Natalie Middleton
Peugeot cuts entry price for e-Rifter to qualify for Plug-in Car Grant
Peugeot has cut pricing for its all-electric e-Rifter MPV, with the entry-level Allure Premium model now eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant.
UK’s ultra-rapid charge points grew 11% in Q1 2022, reports Zap-Map
The number of ultra-rapid charge points in the UK grew 11% in the first three months of 2022 to 1,434, new data from Zap-Map reveals.
InstaVolt launches largest EV hub yet
Charge point operator InstaVolt has launched one of the UK’s largest EV charging hubs, located at Stroud Park, Banbury and providing 16 rapid chargers.
EZ-Charge to ramp up charger production on back of fast-rising local authority demand
British electric car charging specialist EZ-Charge is preparing to ramp up production of its self-developed 22kWh charging unit following the announcement of the Government’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy.
Vauxhall revamps grade line-up for electric Corsa-e and Mokka-e
Vauxhall has simplified the Corsa-e and Mokka-e model line-ups as part of a range of revisions to the wider model ranges.
Targa Telematics scoops Ecovadis Silver medal for ESG performance
Targa Telematics has been awarded the Ecovadis Silver medal for its achievements in corporate social responsibility, rewarding its efforts in the sustainability field.
GM and Honda to codevelop affordable EVs
GM and Honda have announced plans to codevelop a series of affordable electric vehicles, based on a new global architecture and using new battery technology.
eLCV registrations up 17.7% in March
Registrations of electric vans saw further growth in March as businesses renewing their fleets look to meet tighter air quality regulations in urban areas.
More fully electric cars registered in March 2022 than whole of 2019
Growth in battery electric vehicle (BEVs) take-up continues to hit new records, despite the overall new car market hitting its lowest level since 1998.
AFP’s first annual conference to tackle fleet charging solutions and eLCV operations
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has revealed the speaker line-up for its first-ever annual conference, which will address key operational issues with EV charging and deployment.
Maxus to reveal two new electric vehicles for UK at CV Show
Maxus is to showcase two new electric vehicles for the UK market at the CV Show from 24 to 26 May, as it also continues its £30m EV conquest programme.
£25m APC funding for late-stage automotive R&D projects to help drive net zero
The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) is investing up to £25m in UK-based, late-stage, collaborative research and development of automotive technology and processes.
Polestar to supply Hertz with 65,000 electric vehicles
Polestar is to provide rental giant Hertz with up to 65,000 electric vehicles over five years for both its retail and rideshare fleets.
Limiting climate change will require revolutionary changes in transport, says IPCC report
Meeting climate mitigation goals will require transformative changes in transport, including electrification along with systemic changes that lead to reductions in demand for transport.
Councils urged to incentivise transition to EVs in shared transport
Local authorities are being urged to incentivise the transition to electric vehicles by offering reduced permit fees for electric car club vehicles and open access charging networks for car club and bike share operators.
Kia details electric and PHEV powertrains for new Niro
Kia has revealed details of the electric and plug-in hybrid versions of its second-generation Niro, ahead of orders opening later this month.
Cupra Born electric hot hatch gains higher-power e-Boost versions
Cupra has expanded the line-up for its Born electric hatchback with new ‘e-Boost’ higher-power derivatives.
Toyota bZ4X electric SUV to boast driving range of up to 317 miles
Toyota has confirmed its bZ4X electric SUV will have up to 317 miles when it imminently launches in the UK and across Europe.
Moto boosts motorway ultra-rapid charging network with 24 new 350kW chargers
Moto is adding 24 ultra-rapid charging points to its UK network in partnership with Gridserve.
Mina recommends right charging hardware for fleets with new certification scheme
EV charging payment specialist Mina has launched a ‘Fleet Approved’ hardware certification scheme to highlight charge points which perform well in a fleet setting.
