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Natalie Middleton

Charging apps to send real-time power cut alerts

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

A new open data initiative that allows EV drivers to get information on EV chargers out of service due to a power outage has gone live in London, the South East and the East.

Shurgard Self-Storage to build ultra-fast charging stations in UK and Netherlands

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

Shurgard Self-Storage is to introduce ultra-rapid charging stations at its locations in the UK and the Netherlands under a new partnership.

Chancellor must end EV injustice and reintroduce consumer incentives, say businesses

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

A collaboration of businesses, led by FairCharge, Auto Trader and E.On, is calling on the Government to reduce VAT on public EV charging and revisit consumer incentives in this week’s Spring Budget.

Citroën has expanded the line-up for its C4, ë-C4, C4 X and ë-C4 X models

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

Citroën has expanded the line-up for its C4, ë-C4, C4 X and ë-C4 X models.

EV mileage catching up with petrol and diesel vehicles

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

Britain’s motorists are driving electric vehicles further as petrol and diesel average mileages fall, according to a new study by Cap HPI.

March issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World now out

3 weeks ago / 0 comments

The new issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now available to read, complete with a special article on fleet management.

Nurture Group continues fleet electrification with new Ford E-Transit vans

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Nurture Group is expanding its EV fleet with the arrival of 10 new Ford E-Transit vans for its Grounds Maintenance division.

UK’s competition watchdog responds to Rapid Charging Fund consultation

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

The UK’s competition regulator has published its response to the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles’ (OZEV) consultation on the Rapid Charging Fund (RCF), calling for changes.

Nissan ends Leaf production in Sunderland

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Nissan has pulled the plug on UK production of its current Leaf electric car at Sunderland, leaving a void before its successor arrives.

UK’s net zero goals in jeopardy without EV tax changes, Chancellor told

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

The UK automotive industry is urging the Chancellor to use next week’s Budget to make vital tax breaks to boost EV demand and drive net zero plans.

Electric vehicles lead the way in UK Car of the Year 2024 shortlist

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

The shortlist for the UK Car of the Year Awards 2024 has been revealed – and it’s dominated by electric vehicles.

Dynamon’s new financial planner function compares costs for ICE and electric vehicles

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Fleets can now calculate and compare the total cost of ownership for petrol, diesel and electric vehicles using Dynamon’s new Financial Planner feature.

EVA England partners with Octopus Electroverse

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

EVA England is partnering with Octopus Electroverse to dramatically improve the charging experience for its members.

FM Conway takes delivery of 12 electric vans with Herd Zero

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

FM Conway has increased its net zero commitment with a delivery of 12 new electric vans from Herd Group.

FleetEV wins major fleet deal with Welsh Government

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Cardiff-based FleetEV has secured a new contract to provide electric vehicles to the Welsh Government.

Mobile rapid DC charger to plug infrastructure gaps for fleets

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

An all-in-one battery energy storage device and rapid EV charging station has launched for fleets to plug in the gaps in the fixed charger infrastructure.

Ultra-rapid charging hub opens at Gateway Centre in Oldham

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

A new ultra-rapid charging hub said to be one of the largest in Greater Manchester has opened at the Gateway Centre retail park in Oldham.

Volkswagen Group signs EV battery recycling deal with Ecobat

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Volkswagen Group UK is partnering with battery recycling specialist Ecobat on a recycling initiative for its used EVs.

Ineos reveals Fusilier 4×4 with all-electric and range-extender choices

4 weeks ago / 0 comments

Ineos Automotive has revealed its Fusilier offroader, ahead of its arrival in both fully electric guise and as a range-extender.

Tata confirms plans to open Britain’s biggest battery factory in Somerset

1 month ago / 0 comments

JLR owner Tata Group has confirmed that its Agratas global battery business will build an EV battery gigafactory near Bridgwater, Somerset.