Natalie Middleton
Gridserve and Roadchef roll out first Electric Super Hubs
Gridserve and Roadchef have revealed plans to expand EV charging facilities at Roadchef motorway service areas in the UK.
EU to launch probe into Chinese electric vehicle subsidies
The European Union will launch a probe into subsidies on Chinese electric vehicles as it accuses Beijing of “distorting” the European market.
Carmakers urged to turn focus to smaller and more affordable electric cars
Carmakers should stop prioritising SUVs and instead switch their focus to smaller and more affordable electric cars, according to an eco-campaign group.
Ubitricity to roll out 1,000+ on-street charging network in Richmond and Wandsworth
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils have appointed Ubitricity to roll out a network of 1,050 on-street charge points.
Europcar launches digital EV guide with charging locator
Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched a new digital guide to electric motoring to help drivers make the shift to EVs.
Fastned opens ultra-fast charging hub in South West
Fastned has opened its first ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging station in the south west of England.
Volvo Energy to reuse EV batteries in energy storage systems
Volvo Energy is partnering with Connected Energy to jointly develop second-life battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Free smart charging app could slash EV drivers’ costs
A free smart charging app that could drastically cut EV charging costs is now available from Tado.
Ultra-rapid charging cheaper per mile than petrol, finds AA
Electric vehicle drivers are cashing in on static public charging costs as petrol and diesel prices soar, according to the AA.
EV drivers expect onsite charging at hotels, finds report
Availability of EV charging is increasingly swaying EV drivers’ choice of hotel, a new report has found.
Churchill Expert to offer insurance for Electric Car Lease fleet clients
Churchill Expert has partnered with Electric Car Lease to offer insurance to its fleet customers.
Renault Trucks grows electric vehicle line-up with new E-Tech Trafic
Renault Trucks is adding the E-Tech Trafic to its electric vehicle line-up, expanding the offering into the midsize van sector.
New Peugeot E-3008 debuts with 435-mile range
Peugeot has premiered its new E-3008 electric SUV, which goes on sale in February 2024 with up to 435 miles of range.
Motability pairs with Osprey for charging accessibility reviews
Motability Operations is working with Osprey Charging to assess public charging accessibility and where action is needed under a new trial scheme.
EV subscription firm Onto enters administration
Electric car subscription giant Onto Holdings has called in administrators after failing to secure extra cash from its shareholders.
Mercedes-Benz eCitan now available to order
Mercedes-Benz Vans has opened orders for its inaugural eCitan small van, priced from £33,995 (excl. VAT and Plug-in Van Grant).
Raw Charging activates EV chargers at Pennyhill Park Hotel and Spa
Raw Charging has gone live with new EV chargers at Pennyhill Park Hotel and Spa, part of the Exclusive Collection of hotels and spas and home to the England rugby team’s training ground.
Milk & More saves over £2m a year with EV shift
Milk & More has slashed more than £2m a year off its fleet operating costs by transitioning to electric vehicles, backed by Geotab solutions.
Cost and charging concerns still hampering electric van adoption
Van fleets continue to charge ahead with EV adoption but concerns about affordability and charging infrastructure show no sign of abating.
National Grid passes 1,000th electric vehicle milestone
National Grid has hit the landmark of 1,000+ electric vehicles on its UK fleet, supporting its commitment to having a 100% electric light duty fleet by 2030.
