Natalie Middleton
Number of electric cars on roads hits 2 million
The number of electric cars on the roads globally reached 2 million in 2016, with work by cities and fleets vital to ensuring take-up.
UK’s first multi-brand EV showroom to open doors in July
A new multi-brand showroom offering the chance to test-drive a range of electric vehicles from different manufacturers is to open in July.
New battery tech could revolutionise EV industry
A new technology developed by Purdue University in Indiana, USA could enable EV drivers to recharge vehicles without the need of a charging station.
Tesla teases forthcoming Model Y
Tesla has given a sneak preview of its forthcoming Model Y electric compact crossover with a teaser image.
Heathrow reinforces ULEV commitment with Nissan LEAF fleet
Heathrow has deployed 17 Nissan LEAFs in line with the company’s commitment that all cars and small vans in its own fleet are electric or plug-in hybrid by the end of 2020.
Renault EV batteries to get second life
Batteries from Renault’s electric vehicles are to be repurposed for trials of a home energy battery storage system.
TMC publishes EV reimbursement guide for fleets
TMC has published new advice for fleets on reimbursing mileage for electric and plug-in hybrid cars (PHEVs).
Cost of ownership for EVs to hit parity from 2018
The cost of owning an electric car will reduce to the same level as conventional petrol and diesel vehicles in 2018, enabling carmakers to increase their EV forecasts 50%, new research suggests.
U.S. Bank fuel card now accepted at charging points
Fleet drivers with U.S. Bank’s Voyager Network Fleet Card can now use the card to pay for electric vehicle charging through ChargePoint. The fuel card is already accepted at more than 320,000 fuelling, maintenance … Read More »
ALD to assess real-world performance of plug-in hybrids
ALD Automotive UK is to run an in-house trial of plug-in hybrids to monitor and assess the real-world performance across a range of driving styles, terrains and mileages.
Fastned to deploy fast chargers at Van der Valk hotels
Dutch company chain Fastned is to deploy fast chargers at Van der Valk’s hotels and restaurants in the Netherlands and Belgium under a new partnership.
Midlands hotel one of first to install EV points
The Derby Conference Centre has deployed 14 charging points in line with its plans to become a ‘green’ hotel and conferencing venue.
Carmakers ramp up EV plans for China
The Volkswagen Group and Daimler have signed new strategic agreements further targeting the development of electric vehicles for China.
London Taxi Company selects Chargemaster for home charging units
The London Taxi Company has appointed Chargemaster as its preferred supplier for home charging units as it pushes ahead with plans to only produce range-extended electric taxis for the UK.
Schneider Electric to deploy electric vehicles for onsite use
Schneider Electric has teamed up with Arval to deploy a car share fleet of electric vehicles for use between its sites in Grenoble, France.
Diesel loses dominance in European car registrations
Diesel registrations in Europe declined 15% in April, ensuring the fuel type has lost its dominance of the car market.
New solution to provide complete EV fleet package
Fleetdrive Electric has launched a new electric vehicle charging solution designed specifically for fleets.
The case for ULEVs in the Government’s air quality plans
This month saw the Government finally publish its long-awaited air quality plans. What do the plans cover and how will ULEVs play a role?
Tritium trials Veefil fast chargers in China
Australian EV charging specialist Tritium has installed its first fast charger in China as it looks for Chinese sales and service partners.
Daimler spearheads EV plans with latest battery plant
Daimler has broken ground on a new battery plant, which will play a vital role in its electric vehicle offensive for the next few years.
