Natalie Middleton
Toyota accelerates EV plans and teams up with Subaru
Toyota is accelerating its electric vehicle plans as it also announces a partnership with Subaru to develop a joint EV platform.
Octopus Electric Vehicles and Wallbox partner on UK V2G solution
Octopus Electric Vehicles is offering Wallbox’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to its customers, including through a bespoke ‘V2G bundle’.
Volkswagen launches 48-hour e-Golf test drives
Volkswagen is offering extended test drives of the e-Golf to help drivers see how the electric hatchback could fit in with their everyday requirements.
Latest London Low Emission Zones to bring extra EV support
Four more London boroughs are to establish Low Emission Neighbourhoods (LENs) in an effort to help incentivise ultra-low emission vehicle use.
Hyundai Kona gets 90g/km hybrid model
Hyundai is adding a petrol-electric hybrid model to the Kona line-up, bringing CO2 emissions from 90g/km.
First-ever electric Corsa to bring 205-mile range
Vauxhall has taken the next step in plans to electrify its fleet with the reveal of the electric Corsa, due on sale later this year.
Rolec EV and Integral tie up on nationwide EV charging installation service
Charge point manufacturer Rolec EV and engineering firm Integral have launched a nationwide EV charging installation solution.
First Ionity 350kW charging station launches in UK
The manufacturer-backed Ionity network has launched its first fast charging station in the UK – with other stations to follow swiftly.
Audi Q5 to get 49g/km plug-in hybrid model
Audi is adding a plug-in hybrid model to the Q5 line-up to spearhead a new range of PHEV models.
Addison Lee deploys Audi e-trons on path to 100% low-emissions fleet
Addison Lee has introduced five Audi e-tron models to its fleet in line with its plans to shift to 100% low-emissions vehicles.
Ionity network to expand further with Tritium 350kW chargers
The manufacturer-backed Ionity ultra-fast charging network is to expand further with the help of 350kW chargers from Tritium.
Reservations open for Honda e electric supermini
The Honda e electric supermini is now available to order in the UK and other selected markets in Europe ahead of first deliveries from spring 2020.
New badge to recognise dealership EV expertise
A new scheme to recognise those car dealerships with staff skilled in selling and servicing electric vehicles has launched.
EV tax benefits and incentives show wide variations in EU
Although tax benefits and incentives to stimulate electric vehicle sales are available in nearly all EU member states now, the nature and level of these measures still varies widely.
UK government invests £28m in electric vehicle battery development
The UK government is driving its zero-emission vehicle ambitions with new investment in electric vehicle battery development.
Honda leads investment round in smart battery firm Moixa
Honda has led an £8.6m funding round in smart battery company Moixa that will enable the company’s expansion.
Grandland X introduces Vauxhall’s first-ever plug-in hybrid
Vauxhall’s Grandland X SUV has gained a new plug-in hybrid variant, marking the first-ever PHEV for the brand and a vital part of its electrification plans.
First rapid electric vehicle charging point goes live in Square Mile
The Square Mile’s first rapid electric charging point has been installed, with further rapid charge points to follow in the coming months.
Lex Autolease EV1000 fund nears halfway point
Lex Autolease has allocated nearly half of its £1m EV fund following a surge in electric vehicle orders from fleet operators.
Reservations for new VW ID.3 electric hatch hit 10,000+ mark
Volkswagen has received more than 10,000 reservations for its new ID.3 fully electric hatchback less than 24 hours after pre-booking opened.
