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Products / Hot kit FAQ Kim Adams Got a query? (mailto:products@autoexpress.co.uk) products@autoexpress.co.uk I want a folding electric bike to go in my car. What should I look for? HAVING a [...]

Products / New on the shelves news, deals & events Atom maker turns to two wheels ARIEL may be known for its Atom and Nomad cars, but the company has [...]

Folding e-bikes PRODUCTS Mini test Rivals charge in to face MiRiDER champ Tom Barnard WHILE we all love our cars, there are times when it makes sense to swap to [...]

PRODUCTS THIS WEEK’S HOT KIT NEW EBIKE FROM VOLT BRINGS LIGHT RELIEF NEW PRODUCT Volt Lite folding ebike Price: from £2,899 Contact:voltbikes.co.uk THERE’S a new option for drivers looking to [...]

PRODUCTS Latest Gocycle family cargo e-bikes offer one for the load NEW PRODUCT Gocycle CXi & CX+ Family Cargo e-bikes Price: from £5,999 Contact:http://gocycle.com ONE of our favourite folding e-bikes [...]

This article from Auto Express discusses the benefits of using folding e-bikes for commuting. The author highlights that commuting by car is becoming more expensive and difficult, and public transport may not be a viable option for many people. The article reviews seven folding e-bike models, considering factors such as ease of folding, compactness, weight, range, comfort, and value. The MiRiDER One is recommended as the best choice for shorter commutes, while the GoCycle G4 is praised for its advanced features and comfortable ride. The Ampere Alter is also recommended for its affordability and extras. Overall, the article emphasizes that there are no bad products among the reviewed models, and the best choice depends on individual budget and riding requirements. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Auto Express provides a list of 10 test-winning accessories for summer motoring needs. The accessories include a cool box, solar panels, sunshades, picnic hamper, bike rack, water bottle, soft-top cleaner, Euro travel kits, bug remover, and roof bars. The article provides details on each accessory, including prices and contact information for purchasing. These accessories are recommended for keeping cars clean, passengers comfortable, and ensuring smooth holidays. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the benefits of folding e-bikes as an alternative to cars for avoiding traffic and expensive parking. The MiRiDER One is highlighted as the test-winning electric folder due to its affordable price and compact size when folded. The GoCycle G4 is recommended for its futuristic design and comfortable ride, while the VOLT Lite is praised for its powerful motor. The MiRiDER One is ultimately deemed the best buy due to its small size when folded and lower price. [Extracted from the article]

PRICE: £53,470 POWER: 2x electric motors, 295bhp WE'VE already tested the Audi Q4 e-tron in rear-wheel-drive configuration, but here we're trying a version with the famous quattro badge on the bootlid. The stiff chassis also causes the car to follow the contours of uneven surfaces, but overall the Audi is more comfortable to drive than the Tesla. The bluff front end and angular Audi design cues contribute to this, while the addition of a fake grille up front links the Q4 with Audi's combustion-engined offerings. [Extracted from the article]

While we've seen its use in the VWID.3 and ID.4, plus the Skoda Enyaq, the Q4 e-tron is Audi's first application of the tech, taking the premium SUV approach. PRICE: £44,275 POWERTRAIN: 82kWh li-ion battery, e-motor, 201bhp THE Q4 e-tron sits below the existing e-tron as the new starting point in Audi's all-electric SUV line-up. At 4,588mm long and 1,632mm tall, the Q4 slots neatly between the brand's combustion powered Q3 and Q5 in terms of overall dimensions. [Extracted from the article]

PRICE: £31,200 POWERTRAIN: 50kWh, single e-motor, 134bhp THIS is the second-generation Vauxhall Mokka, but it shares little more than its name with its predecessor. Design & engineering score 4.2 THE Mokka follows on from the Corsa supermini and Vivaro van to become the third model in the Vauxhall line-up to be offered with a fully electric powertrain. The Vauxhall features six airbags through out its range, while the Kia gets a seventh airbag to protect the driver's knees. [Extracted from the article]

"What impresses most is just how comfortable, quiet and easy the Q4 e-tron is to drive" IF you have any remaining doubts about the seriousness with which Audi is taking electrification, the new Q4 e-tron SUV is not only the fourth new model in the brand's EV line-up, it's also expected to become the company's second biggest seller overall, after the A3 hatchback. The car we're driving here is the standard Q4 e-tron, but a sleeker, slightly more svelte Sportback version that sits 18mm lower will be following further on down the line. Our car also came with paddles behind the steering wheel to control the level of regenerative braking, or you can just leave the car to work out what's best. [Extracted from the article]

, my colleague Dean Gibson would be on an electric scooter, while Rich Ingram would be captaining Citroen's electric Ami quadricycle. Rich and I are following Google Maps and Dean his nose, and while I miss a turn and lose the others, Rich and I soon rejoin each other, the Ami's inability to squeeze through gaps found by the scooter making it comparable to the VW in terms of its traffic-busting abilities. Dean and Rich have already arrived at our destination, and Dean some time ago, so he comes out on the scooter to lead me into the square for the day's final photocall. [Extracted from the article]

The Volt Lite folding ebike is a new option for commuters looking to save time and money. It is 4kg lighter than Volt's other folding ebike models, making it one of the lightest on the market. The bike is powered by a 250W motor and has a top speed of 15.5mph. It has a range of up to 60 miles on a single charge and features battery-powered LED lights. A GPS tracker is available as an optional extra for added security. [Extracted from the article]

Gocycle, a popular folding e-bike brand, has introduced two new models, the CXi and CX+, in their family-cargo range. These bikes feature a carry rack over the rear wheel and a WingPillar Frame that can support up to 220kg and is compatible with child seats and accessories. The CX+ model also includes the Flofit handlebar, which can be adjusted to suit the rider's reach, height, and grip angle. Both models have a fivespeed Shimano Nexus hub belt drive and can be pre-ordered now for delivery in September. The CXi is priced at £5,999 and the CX+ with the Flofit handlebar is priced at £6,999. [Extracted from the article]

Every week, we extensively test all the latest car kit from tyres to trim cleaners. Pure AirPro Price: £679.99 Rating: Available from: www.purescooters.com Power: 350w Scooter weight: 17kg Range (claimed): 22 miles PURE'S new scooter doesn't have any gimmicky features, but it makes up for this in sturdiness. E-Twow GT 2020 Price: £995 Rating: Available from: www.personalelectrictransport.co.uk Power: 700w Scooter weight: 11.9kg Range (claimed): 25 miles THE E-Twow (pronounced e2) GT is the smallest and lightest scooter here, which makes it ideal if you want to carry it on public transport or in a car boot. [Extracted from the article]

For the 55 model this delivers up to 361 miles in the SUV and 372 miles in the Sportback, while the hot SQ8 e-tron does up to 306 or 318 miles for the SUV or Sportback versions respectively. Efficiency tweaks raise range EVOLUTION improves the breed, and that's exactly what Audi is doing with its e-tron electric SUV, treating the car to major technology updates, more subtle styling changes and an all-new name, as part of a mid-life refresh. [Extracted from the article]

"An e-bike's motor takes the sweat and muscle sting out of uphill slopes" Mini test NEW PRODUCT MiRider GB3 Price: £2,495 Weight: 17.3kg Gears: Three Range: 45 miles Rating: Contact: mirider.co.uk WE love that MiRider has ignored the traditional e-bike layout by enclosing three gears in the rear hub, a design that is said to make the GB3 feel more balanced to ride. A folding electric model collapses down small enough to fit in the boot of your car, while the motor takes the sweat and muscle sting out of uphill slopes. NEWCOMER Estarli e16.7 Price: £1,295 Weight: 16kg Gears: Seven Range: 31 miles Rating: Contact: estarli.co.uk NEXT to its rivals here, the Brit-built Estarli looks great value, especially with the same power and seven gears. [Extracted from the article]

TEST FAVOURITE Carrera impel is-2 2.0 Price: £499.00 Available from: halfords.com Scooter weight: 19.5kg Power: 350W Range (claimed): 22 miles Rating: HALFORDS' Carrera impel has had a £50 price cut. ALTHOUGH the law around e-scooters isn't changing as fast as many people would like, the technology is still moving quickly. [Extracted from the article]

Gloucestershire Police was another force that stood out as having a lot of electric cars on its fleet - 83 of them, complemented by 59 chargers across 17 locations. The largest of these - the Metropolitan Police Service - told us it ran 99 electric vehicles, not including its fleet of BMW i3s, which feature range-extender petrol motors. THE market share of electric vehicles in the UK is rising and we wanted to see how this applies to the emergency services. [Extracted from the article]

"THE best electric van we've yet driven", we said when we climbed behind the wheel of the Ford e-Transit. We're already huge fans of the regular diesel Transit, but with the motor from a Mustang Mach-E, a 68kWh battery and a range of 196 miles, it sets new standards for the class. The van can carry almost a tonne of cargo, and there's a range of sizes and conversions. [Extracted from the article]

Both the Q6 e-tron SUV and the Sportback are being given the RS treatment, too. S and RS performance models will still offer a range of 300-plus miles PHOTO (COLOR): Q6 e-tron will feature slim headlights; Sportback's tailgate will be swoopier PHOTO (COLOR): AUDIRS Q6 E-TRON. SUV range set for expansion DESPITE the delay in Audi's Q6 e-tron SUV unveiling, the German brand is still readying two new versions for release in the form of a Q6 e-tron Sportback and a high-performance RS Q6 e-tron. [Extracted from the article]

AUTO EXPRESS remains a London-based publication, but like so many businesses, we've become used to not being in the office during the past 18 months. The e-C4's cabin was big enough for the four of us - helped by the fact that Henry and his school chum are both under the age of 10 - and the variable-height boot floor allowed me to create a platform for them both to enjoy an impromptu picnic, reassuringly clear of London cafe prices. As a result, our all-electric Citroen e-C4 hasn't had quite as many opportunities as usual to show its prowess as a commuter vehicle that can dash in and out of the centre of the capital, in a glorious zero-emissions fashion. [Extracted from the article]

NISSAN is continuing its electrification charge with an all-new X-Trail seven-seat SUV. The e-Power powertrain costs an extra £2,435, while e-Power e-4ORCE models cost an extra £2,200 on top of the regular e-Power car. [Extracted from the article]

WHAT better way to end a six-month spell with our SEAT Leon e-Hybrid than a week's staycation in sunny Suffolk? The space works okay for smaller families, but you can forget about holiday packing for four or more PHOTO (COLOR): Holiday harmony SEAT's tech was ideal for finding rural locations and exploring hidden Suffolk PHOTO (COLOR): On the road Leon is fun to drive and comfortable, even on longer journeys PHOTO (COLOR): WE LIKE There is far more space in this Leon's rear than in previous models. It gets easier over time and has some clever bits, but can be really frustrating on the move PHOTO (COLOR) PHOTO (COLOR) PHOTO (COLOR) PHOTO (COLOR). [Extracted from the article]

Speaking of which, the Q4 e-tron Sportback starts from £41,535 for the 35 Sport model, which is £1,500 more than the equivalent Q4 e-tron SUV. IT says a lot about the confidence that Audi has in its new all-electric Q4 e-tron that it has launched the Sportback version so soon after the SUV. You might expect rear-seat practicality to suffer, but Audi's designers have carved out the roof lining to ensure there's enough headroom. [Extracted from the article]

Here's an electric car that doesn't shout about its zero-emission tech - only the most eagle-eyed VW fans will notice the blue highlights and aerodynamic alloys that set it apart from the standard petrols and diesels. FINANCE OPTIONS THE e-Golf makes for a well priced EV, and it is even more affordable on PCP finance through BuyaCar.co.uk, with monthly payments of £290 based on a £2,000 deposit. [Extracted from the article]

New logo heralds Peugeot rethink PEUGEOT will rebrand itself as a more upmarket and aspirational car maker within the newStellantis group, and part of that will be this logo (above). DEVELOPMENT of a British-built homage to Ferrari's iconic 250 GTO sports car of the sixties has been confirmed. The brand's forthcoming 308 family hatch will be the first production-ready Peugeot to wear the new badge when it's revealed in the next few weeks. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Auto Express provides answers to three different queries related to car accessories. The first query asks for suggestions on a bike rack suitable for carrying electric cycles. The article recommends the Atera Genio Pro, which can carry up to 60kg and is compatible with tow bars. The second query asks about the need for winter or all-season tires for a Peugeot 2008 with Grip Control. The article suggests that all-season tires would be advantageous in poor weather conditions. The final query asks for recommendations on jump leads for winter emergencies. The article suggests using compact mini jump packs, specifically recommending the MSC Overland Waterproof Car Jumper. [Extracted from the article]

BIKE maker Canyon has revealed a small electric concept car, the Future Mobility Concept (above). £54k baby Aston is quite the Spectre THIS is the DB5 Junior, created by the Little Car Company, the firm behind the Bugatti Baby II miniature EV replica driven in issue 1,641. At 2/3rd scale of the original DB5, the Junior is suitable for adults and children, with a maximum range of 40 miles and a top speed of 30mph thanks to a 6.7bhp electric motor. [Extracted from the article]

BMW has revealed a new concept e-bike, the i Vision AMBY (above), which blurs the lines between pedal cycle and electric motorbike with a staggering 186 miles of electrical assistance from its massive 2,000Wh battery pack. Michelin plugs in at Caffeine & Machine MICHELIN has partnered with motoring hub Caffeine & Machine in Warwickshire to host a weekend for electric vehicles. Given that the e-bike is still in the concept phase, don't expect to see it in your local bike shop - or BMW dealership - any time soon. [Extracted from the article]

NIU KQi3 electric scooter Price: £599 (early bird £339) Contact: niu.com PRIVATELY owned electric scooters are still illegal on public roads, but that hasn't stopped makers bringing their models to the UK, and the latest is NIU with its KQi3. NIU says it spent a long time evaluating the scooter market before coming up with this KQi3 design, which aims to top rivals when it comes to stability and comfort. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on several folding bikes which include the M6L Black Edition from Brompton, the Transit from Carrera and the M3L from Brompton.

The article reviews several electric-vehicles including Jaguar I-Pace from Jaguar, Volkswagen Touareg from Volkswagen, and Hyundai Santa Fe from Hyundai.

IF you want to wear a slice of British motoring history on your wrist, a new watch is available with its face cut from a section of an Aston Martin DB5 bonnet. Get on your bike with limited-edition G3+ ELECTRIC folding bike maker Gocycle has launched a special edition that combines all the firm's latest tech. Big discount on car restoration videos CONTOUR Academy is holding a sale of its video courses, which cover all the techniques for vehicle body restoration that the firm has been teaching in person for more than two decades. [Extracted from the article]