Natalie Middleton
UK pledges £89m funding for ‘cutting-edge’ electric vehicle technology
The Government has announced a new £89m investment package that it says will reinforce the UK as a world leader in zero emissions vehicle technology.
Fleets invited to take part in electrification and charging survey
Fleet decision-makers can still have their say in new research on electrification and charging challenges and solutions – in return for the chance to win a hotel break.
Used EV battery health under spotlight in new VRA white paper
A new white paper exploring the critical subject of used electric vehicle battery health is now out from the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).
Volue adds EVBox to Spark partnership ecosystem
Volue, which provides technologies and services to support the energy transition, has added EVBox to its Spark partner ecosystem.
Renault and Volvo Group to develop electric vans in new joint venture
Renault Group and Volvo Group are joining forces to develop an all-new generation of fully electric vans and associated services.
Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid gets GR Sport range-topper
Toyota has given its plug-in hybrid RAV4 the GR Sport treatment with the addition of the new range-topping grade.
Octopus Electroverse launches in France, Spain and Italy
British electric car charging platform Octopus Electroverse has opened for business for French, Italian and Spanish drivers.
Electric van uptake rises 85.9% in September
Registrations of new light commercial vehicles rocketed again in September, supported by surging e-LCV demand, but the industry continues to hammer home the need for a van-specific charge point rollout.
Fleets propel new car market but concerns rise over falling private EV demand
The UK new car market grew 21.0% in September on the back of surging fleet demand, but the industry continues to call for private motorist support for EVs as uptake declines.
Cogent Hire appoints commercial director with EV brief
Cogent Hire, which specialises in credit hire, has appointed experienced insurance and auto executive Luke Le Sauteur to the new role of commercial director.
New Škoda Kodiaq gets bolder design, more space and first-ever plug-in hybrid
Škoda has revealed its new Kodiaq large SUV, which gains overhauled design, new technology and its first-ever plug-in hybrid for 2024.
Number of UK high-power charging hubs more than doubled in last year
The number of public chargers and high-power charging hubs in the UK has risen significantly in the last year, latest figures from Zapmap reveal.
Ultra-rapid charging hub opens at Trafford’s Sale Water Park
A new ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub said to be the largest in Greater Manchester has opened at Trafford’s Sale Water Park.
Škoda Enyaq vRS becomes fastest Škoda ever
Škoda is upping power and performance for its range-topping Enyaq vRS, making it the brand’s fastest and most powerful model yet.
Stellantis cuts £2,500 off electric van prices and adds charging freebies
Stellantis LCV brands are discounting their electric vans by £2,500 and adding charging incentives such as a free wallbox.
BP to transform South Mimms petrol station into major EV charging hub
BP has set out plans to redevelop its current petrol station at South Mimms into a major BP Pulse electric vehicle charging hub.
Fisker Ocean electric SUV lands on UK shores
American EV brand Fisker has delivered its first right-hand-drive Ocean electric SUV to a UK customer as its phased launch programme rolls out.
Mazda2 Hybrid gets stronger brand identity for 2024
Mazda is launching an updated version of its hybrid supermini, introducing bolder brand styling and a more familiar grade structure.
Nissan hints at EV future with Hyper Urban concept
Nissan has revealed its Hyper Urban concept, previewing its plans for an all-electric future.
Loveelectric to offer used Lex Autolease EVs via sal-sac
Loveelectric has expanded its electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with used EVs from Lex Autolease.
