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Natalie Middleton

More than one in 10 UK supermarkets now offer EV charging  

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Supermarkets across the UK added electric vehicle chargers to over 600 new locations in 2023, meaning EV drivers can now charge up at more than one in 10 stores.

BMW previews electric SUVs of the future with Vision Neue Klasse X

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BMW has lifted the lid on its next-generation electric SUVs with the unveiling of a new concept.

Isuzu to launch electric D-Max pickup with one-tonne payload and AWD

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Isuzu has revealed its plans for a fully electric D-Max pickup, intended to offer uncompromised performance with electric technology.

Volkswagen Group UK extends charging collaboration with Ohme

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The Volkswagen Group is continuing its partnership with Ohme as its official home EV charging company in the UK.

Plug Me In appoints managing director to drive expansion

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Plug Me In has appointed Kim Ratcliffe to its newly created managing director role, supporting plans for expansion in the smart energy infrastructure sector.

Venson white paper gives fleets bare facts on Chinese EV challengers

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Venson Automotive Solutions has launched a new white paper to offer fleet managers the bare facts on Chinese battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

Allstar Chargepass customers get access to Tesla Supercharger network

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Fleet drivers using the Allstar Chargepass payment solution can now access Tesla Superchargers across the UK.

National Grid goes live with 1,000th onsite charger to support EV fleet rollout

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National Grid has installed the 1,000th electric vehicle charger on its premises to support its commitment to having a 100% electric fleet by 2030.

Peugeot E-5008 packs in seven seats and 410-mile range

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Peugeot has unveiled its E-5008 large SUV, complete with seven seats and up to 410 miles (660km) of range.

New Ovo app offers discounted rates at over 34,000 UK public chargers

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Energy firm Ovo has launched a new app to provide EV drivers with discounted charging rates across the UK.

North East to get 2,100 EV chargers under new partnership

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EV charging infrastructure in the North East is set to double under a new partnership between South Tyneside Council and Connected Kerb.

Fleet managers accelerate full electrification despite ICE ban delay

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Fleet managers are planning to reach full electrification earlier in spite of the ICE ban delay to 2035.

New MG3 on sale with full hybrid tech and £18,495 price tag

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The all-new MG3 has arrived in the UK, set to shake up the fleet sector with its full hybrid technology and £18,495 entry pricing.

Wales & West Utilities racks up record distances in First Hydrogen van

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First Hydrogen’s hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle has achieved its highest-ever mileage under trials run with Wales & West Utilities (WWU).

Addison Lee drivers get cheaper EV charging with Octopus Electroverse

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Addison Lee has joined forces with Octopus Energy to offer cheaper EV charging to its drivers.

Longer-range Citroën ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer MPVs on sale

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Citroën’s latest ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer electric MPVs are on sale now, complete with a new look and extra range.

Audi enters new EV era with Q6 e-tron arrival

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Audi has opened a new chapter in its EV development with the reveal of the Q6 e-tron SUV, which will deliver up to 517hp of power and 381 miles of range.

Connected Energy expands after contract wins

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A global specialist in second-life battery energy storage systems is expanding its team in response to new project wins.

Goupil electric vans prove increasingly popular with schools

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The Goupil utility vehicle range, which is exclusively supplied by Bradshaw Electric Vehicles in the UK, continues to become a hit with independent schools.

Government rolls out LEVI charge point funding to 44 more councils across England

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A further 44 councils across England are to benefit from government funding to boost charge point rollout under the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund.