Published 2009-08-28 04:08:48
This week Mini is launching a search to find 20 British motorists to drive an all-electric Mini for six months. As of Tuesday, September 1, drivers can apply online to take part in the UK trial, allowing them to lease a Mini E for £330 a month (it was to be £550 a month but, because the government is part-funding the trial, Mini has been able to considerably reduce the fee). To apply, you’ll need to have a garage, car port or private driveway and live within the trial zone, which is confined to an area west of London (roughly south of the M40, east of the A34 and north of the M3). If you’re chosen to take part, you’ll have a special charging socket installed in your home and researchers will monitor how the car performs and how you use it.
Source: http://www.timesonline.co.uk
(Driving News from Times Online)