Zoe 'family' EV doesn't have to pay the capital's Congestion Charge
http://www.london24.com/city-motoring/10_things_you_need_to_know_about_the_renault_zoe_1_3687125 10 things you need to know about the Renault Zoe 16 July 2014 [image http://www.london24.com/polopoly_fs/1.3687124.1405513697!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_630/image.jpg ] The Renault ZOE is as clever as it is simple to use. Here’s 10 things you need to know about the smartest simple electric vehicle out there. 1) Designed to work in harmony with your smartphone, the Renault ZOE lets you make phone calls, listen to music, view photos and even watch videos when it’s safe in its dash-mounted touchscreen. You can even use the screen to look at your emails o ruse apps, which you can also buy from the R-Link Store. On top of this, the screen lets you see how much battery range is available. 2) The Renault ZOE is the first electric vehicle to use Chameleon Charger technology that allows it to be charged from standard, accelerated or rapid charging points all using the same plug-in socket. The lithium-ion battery is easy to charge and is 100% recyclable to add to its already impressive ability to power the ZOE with zero emissions, no smell and in almost complete silence. 3) The Renault ZOE may use a battery for its power, but you don’t have to worry about it no matter how much you use the car or for how long you own it. Every ZOE comes with 24/7 roadside assistance, even in the unlikely event of running out of charge. Renault also guarantees the battery will retain at least 75% of its original charge capacity or they will repair or replace it 4) You can easily maximise your driving range in a Renault ZOE with three easy to use steps. The first is pre-conditioning, which allows to you set the interior temperature to your exact preference while the car is still charging. This saves on battery use for driving and it can be down from your smartphone or computer, so you don’t even have to leave the house. The second step is an Eco button eases the strain on the battery from the air conditioning and heating to extend battery range. For the third step, the ZOE will offer the driver advice on how best to drive to make the most of the battery energy available. 5) There are three generously equipped trim levels offered with the Renault ZOE, comprising Expression, Dynamique Zen and Dynamique Intens. All come with TomTom navigation so you always know where the nearest charging point is, a charging cable and integrated Econometer battery gauge. Every ZOE also comes with climate control air conditioning, cruise control, ESP, Hill-start assist, six airbags and the Z.E Voice low-speed pedestrian warning. 6) Every retail customer who buys a Renault ZOE qualifies for a free Wall-box fitted at their home, just so long as they have off-street parking. This means you can completely recharge your ZOE to 100% battery capacity in three to four hours. It comes with Z.E Ready certification, which means the Wall-box is guaranteed to fit perfectly to your car, while in-built data technology lets you keep track of your carbon savings via simple smartphone apps. 7) It may be one of the most sophisticated and intelligent electric vehicles in the world, but the Renault ZOE has not forgotten how to be a great family car. It has plenty of space in the front and back seats for adults and kids, as well as a large boot that is easily extended by folding down the rear seats. You can further add to the comfort of the ZOE with the optional Luxe pack. 8) To make sure you get the best from your ZOE’s battery power, Renault has designed a lease scheme for the battery. This means you never have to worry about repairing or replacing the battery and it also means you can design a monthly battery hire payment tailored to your lifestyle. You tell Renault how many miles you drive and for how long you want to own your ZOE and they’ll do the rest to come up with a personalised plan. 9) Unlike most other electric vehicles, the ZOE was designed from the ground up as a bespoke battery-powered car. This means the cabin is not compromised by the shape and design of the battery, while the ZOE’s drives just as you would expect a compact supermini from Renault. This means the ZOE steers and handles nimbly while offering a supple, cosseting drive on bumpy roads. 10) The Renault ZOE doesn’t just rely on being charged up when it’s connected to a plug-in socket. It can recharge its battery while on the move thanks to regenerative braking, so every time the driver takes a foot off the accelerator or applies the brakes, energy that would otherwise be wasted is recouped and turned back into electricity to top up the battery and help you drive further for less. [© london24.com] http://www.london24.com/city-motoring/renault_zoe_challenge_meet_our_commuters_1_3687080 Renault Zoe Challenge: Meet our commuters 16 July 2014 [images http://www.london24.com/polopoly_fs/1.3687077.1405511522!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_630/image.jpg Jessie with Evie, eight, Louis, six, and Olive, seven months http://www.london24.com/polopoly_fs/1.3687078!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_490/image.jpg Jessie and Olive on the back seats http://www.london24.com/polopoly_fs/1.3687079!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_490/image.jpg Charging up in London, it's easier than you think. ] Imagine commuting into London where you don’t have to pay sky-high public transport costs or drive a car that puffs out harmful emissions. Then think about driving a car where you don't have to pay the capital's Congestion Charge and you can even park for free while you top up with energy. Just a dream? Not for four commuters who have discovered the Renault ZOE. They have found the Renault ZOE is a new breed of EV (electric vehicle) that does not demand a fortune to own or run. It’s also the perfect compact size for the city’s streets while offering a spacious and chic cabin that’s ideal for families. ZOE is the ideal commuter companion, no matter what type of route you take into the city. Thanks to the ZOE’s range of up to 120-miles and quick charging options, it more than rivals traditional superminis on the typical British commute of 16.4 miles. In London, the average commute is 7.5 miles, which is almost exactly the distance Emma Critchley travels each day from her home in Stratford, East London to her office in St Pancras. Emma has the option of using the train or cycling, but she is considering buying a new car to commute to save money and giver her more freedom about the times she can travel. Emma As a young woman in London, Emma is often out with friends after work, so safety is another key consideration for her. Commuting by car will give Emma this security and choice, and a Renault ZOE is high on her list of favourites. Like many Londoners, Emma lives in a flat, so charging an electric car at home is not an option. However, this does not mean the end of the EV road for Emma as there are plenty of charging points close to Emma’s home as part of the Source London scheme to provide a city-wide charging network. This also means there are parking spaces close to Emma’s office where she can park and charge for free. Jessie The second commuter taking up the Renault ZOE challenge also has to carry children regularly. Jessie Watling is a mum of three who lives in Enfield, North London and needs a car for the nursery and school runs, so practicality, ease of use and safety are high on Jessie’s list of priorities for her next car. However, the car will also be used for longer drives into central London occasionally by Jessie’s husband. It will also be called on for trips to Colchester, where Jessie’s parents live, which means the ZOE will need to prove its worth as an all-round family car for Jessie. Fortunately, Jessie can charge the ZOE on the driveway of her home, so it should set off on every jouney with a fully charged battery. Eddie The third commuter to take up the Renault ZOE challenge to see if an EV can help them slash their travelling costs is Eddie Dewson. He may have retired from being an accountant in the oil industry, but this doesn’t mean Eddie is sitting back with his feet up. As very active grandparents, Eddie and his wife Marie travel into central London several times each week to help look after their grandchildren. Driving in from his home in Reigate, Surrey, Eddie has to negotiate some of the most congested parts of London along his 26-mile journey, as well as paying the Congestion Charge every time he heads into the city. While looking at frugal small cars to use for this regular trip, Eddie discovered the Renault ZOE and thought it could offer the best solution as he needs a car that has low running costs yet has space for the grandkids and is very safe. With a best in class Euro NCAP safety score, the ZOE delivers on every front for Eddie. Campbell Our fourth commuter doesn’t have the option of charging points conveniently close to his workplace, so Campbell Macfarlane will be relying on the ZOE’s generous battery range. Living in Cobham, Surrey, Campbell has the sort of daily journey many commuters make into his London Bridge office. Campbell sometimes uses the train to travel to work, but the ever increasing costs of a rail season ticket and long hours in the office mean a small car is an excellent solution for his 25-mile commute. As Campbell has a driveway at his home, he can take advantage of a free wall-box charger to provide dedicated charging for a ZOE. It also means Campbell can recharge a ZOE in three to four hours overnight, taking advantage of cheaper rate electricity and warm or cool the car to his ideal temperature while it’s still on charge. Now we’ve met our four Renault commuter challengers, we’ll find out how they get on with the clever, compact and cost-effective ZOE. 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