Natalie Middleton
Volvo’s Polestar reveals first markets for debut plug-in hybrid
Volvo’s spin-off performance subsidiary has announced the first six markets for its Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid.
UK to host international Zero Emission Vehicle Summit next autumn
The UK is to host a global Zero Emission Vehicle Summit in autumn 2018 as it looks to expand the development of the low emission and electric car market.
Major fleet policy changes essential to reap benefits of PHEVs
Fleets migrating from diesels to plug-in hybrids could be in for a nasty surprise on running costs unless they make significant fleet policy changes.
Slimming World adds 100th car to all-hybrid fleet
Slimming World has taken delivery of its 100th Lexus hybrid some three years after it decided to switch to an all-hybrid fleet.
Heathrow deploys 50th electric vehicle
Heathrow has implemented its 50th electric vehicle in line with its plans for all its cars and small vans to be electric or plug-in hybrid by 2020.
Green Tomato Cars to axe diesels by end of 2018
Eco-focused private hire company Green Tomato Cars has committed to defleeting all diesels and upgrading its vehicles to exclusively zero emissions and hybrid models by the end of 2018 ahead of the roll-out of … Read More »
CAZs should take fair approach to reducing pollution, say fleet firms
Planned legal action to take the Government back to court to address “holes” in its current air quality plans needs to ensure a fair approach is adopted to address the pollution crisis.
First hybrids join ITV fleet
ITV has deployed four specially converted Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVs, marking the first hybrid vehicles on its fleet, as it looks to go more eco-friendly.
EDF to convert whole car fleet to EVs by 2030
French utility EDF Group has become the latest multinational to join the EV100 initiative as it commits to switching to its entire car fleet to electric vehicles by 2030.
SMEs targeted with design-led EV charge points
Small businesses looking for more exclusive electric vehicle charging points can now access a new solution from European manufacturer Andersen.
Ecotricity launches new Electric Highway pricing and EV green charging offer
Ecotricity has teamed up with Rolec EV to launch a new green charging offer as it also reveals new pay-as-you-go charging rates for its Electric Highway network.
Tesla completes build of world’s biggest lithium-ion battery in 100 days
Tesla has built the world’s biggest lithium-ion battery in the state of South Australia, making good on Elon Musk’s promise that it would complete the build in 100 days or wipe off the $50m … Read More »
Budget 2017: What it means for electric vehicles
Chancellor Philip Hammond’s first Autumn Budget to the House of Commons brought a number of significant announcements about electric vehicles.
ABB wins contract for 15 new fast chargers in Iceland
Iceland’s Reykjavik Energy has awarded a public sector tender to install 15 new fast chargers to ABB.
Ford and Zotye partner for China EV joint venture
Ford and privately owned Chinese automobile manufacturer Zotye have inked a deal to develop and manufacture electric vehicles under a new Chinese brand as they also explore the market for mobility services.
AI-based telematics solution to help fleets migrate to EVs
A new electric vehicle telematics solution has launched to enable fleets to complete more journeys between charges and eliminate range anxiety.
Nottingham City Council to deploy more than 200 charging points
Around 230 charging points are to go live in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby as Nottingham City Council drives its Go Ultra Low City status.
Smart charging could help meet flexibility gaps in renewable energy
Future high-renewable energy systems in the UK and Germany will require more flexible solutions – including smart charging and vehicle-to-grid infrastructures – to help ensure power continuity.
Siemens drives electromobility focus with Ubitricity investment
Siemens Energy Management is to work with Ubitricity to develop electromobility solutions including for fleets.
Free Alfen guide to smart chargers
Dutch energy company Alfen has published a free guide on smart chargers and their associated benefits.
