Natalie Middleton
Motorway services topple supermarkets as most popular charging location, finds Zapmap
Motorway services and EV charging hubs have displaced supermarket car parks as the most popular charging locations in the UK, according to new research from Zapmap.
TPS adds electric Cupra Born and VW ID. Buzz to delivery fleet
TPS, the parts business of Volkswagen Group UK, is boosting work to electrify its parts delivery service with the arrival of 25 Cupra Born and Volkswagen ID. Buzz models to its fleet.
‘Significant’ variations in EV SMR budgets by leasing firms revealed in new AFP report
A new report that indicates significant variations in the SMR budgets allocated by vehicle leasing companies for electric vehicles is now out from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Myths and misinformation about EVs now ‘deeply embedded’
Myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles are now firmly entrenched in many consumers’ minds, undermining confidence in the shift away from internal combustion engine vehicles.
New EV charging for North London
New Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points in North London have been energised and are ready to use, thanks to a partnership through the UK Power Networks Green Recovery programme.
Vauxhall Combo and Vivaro Life Electric MPVs get more range and new tech
Vauxhall has updated its Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric people carriers with new design and increased range, plus latest motors and battery options.
Bradford hydrogen production facility gets government funding
A major new project to convert a former gasworks site in Bradford to the UK’s largest, state-of-the-art hydrogen production facilities has secured government funding.
Octopus Electroverse EV roaming service launches in Germany
Octopus Energy has launched its Electroverse EV roaming service in Germany – giving access to nine in 10 EV charge points across the country.
Carnato augments EV leasing proposition with Zapmap Premium
Electric vehicle leasing company Carnato has augmented its customer proposition with membership to Zapmap Premium.
Leasing.com renews partnership with Autovia to help consumers and businesses find best leasing deals
Leasing.com has extended its exclusive partnership with automotive content and commerce business Autovia to introduce leasing offers to consumers across its Auto Express, Carbuyer and Driving Electric brands.
Gridserve expands charger maintenance fleet with fully electric Vauxhall vans
Gridserve has taken delivery of 12 fully customised Vauxhall Vivaro Electric vans for its rapid response service fleet.
New leadership at Zemo Partnership as Andy Eastlake steps down
Claire Haigh is to take the helm of Zemo Partnership, formerly Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership/LowCVP, as Andy Eastlake steps down after more than a decade of leadership.
Renault Scenic E-Tech prices and specs revealed as orders open
Renault’s Scenic E-Tech electric crossover is now on sale in the UK, priced from £40,995 and with up to 379 miles of range.
Raw Charging runs week-long free charging offer at new ultra-rapid hubs
Raw Charging is celebrating the launch of two new electric vehicle charging hubs at shopping centres in Yorkshire and Leicestershire by offering free charging for all customers for their inaugural week of operation.
Tesla tops list of most expensive EVs to repair, new research reveals
Tesla vehicles, the most common electric vehicles on UK roads, are also the most expensive to repair according to newly published data from Activate Group and Gecko Risk.
Dartmoor National Park gets EV chargers in BMW-funded project
Dartmoor National Park has deployed five new electric vehicle charging points to support zero-emission journeys for tourists and local communities.
Still cheaper to charge electric car at home than fill up an ICE car
The AA has published its latest Recharge Report, providing some food for thought on EV charge costs compared to filling up an ICE car.
First look at fully electric Range Rover as waiting list opens
JLR has given early details of its first fully electric Range Rover as a waiting list to pre-order the luxury flagship opens.
LEVC debuts in electric car sector with L380 eight-seat MPV
London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC), the brand behind the range-extender TX taxi and VN5 van, has debuted the first in a new range of fully electric cars.
New guide to help councils procure on-street EV chargers
The Transport Technology Forum has published a short guide to help local authorities with procuring on-street electric vehicle chargers.
