Alec Peachey, Author at Transport + Energy

Update to Fastned app set to improve EV drivers charging experience

Fastned, the European fast charging company, has recently released a major app update that makes it easier for electric vehicle (EV) drivers to use the Autocharge feature for the very first time.

Survey shows more than half of UK workplaces yet to offer EV charging

More than half of surveyed electric vehicle (EV) drivers did not have access to a charge point at their place of work, a YouGov survey commissioned by Monta has revealed.

Zap-Map releases survey of EV drivers in the UK

A survey of electric vehicle drivers carried out by Zap-Map has revealed that the vast majority of EV drivers (90%) continue to use the UK’s public charging networks on a regular basis – whilst also revealing a significant increase in usage of EV charging hubs.

EVs have “unassailable” market lead over hydrogen cars, Committee report concludes

The Commons Science and Technology Committee have concluded that electric vehicles have an “unassailable” market lead over hydrogen cars.

Wireless EV charging highlighted at Arnold Clark Innovation Centre

Wireless charging technology that will charge electric vehicles is now on display at the Arnold Clark Innovation Centre in Glasgow.

UKPN helps speed up provision of EV charge points at forecourts

UK Power Networks has worked with the UK’s largest independent forecourt operator Motor Fuel Group (MFG) to speed up the provision of public electric vehicle (EV) charge points at a number of different petrol stations.

Nissan Leaf powers Christmas lights at Sunderland plant

A Nissan LEAF is providing the power for the car manufacturer’s Christmas lights at its Sunderland plant as the company marks production of 250,000 of the electric vehicles in the UK.

Council launches anti-engine idling campaign

A new campaign launched by Portsmouth City Council highlights how a single minute of a car’s engine idling releases 150 balloons worth of harmful emissions into the air.

Research will identify EV repair and insurance pain points

Risk intelligence specialist Thatcham Research will lead a funded project focused on electric vehicle (EV) collision repair and salvage processes and their impact on insurance claims and their associated costs.

AMPECO partners with Electric Miles to unlock energy flexibility opportunities

Electric vehicle charging management software provider AMPECO has announced a new partnership with Electric Miles, a UK EV smart charging software developer and energy assets aggregator.