Natalie Middleton
Renault partners with energy firms to advance switch to EVs
Renault has signed partnerships with European energy firms that will bring a number of innovations to help drivers transition to electric vehicles.
EU softens CO2 targets
EU environment ministers have rowed back on average CO2 targets for manufacturers, amid industry concerns that they were unrealistic. Last week saw MEPs vote in favour of a 20% targeted reduction in new car … Read More »
ChargePoint and EVBox simplify charging with new roaming agreement
Electric vehicle drivers in Europe and North America will now be able to roam between the ChargePoint and EVBox networks under a new “first-of-its-kind” global agreement.
LeasePlan partners with Chargemaster for EV fleet solution
Fleet drivers opting for electric vehicles from LeasePlan can now get access to charge points at home, at work and on the road under a new “industry first” partnership with Chargemaster.
Budget must back up electric vehicle aims, says BVRLA
Government plans to drive the UK electric vehicle market will “lose momentum” unless a fairer and well-signposted company car tax regime is adopted.
Top three EV charging networks revealed in Zap-Map research
Tesla, InstaVolt and Pod Point’s EV charging networks have been rated highest for user satisfaction in a survey.
UK Power Network deploys electric vans in London ‘first’
UK Power Networks says it’s become the first of London’s utility networks to put electric vehicles on the capital’s roads as part of its operational fleet.
Car2go to launch in Paris with all-electric fleet
Daimler carsharing subsidiary Car2go is to launch in the French capital in January 2019.
Renault goes live with all-electric car sharing service in Paris
Fleets can now access 120 Renault electric vehicles in Paris and Clichy under a new car sharing service.
Mitsubishi launches 24-hour Outlander PHEV test drives
Drivers can now book the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for 24-hour test drives to see how it fits in with their everyday lives.
Scottish towns get funding to drive EV take-up
Ten councils in Scotland are to get funded support on studies as part of government plans to establish ‘electric towns or cities’.
London boroughs get new funding for low-emission streets
London is set to see more car-free and low-emission streets under a new £6m funding programme.
EO Charging to drive product development with £13m funding
Electric vehicle charger manufacturer EO Charging has secured £13m funding from London-based infrastructure investor Zouk Capital.
Hydrogen refuelling station opens in Swindon
ITM Power has opened a new public hydrogen refuelling station on the M4 corridor in Swindon as it also looks to help drive the number of fuel cell electric vehicles operating locally.
Public sector fleets should go eco, says NICE
NHS trusts and local authorities should consider switching to electric or hybrid cars and vans as well as exploring other eco options.
Lexus ES to undercut outgoing GS saloon
Lexus has started taking pre-orders for the new ES executive saloon, with pricing around £1,000 less than the GS it replaces in Western Europe.
Audi plans 12-model EV range, starting with e-tron SUV
Audi has announced plans to launch 12 full electric models globally by 2025, starting with its newly unveiled E-Tron SUV.
Hybrid Honda CR-V targets 50% electric driving
Honda’s first-ever CR-V Hybrid in Europe could run on battery power alone for more than 50% of a moderate-speed journey, aiding the brand’s plans to provide a viable alternative to diesels.
SAIC partners with LeasePlan to drive electric van roll-out
SAIC Motor is teaming up with LeasePlan to offer EV80 electric van leasing deals as it steps up plans to relaunch the Maxus/LDV brand in Europe.
Ford debuts production Transit Custom PHEV
Ford has taken the wraps off the production version of its new Transit Custom plug-in hybrid electric vehicle as it also announces a new diesel engine for the range.
