Kempower partners with Virta to accelerate rollout of EV charging hubs

Kempower has partnered with electric vehicle (EV) charging platform provider Virta – with the companies set to accelerate the ramp-up of fast-charging services in Europe.
BVRLA leasing fleet surpasses pre-pandemic levels with reduced emissions and a shift to EVs

The BVRLA leasing fleet grew 5.1% in 2021 to pass pre-pandemic levels as vans continue to drive the recovery of the sector. The association’s latest Leasing Outlook Report, citing data to Q4 2021, also shows more positive signs as the growth of the car fleet accelerates.
ZipCharge announces GoHub charging infrastructure

ZipCharge, have today (Earth Day) revealed the GoHub, the world’s first portable EV charging infrastructure for shared, public use.
Zero Emission Flight Delivery Group launched to focus on aviation decarbonisation technology

Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, and Business Secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng, have set out a new group of aviation experts across industry and government who will work together to make zero emission flight a reality.
Automotive industry leaders to gather in North East for EV manufacturing push

Bosses from some of the UK’s biggest electric vehicle, battery and component manufacturers will gather in Sunderland next month to discuss how best to secure the future of the automotive industry in the North East, by delivering investment, growth and jobs for the region.
Gridserve opens new Electric Forecourt in Norwich

GRIDSERVE is opening its latest Electric Forecourt in Norwich today (21 April 2022) with the site set to transform EV charging in the area by more than doubling the number of high-powered chargers available for use.
Quentin Willson to answer questions about EVs at Fully Charged LIVE

Battery pioneer Britishvolt is inviting attendees of this year’s Fully Charged LIVE event to have any questions about electric vehicles (EVs) answered by motoring broadcaster and transport campaigner Quentin Willson.
North East Battery Alliance Conference to take place

The North East Battery Alliance Conference (NEBA) will be launched with a two-day event on 10th-11th May, 2022. The two-day event will include a comprehensive agenda including seminars, networking, Q&As and the opportunity to hear and discuss current and future research, development and innovation challenges and opportunities in this innovative space.
ZipCharge to announce second phase of strategic plan

ZipCharge have released a teaser image of its next product which represents the second phase of its strategic plan to provide convenient, low-cost access to energy for everyone.
Zap-Map survey reveals EV charging habits

Zap-Map has published the full results of its market-leading EV Charging Survey, a deep dive into understanding the shape and usage of Britain’s EV charging network – with a notable increase in the use of ultra-rapid charging devices across the country in 2021.
£8.1m Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence set to open in Bilston

Once completed, the facility in Bilston, Wolverhampton, will create hundreds of jobs for the local economy and a unique chance for thousands of students to specialise in the mechanics and engineering of electric vehicles (EV).
Soaring inflation prompts a quarter of those planning to buy a car to choose EVs

New analysis by AA Cars has revealed that one in five drivers plan to save money by walking or cycling instead. A further 18% of drivers aim to buy less fuel, while a quarter of those planning to buy a car intend to buy an EV.


