Exclusive interview: Quentin Willson on why he’s made the transition to EVs
In an exclusive interview with Transport + Energy editorial director, Alec Peachey, motoring broadcaster and transport campaigner Quentin Willson reveals the reasons why he’s now focused on driving and campaigning for electric vehicles (EVs).
Rightcharge partners with Leasing.com to help power EV growth
EV charge point and energy tariff comparison service Rightcharge, has partnered with Leasing.com, the UK’s biggest car leasing comparison site, to help UK drivers make the transition away from petrol and diesel and towards electric vehicles.
Bridgend Council awarded £450k of funding to install EV charging infrastructure
The funding, provided by Welsh Government’s Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) Transformation Fund will see EV charging points installed on streets, car parks and at workplaces.
Innovative electrical equipment trialled by Essex Highways
Essex Highways is trialling two new innovations – an electric mini-excavator and a battery-operated wacker plate, which is used to compact the ground and aggregates into a solid sub-base before laying a road or pavement top surface.
Rolls-Royce completes test flight of first all-electric aircraft
Rolls-Royce has announced completion of the first flight of their all-electric ‘Spirit of Innovation’ aircraft.
Citroën announces UK launch of zero-emissions micro car
The 100% electric AMI emits zero-emissions in use and has a 5.5kWh battery that recharges in just three hours. With a range of 46 miles and a top speed of 28mph, the vehicle will be adapted for the UK market, but will remain left-hand drive to allow for a kerbside exit from the vehicle for the driver.
Addison Lee announces move to fully EV car fleet by 2023
Private hire vehicle firm, Addison Lee, have announced their passenger car fleet will become fully electric by 2023, at an investment of £160 million.
MP visits UK classic car EV company Lunaz
Rt Hon. Dame Andrea Leadsom DBE MP visited classic car ‘electrification’ company, Lunaz, recently, to view their most recent efforts and their ongoing business plans.
Huge rise in number of EV charging points added to network in South East
The number of electric vehicle (EV) charging points added to the network in London, the East and South East, has increased by nearly 2,700 in the past year, UK Power Networks has revealed.
Equipmake launches world’s longest range electric double decker bus
Vehicle electrification specialist, Equipmake, has launched a new electric bus, the Jewel E, in partnership with Spanish coachbuilder, Beulas, boasting up to 250 miles of range – the longest of any electric double decker in the world.
TAE Technologies announces new power management division
Private fusion energy company, TAE Technologies, has announced the formation of a new division dedicated to power management.
250 residential EV charging points to be installed in Milton Keynes
MK Council has secured a £1.1 million grant from the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) which will allow it to install 250 electric vehicle (EV) charging points on streets in older residential areas of Milton Keynes.
