Autovolt Magazine

11 March 2017

Main features in this issue are: • EVs and Hybrids in pictures - EV photos from the past two months. • Latest news - A selection of electric & hybrid vehicles, eco and racing news. • Tom Curtis’ Leaf - Part three of Tom’s ownership experience with his second hand Nissan Leaf. • LifeStyle Gear - The latest gear, tech and gadgets to complement your electrified vehicle. • COLUMN: Jonny Smith - Jonny discusses the rapid rise of EVs and enjoys a preview of Vanda’s Motochimp and Dendrobium… apparently, they’re flowers. • FIRST DRIVE: Toyota Prius Plug-in - We head to Catalonia to drive the new Prius Plug-in and get to grips with its electric range. • TECHNOLOGY: NAVYA ARMA - For the first time in the UK, we experience the ARMA, a level 5 autonomous shuttle bus that works today. • REVIEW: VW e-up! - Do the latest updates to Volkswagen’s baby electric car make a difference? We find out. • FIRST DRIVE: Renault Zoe Z.E.40 in the UK - An update to our review in issue 16, we test the new Zoe on UK roads and get a taste for EVs with 150+ miles range. • INSIGHT: Is bigger always better? - A question of battery size. Do we really need bigger batteries in electric cars or is it best to stick with smaller, cheaper batteries? • REVIEW: Hyundai Ioniq & Kia Niro Hybrids Dual Test - The latest hybrids from Hyundai and Kia are both based on the same platform and powertrain. We drive them back to back. • Back Pages [IN EVERY ISSUE] - Get to grips with EVs using our handy guides, included in each issue. • Rear View BY LUCY HARGRAVE - The topic this issue: Should the first MOT be after four years? To find out more info about what’s inside this issue, visit www.autovolt-magazine.com The latest EV and hybrid news, plus handy guides explaining electric and hybrid vehicles to both the beginner and enthusiast alike complement every issue.