Driving decarbonisation without derailing EV uptake
Richard Sallnow, transport expert at PA Consulting, argues that as the UK moves towards per-mile charging for electric vehicles, clear ownership and governance of the scheme will be crucial to protect EV uptake, maintain public trust, and ensure road pricing supports – rather than undermines – the country’s decarbonisation ambitions.
Ford and Renault join forces to offer affordable EVs
Ford and Renault Group have announced a partnership agreement which is aimed at expanding Ford’s electric vehicles offering to European customers.
Kia confirms first EVs eligible for Electric Car Grant
Kia UK has confirmed that the EV4 and PV5 Passenger are the brand’s first vehicles to gain support from the UK Government’s Electric Car Grant.
EV policy uncertainty could deter drivers’ from making switch
Uncertainty over electric vehicle (EV) policy could threaten UK drivers’ confidence to switch, according to the latest AA UK EV Readiness Index.
EU weakens 2035 zero-emission target
The EU has today (Tuesday 16th December 2025) confirmed it will water down its 2035 ban on the sale of new petrol or diesel cars – a move which has been criticised by leaders from across the clean transport and energy industries.
Survey warns ‘charging divide’ could hold back fair transition to EVs
A new report by Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England has found a widening “charging divide” between UK drivers who can easily charge at home and those who cannot.
EV accessibility measures approved in parliament after amendment to bill passed
Members of the House of Lords have voted to pass an Opposition-led amendment to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill providing measures to protect drivers with disabilities from electric vehicle charging points that are inaccessible.
Used EV battery health scheme boosts dealer and driver confidence
A new promise guaranteeing battery health of 90% or above in used electric vehicles (EVs) has boosted UK dealers’ confidence and appetite to buy the vehicles – with the trial scheme now being made permanent by Motability Operations.
Fastned gets green light for indoor EV charging hub
Aberdeen City Council has given Fastned the go-ahead to build a brand new ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hub inside one of the city’s warehouses.
Price parity between EVs and ICE equivalents getting closer
Cost parity between electric vehicles (EVs) and petrol and diesel models is far closer than what is being widely reported, according to industry experts.
Over 185,000 clean energy connections facilitated by ENA’s Connect Direct service
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) is ramping up its Connect Direct service as the platform reaches 185,000 connection applications.
Everything Electric launches B2B EV Day
The team behind Everything Electric and the Fully Charged Show is launching its first B2B exclusive event at Farnborough International on Friday 10th October 2025, in partnership with the UK’s largest EV-only lease company, Octopus Electric Vehicles.