Natalie Middleton
EVs could fit needs for 87% of U.S. drivers
The majority of vehicles on the road in the United States could be replaced by EVs, putting paid to range anxiety, new research has found.
Whitecar to expand Tesla rental fleet with help of Total Motion
Rental firm Whitecar is expanding its fleet of Tesla rental vehicles with the support of Total Motion.
EV industry expert joins Evolt in Scotland
Electric vehicle charge point supplier Evolt has appointed Stephen Rennie, a foremost specialist in low carbon and sustainable transport, as business development manager – Scotland.
University of Bristol replaces four diesel vans with EVs
The University of Bristol has deployed four electric vehicles after it identified their benefits for specific operations compared to diesels.
Ameren plans for charging corridor in Missouri
Utility company Ameren Missouri is planning to introduce public charging stations for EVs along Interstate 70 in Missouri, US.
Leading fleets awarded Go Ultra Low Company status
Fleets including Transport for London, University of Cambridge, Britvic and PODPoint have already signed up to the ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ scheme just three months after the launch of the initiative.
LA car sharing service launches with Tesla Model X fleet
Car sharing startup, Green Commuter, is launching a fleet of seven Tesla Model X electric SUVs in August, available for businesses and private consumers in the Los Angeles area.
York private hire taxi firm adds further hybrids to fleet
York-based Streamline Taxis has added two Toyota Priuses to its fleet. Supplied by Vantage Motor Group, the new vehicles join 18 Toyota Auris Hybrid models previously ordered from Vantage.
Transport Scotland funding helps Scottish Borders Council acquire EVs
Scottish Borders Council has acquired six electric vehicles with the help of Transport Scotland funding.
New scheme puts Airbnb concept to use for EV charging
Renault has launched a new scheme that give Swedish drivers the opportunity to recharge their electric car at someone else’s home.
Hyundai and U.S. Department of Energy expand fuel cell vehicle partnership
Hyundai and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) have entered the second phase of the fuel cell vehicle partnership as they prepare for the rollout of fuel cell vehicles nationwide in the near future.
EV market share failing to keep pace with 2020 emissions targets
Significant increases in uptake of electric vehicles are essential to meeting future emissions standards, a new report finds.
Dutch EV charging specialist expands into UK
The New Motion, a leading European provider of charging solutions, is expanding into the UK.
Evolt completes remote installation of Rapid charging units
Commercial electrical vehicle (EV) charging solutions specialist Evolt has supplied and installed Rapid and Fast electric vehicle (EV) charge points for Argyll and Bute Council.
Leeds City Council deploys first of 42 new EVs
The first of 42 new electric vehicles has been deployed on the Leeds City Council fleet in a move to cut costs and emissions.
Transport Minister launches 15,000 free parking spaces for EVs in Milton Keynes
Electric vehicle drivers in Milton Keynes can now park for free in 15,000 commuter and charging spaces under the first of a series of nationwide EV initiatives.
Drivers unaware of EV capabilities for long journeys
New research shows that more work is needed to educate drivers on the range capabilities of electric vehicles and the growing coverage offered by the charging network.
West Lothian Council boosts fleet with electric vehicles
West Lothian Council has taken delivery of three all-electric Nissan e-NV200 vans and seven Nissan LEAFs as part of its ongoing work to reducing carbon emissions.
Free home charging points available with Nissan LEAF
Nissan GB customers buying a Nissan LEAF purchased with finance are being offered the chance to receive a free home charging point.
Full pricing and specifications revealed for Hyundai IONIQ
Hyundai has announced the pricing and specification details for the IONIQ, which goes on sale on 13 October in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric versions.
