High-profile taxi trial will see four battery-switching stations installed in the Bay Area
New report suggests electric vehicle manufacturers face several road blocks that stand in the way of mainstream success
German giants team up to drive development of electric car software, look for additional partners
Horrific crash sparks fresh concerns about vehicle's design
Campaigners say 90 per cent drop in 2009 could be due to recession and premium prices – but government subsidy could reverse decline
Ministry due to announce decade-long strategy to bolster electric vehicle production
Recall to affect 439 Tesla Roadsters after fire risk identified
European research project aims to use composite carbon fibre and polymer resin to create bodywork capable of powering an electric vehicle
Companies looking for businesses to take part in high-profile electric car pilot project
Canadian auto components giant boosts electric vehicle clout with fourth US site