SSE Energy Solutions opens rapid EV charging hub in Glasgow
SSE Energy Solutions has opened its first ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hub as part of a major new initiative to deliver 300 such hubs across the UK and Ireland within the next five years.
Quentin Willson to speak at Transport + Energy Forum
Motoring broadcaster and transport campaigner Quentin Willson will speak at the Transport + Energy Forum – an event which is taking place on 17th November at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre.
ElectriX to support Transport + Energy Forum event
ElectriX is a silver sponsor of this year’s Transport + Energy Forum and will play a key role in helping delegates understand some key steps to help them on the journey to electrification.
Wireless charging electric taxi trial goes live
Nottingham City Council are trialling wireless charging technology to make it easier for electric taxi drivers to recharge.
Westminster CC showcases new electric street cleaning bikes
Veolia, in partnership with Westminster City Council, recently took to the streets to roll out their new fleet of electric street cleansing bikes.
Hertz and bp join forces to accelerate EV charging in North America
Hertz and bp have agreed to develop a national network of EV charging stations powered by bp pulse – with the infrastructure set to be rolled out across North America.
Mina report highlights real-world EV costs
EV charging payment specialist Mina has launched a new quarterly report, which provides real-world data on how electric vehicles (EVs) are being used across the UK – and how much they really cost.
EV sales continue to surge, research shows
Annual sales of electric vehicles have surged tenfold in the wake of the Covid pandemic, according to research carried out by Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS).
Government launches net zero review
The government has launched an independent review into the delivery of net zero climate commitments – with a focus on ensuring the UK’s fight against climate change maximises economic growth, while increasing energy security and affordability for consumers and businesses.
£110m investment will supercharge EV charging rollout
Connected Kerb has secured an investment of up to £110 million from Aviva Investors, allowing the company to press ahead with its plans of delivering 190,000 on-street EV chargers by 2030.
Public rapid EV charging costs continue to rise
The cost to charge an electric vehicle (EV) on a pay-as-you-go basis at a publicly accessible ‘rapid’ charger has increased by 42% – or 18.75p per kilowatt hour – since May to reach an average of 63.29p per kilowatt hour, according to new data released by the RAC.
FairCharge and CPOs call on Treasury to cut VAT on public chargers
FairCharge founder Quentin Willson has warned of “unintended consequences” if the Government fails to cut VAT on public charging.