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Volvo makes breakthrough in battery tech

Volvo has developed a new way of ‘storing’ energy for its future electric vehicles. The Swedish firm is exploring the concept of lightweight structural energy storage components made from carbonfibre, containing “nano structured batteries and super capacitors.” This technology is said to offer a lighter, more compact solution to the problem of energy storage, potentially removing the need for the heavy, bulky batteries used in current electric vehicles. On Bing: see pictures of the Volvo S80 Find out how much a used Volvo S80 costs on Auto Trader The investigation into the new technology is part of an EU-funded research project, undertaken by Volvo – the only major car manufacturer involved – and nine other organisations.

Councils urged to shun yellow lines

COUNCILS are being asked to cut unsightly yellow lines as part of a Government drive to rid the streets of clutter. Local Transport Minister Norman Baker has urged local authorities to think about using restricted parking zones, instead of automatically opting to use yellow lines to control parking, particularly in single streets and environmentally-sensitive areas in towns and cities. Restricted parking zones require a limited number of signs which tell motorists if they can or can not park and during which times and are considered less intrusive than conventional yellow lines.

Win a race, win a 2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Ultimate

Want to put your track skills to the test and receive more than just the notoriety of the quickest lap time? The opportunity to win more than pride is here: Hyundai Motor America is teaming up with the Skip Barber Racing School to create the 2014 Hyundai Time Attack Challenge, and there's a 2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Ultimate on the line. The challenge allows students who attend a performance driving program at a Skip Barber Racing School location the opportunity to compete for the quickest lap time.