost about £4,200 +VAT in diesel at current fuel costs to drive 10,000 miles per year for 4 years. However, a similar sized electric car would cost around £960 +VAT at current electricity prices; assuming half of the electricity is provided through an “economy 7” or similar tariff.
It also identifies other potential cost savings, including in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) and parking and access charges such as the London congestion charge (currently at least £9 a day).
The aim of the video is to provide a resource for individuals and business users alike which will inform and educate them about electric vehicles. Living with an electric car covers everything from how to charge your car, and the financial benefits of owning one, to the electric driving experience itself.
Meanwhile, new research by the EST has shown that the range of an electric car can be increased by an average of 20% if the driver changes their driving technique. The Smarter Driving pilot programme highlighted that training drivers to drive more effectively could save energy and significantly increase their electric vehicle’s range.
The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has had its emissions lowered to 95 g/km CO2, with economy improved to 78.5 mpg, and the engine is now available in the mid-range Zetec and top-of-the-range Titanium models.
The addition of Zetec and Titanium models to the current Edge ECOnetic means a three-model “green” line up for customers to choose from. All three ECOnetics have the Dagenham-built, specially calibrated version of the 1.6 litre, 95 PS Duratorq TDCi engine with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) which gives a combined 78.5 mpg. This fuel economy coupled with zero road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) can now be combined with more in-car features.
The ECOnetic models in the Fiesta range start with Edge ECOnetic, priced from £13,895, which includes Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), air-conditioning, lowered suspension, aerodynamic improvements and low rolling resistance tyres.
The Zetec ECOnetic, priced from £14,445, has 14″ 6-spoke alloy wheels, front fog lights, rear wheel air deflectors, chrome surrounds on headlights, lower front grille, tailgate handle and belt line finisher, three-spoke leather steering wheel and ambient lighting.
The Titanium ECOnetic, priced from £15,645, adds Sony DAB Radio, Bluetooth voice control and USB connectivity, cruise control, front upper grille chrome strip, power-operated folding door mirrors, privacy glass, electronic automatic temperature control (EATC), automatic headlamps, automatic wipers, two rear speakers and a perimeter alarm.
Aerodynamic body styling, lowered suspension, low resistance tyres and low friction oil all help the Ford Fiesta ECOnetic achieve ultra-low CO2 emissions. Additionally a green shift indicator in the instrument cluster highlights the optimal point to change gear to maximise fuel economy.
Fiesta ECOnetics have the following differentiating features:
▪ Aerodynamic rear air deflectors
▪ Lowered suspension
▪ Optimised rolling resistance tyres (175/65R14) and low friction oil
▪ Green shift indicator light
▪ Modified engine calibration
▪ Transmission final drive ratio changed from 3.37 to 3.05
Mars Red and Fashionista have been added to the ten colour options, DAB radio is now an option on all models and standard on Titanium. Bluetooth, voice control and USB connectivity are available from Edge to Titanium models, and Fiestas now come with keyless entry.
See our review of the latest Ford Focus range, tested at the Cholmondeley Pageant of Power.
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