Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, Lexus, UK, Rakxe, Zoyote.
Green Korea: Kia and Hyundai announced a total of 22 “green cars” by 2020. The number of available hybrids will increase from four to 12, including six PHEVs. Also in the pipeline are two all-electric cars to replace the current Ray and Soul EV, as well as two FCVs to take over for the Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell.
yonhapnews.co.kr, globalpost.com
Toyota FCV kicks off next week: On November 18th, the carmaker will hold a media briefing in Tokyo concerning its fuel cell sedan. electrive.com has learned that this will actually mark the official market launch of the FC model in Japan.
newsroom.toyota.co.jp
Drop-top Lexus: With a teaser image, Lexus takes the lid off its convertible LF-C2 concept, which it will officially present at the LA Auto Show later this month. It could be another version of Lexus’ RC coupé and The Telegraph expects it to feature a hybrid drivetrain. Official details have not yet been released.
telegraph.co.uk
Faster e-bikes for the UK: The Department for Transport considers increasing the legal power limit for pedelecs from 200 to 250 watts, putting regulation in line with EU-wide standards. Moreover, the speed cut-off for power assist could be raised to 15.5 mph (25 kph). High-speed bikes are out of the question.
road.cc, bikebiz.com
Electric bikes and scooters from China: The new line of electric scooters by Chinese company Rakxe feature a 1,000 watt motor. The speed limit is set to 45 kph, while the range is estimated at 65 km. The e-bikes feature a Li-ion battery, have top speeds of 35 kph and also a 65 km range.
prweb.com, rakxe.com
More EVs from China: Automobile manufacturer Zoyote is working on two all-electric models. The two- and four-door versions will be called E01 and E02. More details about the cars or a timetable have not been released.
carnewschina.com
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