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The Global Safety Regulation II (GSR II) is a set of regulations designed to improve road safety for all, including pedestrians and cyclists. As part of these changes, certain safety equipment becomes mandatory as of July 2024. The entire Dacia range will be compliant with the GSR II, with orders for the Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Jogger, and Logan models scheduled to open in April 2024. 2024 models feature product upgrades that make vehicles GSR II compliant. Sandero's Journey trim mirrors Stepway's Extreme trim, with a shark antenna, Randia diamond-finish alloy wheels, door sills, floor mats, and a host of equipment as standard. New two-tone Atara Flexwheels on Sandero and Logan, two-tone Dark Atara Flexwheels on Stepway and Jogger, and new Randia and Randia Dark diamond alloy wheels on certain models make their debut. New shades include Safari Beige for the Sandero Stepway, Shale Grey for Jogger, and Cedar Green for the Extreme trim. The Jogger HYBRID 140 features a 7-inch ...

Peugeot Opens Orders for New 2008 with Hybrid and Electric Options

Peugeot has begun taking orders for the new 2008, offering both hybrid and electric powertrain options. Deliveries are expected to commence in March. Hybrid Option: Powertrain: HYBRID 136 e-DSC6 combines a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a 21kW electric motor and a 0.9kWh 48V Lithium-ion battery. Benefits: Up to 1km of electric-only range for urban driving Improved fuel economy CO2 reduction of up to 26g/km compared to the previous PureTech 130 EAT8 engine Competitive finance offers include 0% APR over four years, no minimum deposit, and £4,000 support via the PEUGEOT Switch Grant. Electric Option: Powertrain: 100kW electric motor with a 50kWh battery. Benefits: 214 miles (WLTP) range for longer journeys Zero-emission driving Additional Options: The existing PureTech 100 petrol powertrain remains available on Allure trim models. This launch provides consumers with a wider range of choices when considering the new Peugeot 2008, catering to diverse needs and preferen...

Electric Vehicles Top 2024 GreenerCars Rankings as Prices Drop

Electric vehicles dominate the top spots in the latest American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) GreenerCars rankings, showcasing their increasing environmental friendliness and affordability. Electric Dominates Top Rankings: All six top-scoring cars for 2024 are electric, with a mix of four fully electric vehicles (EVs) and two plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Leading the pack is the Toyota Prius Prime, followed by the Lexus RZ 300e, Mini Cooper SE, Nissan Leaf, Toyota bZ4X, and Toyota RAV4 Prime. Green Options Becoming More Affordable: The good news extends beyond just the dominance of electric vehicles. The Greenest List also features three EVs and three gasoline hybrid cars from Hyundai, Toyota, and Kia, demonstrating a wider range of environmentally friendly options. Notably, over half the cars on this list have starting prices under $35,000, reflecting an 18% decrease from 2023. This drop is attributed to factors like increased competition among auto...