Natalie Middleton
UK’s competition watchdog responds to Rapid Charging Fund consultation
The UK’s competition regulator has published its response to the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles’ (OZEV) consultation on the Rapid Charging Fund (RCF), calling for changes.
Nissan ends Leaf production in Sunderland
Nissan has pulled the plug on UK production of its current Leaf electric car at Sunderland, leaving a void before its successor arrives.
UK’s net zero goals in jeopardy without EV tax changes, Chancellor told
The UK automotive industry is urging the Chancellor to use next week’s Budget to make vital tax breaks to boost EV demand and drive net zero plans.
Electric vehicles lead the way in UK Car of the Year 2024 shortlist
The shortlist for the UK Car of the Year Awards 2024 has been revealed – and it’s dominated by electric vehicles.
Dynamon’s new financial planner function compares costs for ICE and electric vehicles
Fleets can now calculate and compare the total cost of ownership for petrol, diesel and electric vehicles using Dynamon’s new Financial Planner feature.
EVA England partners with Octopus Electroverse
EVA England is partnering with Octopus Electroverse to dramatically improve the charging experience for its members.
FM Conway takes delivery of 12 electric vans with Herd Zero
FM Conway has increased its net zero commitment with a delivery of 12 new electric vans from Herd Group.
FleetEV wins major fleet deal with Welsh Government
Cardiff-based FleetEV has secured a new contract to provide electric vehicles to the Welsh Government.
Mobile rapid DC charger to plug infrastructure gaps for fleets
An all-in-one battery energy storage device and rapid EV charging station has launched for fleets to plug in the gaps in the fixed charger infrastructure.
Ultra-rapid charging hub opens at Gateway Centre in Oldham
A new ultra-rapid charging hub said to be one of the largest in Greater Manchester has opened at the Gateway Centre retail park in Oldham.
Volkswagen Group signs EV battery recycling deal with Ecobat
Volkswagen Group UK is partnering with battery recycling specialist Ecobat on a recycling initiative for its used EVs.
Ineos reveals Fusilier 4×4 with all-electric and range-extender choices
Ineos Automotive has revealed its Fusilier offroader, ahead of its arrival in both fully electric guise and as a range-extender.
Tata confirms plans to open Britain’s biggest battery factory in Somerset
JLR owner Tata Group has confirmed that its Agratas global battery business will build an EV battery gigafactory near Bridgwater, Somerset.
Cupra Born EV gets £2,350 price cut across line-up
Cupra has slashed pricing for its Born electric hatch while also simplifying the trim and battery line-up.
BYD debuts Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV at Geneva
BYD has revealed its Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV to European customers for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show.
Charging in public can cost over 20 times more than at home, reveals new Allstar report
Drivers could be spending more than twenty times as much recharging their electric vehicle at public charge points compared to the cost of charging from their homes, a new report from Allstar reveals.
Tevva invites fleets to electric truck test drives
Tevva has held its first drive event of 2024 – with half a dozen more planned for this year.
Mitie welcomes 4,000th electric vehicle to fleet
Mitie has deployed the 4,000th electric vehicle on its fleet, marking a major step in its journey to net zero.
Costain showcases potential for EVs in construction with Enterprise Flex E-Rent project
Costain, an infrastructure solutions company, has completed one of the UK construction sector’s first pilots to test the use of electric vans on major project sites.
Rightcharge simplifies fleet electrification with home charging payments solution
EV charging software company Rightcharge has launched a new home charging payments solution, sparking savings and simplicity for fleets.
