VOLKSWAGEN is joining forces with car-sharing network Zipcar to launch the ultra-low emission Golf GTE plug-in hybrid in London.

With 40 cars located in the Borough of Westminster and a further 10 throughout the capital, Zipwagen is a partnership which will see a total of 50 Volkswagen Golf GTE models, with dedicated charging stations, made available to Zipcar members.

The partnership allows members of the car club access to the GTE, powered by a combination of petrol engine and electric motor, for as little as £7 per hour.

When fully charged in all-electric mode, the model has an electric range of up to 31 miles and when electric and petrol combine, the total range is 580 miles.