Natalie Middleton
Free workplace charge points on offer
Fleet Evolution is offering a free workplace charge point to new customers as it looks to drive uptake of ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs).
Smart charging to ensure UK grid can cope with mass uptake of EVs
A total of 10 million EVs could be on Britain’s roads by 2035, putting the market well on the way to meeting government targets without impacting disastrously on the grid – provided EV charging … Read More »
Pan-European ultra-fast charging network to focus on urban areas
Dutch charging firm Allego along with Nordic charge point operator Fortum Charge & Drive are planning to develop a pan-European interoperable charging network, focusing on metropolitan areas and along highways.
Allstar cards now accepted at ITM’s hydrogen fuel network
Allstar Business Solutions’s fuel cards are now accepted at ITM Power’s network of hydrogen refuelling stations.
Rushmoor Borough Council joins GeniePoint Network
Rushmoor Borough Council has deployed its first rapid charger from ChargePoint, located in the centre of Farnborough, Hampshire.
UK already on track for early ULEV adoption
Current ultra-low emission vehicle market growth would already be on track to meet milestones on electric vehicle sales ambitions even if the deadline were brought forward.
Infiniti to launch first EV in 2021
Infiniti is to introduce its first pure electric vehicle from 2021 as it pushes ahead with plans to only launch vehicles with electrified powertrains from this date.
EVBox research sets out North American charging needs
Research carried out by Dutch electric vehicle charging specialist EVBox has set out how US charging needs contrast with those in Europe as it expands its activities in North America.
Local councils urged to take up electric car charge-point funding
Only five local authorities have taken advantage of the Government’s £4.5m funding pot for EV charge points despite funding to provide thousands of extra points having been available since 2016.
Government outlines tax benefits of ULEVs for fleets
Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) guidance on the tax benefits of ultra-low emission vehicles is now available, including guidance for fleets.
Webasto develop end-to-end OEM solution for EV charging
Automotive and aftermarket equipment manufacturer Webasto is expanding into the electric vehicle (EV) charging business.
Tesla launches web-based trip planning tool
Tesla’s in-car trip planning tool is now available online, enabling drivers to gain detailed journey information including charging times en route without needing to be in the vehicle.
Hyundai’s next-gen fuel cell SUV to bring increased range and power
Hyundai has revealed its Nexo fuel cell electric vehicle, which will provide a successor to the ix35 with increased power, range and performance when it goes on sale in select global markets from early this … Read More »
Source London poised to add 1,000 more charge points
BluepointLondon, which has operated the Source London network since September 2014, says it’s ready to add 1,000 additional charge points across the Capital as the number of charges per month doubles.
EV charging installer continues UK expansion
North East independent EV charging installer Elmtronics has opened its third office in the UK as it pushes ahead with growth plans.
Guernsey goes live with first public charging stations
The first publically available electric vehicle charging stations on Guernsey are now available to use.
Volkswagen e-Crafter starts fleet trials
Volkwagen’s new e-Crafter van has started fleet trials with an international group of major customers.
Sheffield City Council deploys five hydrogen vans
Sheffield City Council has taken delivery of five Renault Kangoo Z.E. electric vans converted to run on hydrogen.
Scottish EV charge point usage outstripping network growth
Drivers’ usage of electric vehicle charge points in Scotland is overtaking network expansion, although more research is needed on where points should be located.
Slovak EV project to deploy fast chargers nationwide
The Slovak Academy of Sciences in Bratislava has implemented a Tritium Veefil-RT 50kW DC fast charger as part of a research project looking to deploy fast charging solutions across the country.
