The system can send a text message to a driver when the car is charged and ready to drive.

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If it turns out there is enough demand for the car, it could be ready for production in a couple of years, Mr Muller-Otvos says.

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The lights are dimmed and the guitar is whining as the automotive world gets ready to witness one of the year's most anticipated car launches, on the sidelines of the Detroit motor show.

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Car and coach parks have been laid out and the visitor centre's roof is ready to be installed, the charity said.

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And even with the new charging point network, you will end up spending hours at service stations waiting until your car is ready to go.

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