Munro Vehicles launches second model
Manufacturer of all-electric 4x4s, Munro Vehicles has launched its second model, the Mk_1 Pick-up at Fully Charged Live North.
Jaguar Land Rover clarifies gigafactory reports
Manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has put out a statement stating it is not due to operate its own battery gigafactory and instead will be an ‘anchor customer.’
GRIDSERVE question motorway charging progress report
New research has suggested the government will not hit its target of six or more rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging points at a motorway service area in England by the end of 2023 – but Gridserve has said it will hit its target for its areas.
Ford calls for solution to potential EV tariffs
The British Ford chair has called on the UK and EU to continue current trading requirements until 2027 to allow for the battery supply chain to develop in Europe.
Conrad Energy puts energy storage site online
Conrad Energy has announced the full energisation of its 25MW 50MWh battery energy storage site (BESS) in Bispham, Blackpool.
Leeds ‘most likely’ to hit 2030 net-zero targets
A study into UK towns and cities ability to meet the ban on the sale of internal combustion engine cars and vans by 2030 – and overall net-zero transpoert targets – has put Leeds in pole position.
Rate of EV charging rollout gathering pace
New statistics released by Zapmap show that the average number of new electric vehicle (EV) chargers installed per month in 2023 to date has increased by 75% compared to the same period in 2022.
EV charging and technology critical to National Highways strategy
New proposals for England’s motorways and major A-roads have been published by the government, including plans for rapid charging, net-zero highways and future technology.
National Grid sets out case for urgent reform
National Grid has set out how industry, government, and the regulator can take immediate and decisive action to enable the decarbonisation of the UK power sector by 2035.
New ‘business champion’ appointed to CCC
Nigel Topping has been appointed to the Climate Change Committee (CCC) by the UK Government and Governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Scottish Govt launches second phase of zero-emission bus fund
The Scottish Government has launched the second phase of the Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund (ScotZEB), with up to £58 million available.
A charging journey
After installing as many chargers in the first quarter of this year as it did during the whole of 2022, Osprey Charging is continuing to lead the charge when it comes to the rollout of rapid charge points. Alec Peachey spoke to the company’s Chief Executive Ian Johnston about the company’s plans for this year and beyond.