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Jaguar to provide Oslo with world-first wireless-charging taxi fleet
The City of Oslo and Jaguar Land Rover have made an agreement for the car maker to suply the city with a fleet of wirelessly charged I-Pace electric car taxis, to pioneer the technology … Read More »
New Mokka ushers in new-look for Vauxhall and 201 mile electric car
Vauxhall has revealed the new Mokka, complete with electric option offering a 201 mile range, a new design showcasing the future direction for Vauxhall and the latest infotainment and safety technology.
Volvo Cars and Plugsurfing offer Europe-wide charging service
Drivers of fully electric Volvo Recharge models in Europe will soon have access to more than 200,000 charging points following a partnership with Plugsurfing.
New Volkswagen Arteon introduces Shooting Brake and plug-in options
The new Volkswagen Arteon ushers in a new era for the sleek business car, with new styling, a digital interior, connected car features and the choice of both a new Shooting Brake (estate) model … Read More »
Jaguar I-Pace updated with new three-phase charging
Jaguar has updated the I-Pace electric car with three-phase 11kW charging support as standard and a new infotainment system.
Scrappage scheme would encourage half of drivers to go electric, survey finds
Over 50% of drivers said they would be more likely to buy a new or used electric vehicle in the next year if the Government introduced a scrappage scheme for petrol and diesel cars, … Read More »
Long term strategy needed to meet government zero emission ambitions, says Ford
Echoing calls made earlier today by the SMMT, Ford of Britain’s chairman, Graham Hoare, called for government to provide a joined-up, clear and consistent long-term strategy to meet the 2030s time-frame for zero emission … Read More »
Cost-effective electric car rental fleet sees demand increase
Contactless electric car rental service, UFODRIVE, says increased demand for its electric cars isn’t just down to public transport avoidance, but also as a result of cost savings to be had by businesses looking … Read More »
New retail partnership opens up EV charging to millions
Engenie to install rapid EV charging at ten retail sites across the UK, bringing rapid charging to millions of shoppers at Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Argos, Next, Aldi, and M&S.
FCA launches new European charging service for its electrified models
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Digital Charging Solutions GmbH (DCS) have collaborated to develop a public charging service for drivers of Jeep Renegade and Compass 4xe, the New Fiat 500 electric car and all … Read More »
Sofico spearheads MaaS app development with BattMobility
A partnership between Sofico and BattMobility has resulted in a new mobility app for BattMobility customers to select, book and drive one of the company’s electric cars, bikes or scooters.
Leeds City Council increases electric fleet with 122 Renault Kangoo Z.E.33
Leeds City Council is introducing a new free EV Trials Scheme with 20 Renault Kangoo Z.E.33 compact electric vans, following the delivery of 122 as part of its wider zero emissions ambitions.
Swarco and the AA partner to support EV Drivers
Swarco eVolt has partnered with the AA to provide assistance to users of its electric vehicle charging network.
EV use boosted by £4.1M deal for new on-street charging solution
A £4.1m deal has been announced to fund Trojan Energy’s on-street charging product, which the company says will further electric vehicle adoption for everyone.
Vauxhall Vivaro-e Life combines multi-passenger focus with electric power
Complementing the Citroën ë-SpaceTourer and Peugeot e-Traveller, the new Vivaro-e Life offers multi-person carrying with a 143-mile electric range.
225 model offers more economy to DS 7 Crossback plug-in range
Fledgling French premium brand DS has introduced a second more economical and lower-power plug-in hybrid option to the DS 7 Crossback range; the DS 7 Crossback E-TENSE 225.
The Algorithm People partners with Elmtronics to bring EV savings for fleets
The Algorithm People and Elmtronics have partnered to offer fleets an end-to-end solution; from fleet analysis and electrification through to infrastructure and optimisation.
New Citroën C4 introduces ë-C4 electric option
Citroën has revealed first images of its new C4 and battery-electric ë-C4 hatchbacks, offering customers a choice of petrol, diesel or electric power.
Green flash number plates given the green light
Following a consultation started last year, the government has given the go-ahead for number plates to adopt a green flash to denote the environmental impact of an electric vehicle.
Bosch launches major pan-European recharging network
Bosch has developed one of the biggest pan-European recharging networks, which drivers can access from one central app platform, spanning 150,000 charge spots in 16 European countries, including 4,770 charge points in the UK.
