Less than 1 in 5 MPs support Government EV charging VAT policy

Less than one in five MPs support the Government’s electric car charging VAT policy, according to the results of polling carried out by YouGov on behalf of the FairCharge campaign.
Improving the charging experience

Toddington Harper is a man who is focused on building a network of the right electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for the right locations. The Chief Executive of EV infrastructure firm Gridserve spoke to Transport + Energy at the opening of the company’s latest Electric Forecourt in Norwich.
Connected Kerb launches new type of public charging point

Connected Kerb has today launched a revolutionary new charging point for EV users without driveways.
Volkswagen and bp enter partnership to turbo-boost fast charging network in Europe

Volkswagen Group and bp have launched a strategic partnership with the aim of transforming access to electric vehicle (EV) charging in key European markets by rapidly building a fast charging network which could see up to 8,000 charge points made available across Germany, the UK and other countries by the end of 2024.
Bentley launches phased recruitment drive with 100 engineering vacancies

Bentley Motors has announced a recruitment drive for 100 talented engineers to accelerate its path to full electrification.
Smaller bus operators could have large impact on reducing emissions

Smaller bus operators could have a huge impact on reducing harmful vehicle emissions across the UK, according to Wrightbus.
InstaVolt responds to continued increases in wholesale energy costs

InstaVolt is updating its tariff in response to continued pressure from wholesale energy costs. From 4th May 2022, charging on the InstaVolt network will cost 57p per kWh.
Levelling up public charging infrastructure

Giles Benbow, Head of Fleet Transition at Mer – Statkraft’s EV charging business explains why urban charging hubs are the future.
Top industry representatives recognised at BVRLA annual dinner

The BVRLA Dinner brought together individuals from across its membership to celebrate the contributions of the industry and name five individuals who are setting standards for others to follow.
15-fold increase in number of EV models available since 2011

Massive investment by car manufacturers since 2011 means today’s electric vehicle buyers can benefit from a 15-fold increase in choice of model, as well as, on average, more than three times the battery range compared with a decade ago, according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
US company Blink buys EB Charging

Blink Charging, a leading US-based electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services provider, has announced the acquisition of UK-based EV charging provider EB Charging for $23.4 million.
Weev to invest £20m in EV charging network in Northern Ireland

Plans to install 1,500 charging electric vehicle (EV) charging points across Northern Ireland by the end of 2024 have been unveiled by Belfast-based start-up Weev. The company is set to invest £20 million in a new public charging network in over 350 locations.