Natalie Middleton
Renault adds new Master to electric vehicle line-up
Renault has updated its electric vehicle line-up with the launch of its first-ever Master Z.E. model, which arrives as the new version Kangoo Van Z.E. gets a 50% longer range.
Funding awarded to trial for fast-charging electric commercial vehicles
Fast-charging technology said to be available to deliver over 400kW in minutes is to be trialled in the UK with the help of new funding.
Volkswagen showcases latest in I.D. electric car range at Detroit
Volkswagen has unveiled its I.D. Buzz MPV at the Detroit Motor Show, marrying up retro styling from the Microbus with electric power, all-wheel drive and an eight-seat layout.
New charging platform brings eight times faster charging
Chargepoint in the US has developed a new Express Plus Electric Vehicle Charging Platform that charges up to eight times faster than today’s mainstream fast chargers.
Audi Q8 concept debuted at Detroit
Providing a rival to models including the BMX X6 and Range Rover, Audi’s flagship Q8 SUV has been revealed in near-production concept form at Detroit.
UPS and Gnewt scoop share of £20m low emissions funding
Firms including global package delivery company UPS and Gnewt Cargo have won a share of £20m Government funding to reduce fleet emissions.
Rethink of UK’s charging infrastructure essential to drive EV uptake, says Arval
The UK’s charging infrastructure must be overhauled if fleet take-up of EVs and plug-in hybrids is to achieve expectations.
Tesla delays UK price increases
Tesla has put back planned price increases on its models sold in the UK until 15 January as it responds to claimed strong demand.
Government plans for more ‘consistent and transparent’ EV charging
Overpriced EV charging will be tackled under new rules being planned by government ministers for introduction this year.
Green Energy UK introduces new tariff for EV drivers
Green Energy UK is introducing a Time of Day tariff for residential electricity customers to give EV drivers more control over their electricity bills.
Zero Carbon Futures appointed to deliver Milton Keynes Go Ultra Low City programme
The contract, which follows a tender exercise, was issued after the town was named as one of the first Go Ultra Low cities in January and awarded £9m – part of a total £40m … Read More »
Prices announced for BMW 5 Series plug-in hybrid
BMW has announced UK pricing and performance details for its 5 Series plug-in hybrid, which is available to order from mid-January.
PG&E receives approval for EV progamme in California
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved plans by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) for its electric vehicle infrastructure and education pilot programme.
Tesla introduces idle fee to improve supercharger availability
Tesla is introducing a fleet-wide idle fee at its Supercharger network to increase Supercharger availability.
New £8m Challenge Fund could drive ULEV uptake
A new Challenge Fund that could see more ultra-low emission vehicles on Scottish roads is open to bidders.
Kia Niro wins Guinness World Record with 76.6mpg coast-to-coast trip
Kia’s Niro crossover has won the Guinness World Record in the US for the lowest fuel consumption in a hybrid driving from coast to coast.
Opel plans for staggered launch of Ampera-e due to limited production
Opel has said that sales of its new Ampera-e will kick off in Norway – the most mature electric vehicle market in Europe – first with Germany, Netherlands, France and Switzerland next in line.
VW Group takes stake in Hubject eRoaming platform
The Volkswagen Group has become the seventh shareholder in the Hubject digital EV charging platform.
Hybrid electric vehicles on track to beat diesel mpg
Hybrid electric vehicles could soon overtake diesels when it comes to motorway/highway fuel economy as well as for urban mpg.
Police force swaps to electric vehicles
Avon and Somerset Constabulary has switched to running two electric vehicles.
