Energy UK wants new Prime Minister to take action over businesses rising energy costs
Energy UK has called on the new Prime Minister to set out possible measures which could help non-domestic customers facing steep rises in their energy costs.
Octopus Energy’s EV roaming service surpasses 300,000 charger milestone
Octopus Energy’s electric vehicle (EV) roaming service Electric Universe has surpassed 300,000 charge points globally and has rebranded in order to “supercharge international growth”.
HGVzero to give update at Forum event
HGVZero – a cross-industry action group featuring some of Europe’s largest shippers and hauliers including Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Tesco, XPO Logistics, Eddie Stobart and DPDgroup – will deliver a session entitled ‘Leading the decarbonisation of HGVs in Europe’ at this year’s Transport + Energy Forum event.
EY study highlights countries electric vehicle readiness
EY’s annual electric vehicle (EV) Country Readiness Report shows that consumer demand continues to grow with the UK ranked 5th out of the top 14 markets.
New EV infrastructure business launched
Macquarie Asset Management’s Green Investment Group (GIG) has launched a new electric vehicle infrastructure business for operators of electric commercial vehicles.
APC issues supply warning over future lithium availability for EV batteries
The Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) has warned that larger OEMs must secure long-term binding lithium supply contracts if they are to meet projected 2030 demand for electric vehicles.
SMMT figures show EVs made up 14.5% share of new car sales in August
Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) made up a 14.5% market share of new car registrations in August, according to statistics released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Trojan Energy secures £9m funding from Scottish bank
Electric vehicle (EV) charging firm Trojan Energy will expand their operations and workforce after securing £9 million backing from the Scottish National Investment Bank.
New solar tree will power EVs
A new ‘solar tree’ which will power rapid electric vehicle charging points at homes, businesses and commercial car parks is being launched in the UK.
Study shows EV adoption has increased 291% over last two years
New research from Experian, in partnership with Zap-Map, shows that the UK’s burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market will only continue to grow if the right infrastructure is in place to meet demand – with the study revealing a 291% increase in adoption over the last two years.
Completion of Project PACE means more than 160 EV chargers are available across Lanarkshire
More than 160 electric vehicle (EV) chargers are now available at dedicated hubs across Lanarkshire, thanks to the completion of SP Energy Networks’ Project PACE.
Mer and Joju working with BCP Council to expand EV charging
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council is working with Mer and Joju Charging to roll out electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.