Looks like the London 2012 Olympic Games, while requiring a lot of new construction, could turn out to be quite helpful for the City’s green ranking. Preparation for weary travelers and an influx of spa-goers and afternoon tea-takers are some of our biggest concerns, but the Capital itself will soon be impressing visitors with its eco-friendliness. One of the latest items on the list to showcase is an expanded fleet of Mercedes eVitos. GreenCarCongress reports that the electric cars release no emissions and are “also expected to be fully compliant with the Mayor of London’s proposed new clean air standards for London taxis, due to be introduced in time for the London Olympics.”
Robert L. Kanode, President & CEO, Valence Technology was quoted as saying, “This is a real game-changer for fleet vehicles. Valence has been transporting Londoners for over 4 years in double deck hybrid buses. The eVito Taxi is a logical next step for the city, and Valence is ready to immediately fulfill Mercedes’ high volume energy storage needs with our proven, safe lithium phosphate technology.”
Photo courtesy VitoCabs.co.uk
Although the fleet is not expected to hit London streets for another year or more, you can already find the gas-powered Vito transporting Londoners and our many tourists. We’re just not sure we’re ready to give up those beloved black cabs that are so ubiquitous around here.
