Natalie Middleton
Waypoint Asset Management teams with InstaVolt to install rapid chargers at UK sites
Property manager Waypoint Asset Management has signed up InstaVolt to install rapid chargers at locations across the UK.
Servicesure Autocentres partners with Recharge Rescue to support EV drivers
National garage programme Servicesure Autocentres has teamed up with Recharge Rescue; an insured product specifically designed for EV drivers providing 24/7 emergency roadside charging.
Home electric vehicle charging costs to drop
The forthcoming electricity price reductions will ensure home EV charging costs drop but drivers can easily lower them more, according to Ohme.
Almost one in four car models available in fully electric form
The choice and driving range of electric vehicle models has significantly expanded in recent years, delivering “an electric car choice for every need”.
JLR owner poised to pick UK for electric car battery plant, say reports
JLR parent company Tata is set to choose the UK as the location for its electric car battery plant in Europe, the BBC has reported.
Monta and Egg team up for unified commercial charging solution
Charging solutions provider Egg has partnered with EV charging platform Monta to offer a simple and easy-to-manage commercial charging solution in the UK.
LEVC introduces upgraded battery for VN5 van and TX taxi
London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) has announced a battery upgrade for new TX taxis and VN5 vans, lowering CO2 and improving range.
Osprey opens largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub in South West
Osprey Charging has opened a major new ultra-rapid EV charging hub in the South West, said to be the largest in the region.
UK’s largest fleets call for ‘ambitious and simple’ ZEV mandate to drive EV uptake
Major UK fleets including BT Group, LeasePlan, Openreach and Royal Mail have called on the Government to set clear, ambitious sales targets for zero-emission vehicles in the upcoming ZEV mandate.
BMW reveals new 5 Series and first-ever fully electric i5
BMW has taken the wraps off the eighth-generation 5 Series saloon and the fully electric i5, available to order now ahead of first deliveries in October.
Vauxhall Corsa gains longer-range electric powertrain in major update
Vauxhall has given its Corsa supermini a major makeover, delivering a bold new look and an additional electric powertrain.
Transport Scotland hits back at reports of ChargePlace Scotland break up
Transport Scotland has responded to reports that ChargePlace Scotland (CPS) will be broken up, refuting suggestions that the charging network will be discontinued in the summer.
Octopus Electroverse launches EV charging solution for fleets
Octopus Energy’s Electroverse charging network has launched an EV charging solution for businesses.
Allstar bolsters fleet charging network with Fuuse deal
Allstar has expanded its electric vehicle charging network further in a new tie-up with the Fuuse flexible charge point management system.
National Highways plans for 2,500 rapid charge points by 2030
National Highways has published proposals for the future of England’s motorways and major A-roads, including plans to support a major rollout of rapid charge points.
Arnold Clark offers free home charger and installation for used EVs
Arnold Clark has launched a new campaign to help drivers thinking of going electric.
Fuso starts production of next-generation eCanter electric truck
Daimler Truck subsidiary Fuso has announced the start of production of its new eCanter electric light truck.
Fleet uses old EV batteries to charge new EVs
Former fleet EV batteries are being used to power new electric vans in a project in the North East.
Range-topping Clio E-Tech Engineered hybrid now available on Renault subscription
Renault has added the Clio E-Tech Engineered to its subscription service, providing drivers with all-inclusive access to the full hybrid supermini.
Munro debuts fully electric pickup with ‘prodigious off-road ability’
Scottish startup Munro has revealed its new Mk_1 Pick-Up, aimed at fleets seeking “prodigious off-road ability and exceptional practicality with zero tailpipe emissions”.
