Natalie Middleton
BP Pulse home chargers score BSI Kitemark in industry-first
BP Pulse has become the first EV charging provider to achieve certification to the BSI Electric Vehicle Charging Kitemark.
Earth Day 2022: ZipCharge debuts GoHub portable unit for shared public EV charging
ZipCharge has revealed its new GoHub portable EV charging infrastructure for shared, public use – said to mark a world-first.
Earth Day 2022: Europcar slashes delivery service emissions with e-bike initiative
Europcar Mobility Group UK is using electric bikes across its network to enhance efficiency and reduce carbon emissions for its delivery and collection service.
Earth Day 2022: Overcoming charging barriers key to EV revolution, says UFOdrive
Better charge point software and accessibility are the keys to an electric future, rather than increased vehicle driving range.
Earth Day 2022: Unum introduces EV salary sacrifice scheme
Leading employee benefits provider Unum UK has introduced an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for its 800+ permanent UK employees.
All-new BMW 7 Series debuts in EV and PHEV forms
BMW has revealed its all-new 7 Series, introducing a radical new design and including a new i7 fully electric version.
UK’s public EV charging network up 7% in Q1 2022
The UK’s public electric vehicle charging infrastructure increased 7% during the first quarter of 2022, although much more work is needed to meet targets for 2030.
Churchill Expert partners with Char.gy for EV fleet insurance
Churchill Expert, Direct Line Group’s fleet insurance specialist, is providing motor fleet insurance for the EV fleet at Char.gy, supporting its work to drive EV uptake across the UK.
New DriveElectric website to clear up confusion on EV leasing
A new website providing clearer information about the leasing of electric vehicles has launched from DriveElectric to help address confusion among drivers.
Gridserve opens new Electric Forecourt in Norwich
A new Electric Forecourt said to be one of the most advanced EV charging facilities in the world has been opened by Gridserve in Norwich.
Plug-ins account for nearly half of orders on BVRLA leasing fleet
Plug-in vehicles took 45% of new car orders on the BVRLA leasing fleet in Q4 2021, hitting a new high and showing the importance of the fleet leasing sector in the path to net … Read More »
Lexus springboards EV plans with world premiere of RZ 450e SUV
Lexus has debuted its RZ 450e electric SUV, springboarding the brand’s push into fully electric cars with its first bespoke EV.
Government to continue funding for car dealer EV accreditation scheme
The Government is to continue supporting the NFDA’s Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation scheme for dealers until the end of the current financial year.
EV drivers increasingly turning to ultra-rapid chargers
Electric vehicle drivers are increasingly turning to ultra-rapid charging devices and charging hubs as the roll-out in the UK continues.
Kia reveals pricing and specifications for new Niro
The second-generation Kia Niro is now available to pre-order, available with hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric powertrains and priced from £27,745.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV brings seven seats and up to 410 miles of range
Mercedes has revealed its EQS SUV, packing in space for up to seven passengers along with a range of up to 410 miles.
GeniePoint charging network now takes Zap-Pay
GeniePoint now accepts the Zap-Pay EV charging payment service provided by Zap-Map across its national EV charging network, simplifying use by drivers.
Only a quarter of councils have EV transition plan
Only a quarter of local authorities in the UK have published EV transition strategies, despite being encouraged to do so by the UK Government and the Local Government Association (LGA).
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
A trip to the tip puts the Mokka-e’s practicality to the test. By Natalie Middleton.
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX demonstrates 620-mile range in first road trip
Mercedes has put its EQXX concept to the test in an augural road trip that saw the electric saloon travel more than 1,000km (620 miles) in everyday traffic, on a single battery charge.
