Old BMW and MINI EV batteries will have a second life being used in systems with a capacity of up to 180kWh

The new Concept i4 offers a range of up to 372 miles on a single charge

They will be installed at BMW production plants, development centres and office locations, with half of the chargers available for use to the public

IONITY has so far achieved a network of nearly 140 renewable energy-powered charging stations in 14 European countries

Investors include BMW, Hyundai and the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance

It has a 135kW motor, with a maximum range of up to 144 miles per charge

A 50/50 joint venture will see the companies build a 16GWh battery gigafactory in Germany

The Commission believes the car manufacturers’ behaviour restricted competition on innovation for two types of emissions cleaning systems

The Brandweer Midden- en West-Brabant fire service said putting it out it the ‘normal’ way was difficult

The German car giants will work together on developing driverless vehicles, ride-hailing and pay-per-use services