Electric

Skoda’s flagship seven-seat SUV is electric

How to follow up on the success of the seven-seat Skoda Kodiaq? It would appear the Czech car maker has gone for an all-electric alternative incorporating the modern solid styling of the Vision 7S and Space concepts. Up front is the ‘Tech Deck’ face of modern solid styling, a slimmer version of the traditional Skoda grille. Within this panel are sensors, and radar and camera units for the car’s driver assist systems. DRLs should extend to the front wings. Other cues from the Vision S include...

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Toyofuji stops shipping used EVs except for Nissan Leaf  

Shipping company Toyofuji has called a halt to shipping used electric vehicles. The Nissan Leaf is excluded from the ban, though only under specific conditions. Customers must now meet stricter guidelines before their vehicles are shipped. Under the new rules, used BEVs must have no damage to the main lithium battery or the vehicle’s underbody, and the state of charge must be at least 20 per cent.  The shipping company also undertakes an onboard diagnostics check before loading to ensure minimal voltage differences between cells. In certain instances, a “Letter of Guarantee” and “Battery Condition Report” must also be submitted. ...

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