Natalie Middleton
Kerbside charging marks ‘world first’ for EVs
New public kerbside charging and connectivity technology has been demonstrated in London today to show how the Government’s electric vehicle ambitions could be turned into reality.
Centrica accelerates EV plans with dedicated Mobility Ventures team
Centrica is pushing ahead with far-reaching electric vehicle charging solutions plans with the creation of a new team that will work with domestic and business customers.
VW invests $10m in battery start-up to further e-mobility plans
The Volkswagen Group is investing US$10m in US battery startup Forge Nano in line with its plans for e-mobility.
Toyota Mirai helps Imperial College London further hydrogen research
Imperial College London has taken delivery of a new Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car to support its work looking into the potential of hydrogen as a future source of clean and sustainable energy.
Europcar adds Renault Zoes to carsharing and rental fleets
Europcar Mobility Group has ordered a further 85 Renault Zoe electric cars to add to its carsharing and Deliver & Collect fleets.
Nissan’s Karl Anders to head up innogy eMobility UK
German EV charging technology provider innogy eMobility Solutions GmbH is driving the expansion of its UK subsidiary under a new appointment.
Lincolnshire electric car drivers get help with rapid charging
Electric car drivers in Lincolnshire can now charge their vehicles using rapid chargers at the Deeping Shopping Centre.
Canterbury to renewable energy EV charge points
Swedish energy group Vattenfall has won a deal to install charging points in Canterbury in partnership with BMM Energy Solutions.
Toyota Prius gains AWD option for 2019
Toyota has updated the Prius with the option of intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD-i) for the first time as part of a raft of updates for 2019.
Nissan Leaf batteries get second life in mobile powerpack
Nissan is to launch a new mobile powerpack featuring second-life EV batteries to provide power for mobile professionals.
UK drops out of top five in electric vehicle preparation index
The UK is now lagging behind European leaders in its electric vehicle preparation, according to new research from LeasePlan.
Chevin switches inhouse fleet to ULEVs
Chevin Fleet Solutions says it’s seeing eco and economic benefits after switching more than half its inhouse fleet over to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids as it phases out petrols and diesels.
Renault Zoe listed in top 10 fastest-selling used cars for 2018
The Renault Zoe has made it into the top 10 list of the fastest-selling used cars for the first time, showing that electric cars are increasingly being welcomed by used car buyers.
Electric Vehicle Masterclass to look at fleet pros and cons of going green
Fleets looking for help with going electric are being urged to attend next week’s Great British Fleet Event to hear from industry experts about how the benefits and challenges involved.
VW and Ford alliance to explore EVs
Ford and Volkswagen have announced details of their new global alliance, which will leverage “the two global automakers’ strengths to better compete, innovate and serve customers”.
Government rejects calls to rethink company car tax and petrol/diesel ban
The Government has responded to MPs’ calls for the 2040 ban on the sale of ‘conventional’ petrol and diesel vehicles to be brought forwards as it also says that current and future BiK rates … Read More »
Electric vehicles are suitable for higher-mileage drivers, says Arval
High-mileage drivers can use electric vehicles if their daily driving profile is suitable.
Electric car club launches in North Solihull
A new car club has launched in North Solihull to provide local residents with the chance to try electric vehicles.
Project to explore wireless charging for electric taxis and blue light vehicles
A new project that aims to advance wireless charging for electric taxis and blue light vehicles has got off the ground with the help of funding from Innovate UK.
Ford to launch more EVs as part of turnaround effort
Ford has announced new plans to improve profitability and cut costs by expanding in some vehicle segments, including EVs, and exiting others as well as making job cuts.
