The Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England has appointed James Court as its first chief executive with immediate effect.

James Court, chief executive at the Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England

Court is a passionate advocate for electric vehicles and brings over 15 years of experience within the environmental, energy and transport worlds.

His background includes work at the Cabinet Office on the UK’s COP26 transport policy and he helped build the Climate Group’s UK Electric Fleets Coalition (UKEFC), representing the UK’s biggest fleet owners.

Prior to that, he led work with EV charging companies and manufacturers as director of policy and communications at the Renewable Energy Association.

In his new role, Court will further develop the association’s services for its members and work with them to ensure their voice is heard on EV policymaking.

James Court added: “I couldn’t be joining EVA England at a more exciting time, as EV ownership moves into the mainstream and EVs become the obvious choice for people’s next car purchase.

“I’m looking forward to increasing the membership benefits, giving exclusive offers and cost savings, and becoming an indispensable resource to EVA England members.

“EVA England will continue growing as a passionate voice in the media and to government, pushing for better infrastructure, larger vehicle choice and ultimately cleaner and healthier streets.”