UK’s bus fleet could reach net zero first
The UK’s bus fleet could reach net zero before any other vehicle sector, with figures released by the the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) showing that new registrations of the latest, greenest buses rose by a third (36.3%) to 424 units during Q2 2024.
Uptake of zero emission trucks rises in UK
Figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that the UK maintained its place as Europe’s second largest zero emission truck market with uptake of heavy goods vehicle (HGVs) rising by 30% in Q2 2024 to achieve a 0.6% share of market, up from 0.4% in Q2 last year.
New IDNO agreement will speed up installation of Connected Kerb EV chargers
Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) Eclipse Power has signed a framework agreement with charge point operator Connected Kerb to install and energise thousands of new electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the UK.
FOR EV launches new EV charging site in Scotland
FOR EV has officially launched a major electric vehicle charging hub in Edinburgh, Scotland – featuring new rapid chargers that can deliver up to 200kW.
Beam Global deploys solar system for MOD
Beam Global has deployed the first EV ARC solar-powered EV charging systems for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) at bases on Cyprus.
Ofgem funds Anglo-Scottish electricity superhighway
Ofgem’s Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework is fast-tracking 26 major connection projects, including an electricity superhighway, to assist grid capacity and save up to £1.5 billion.
Enfield Council and Kerbo Charge launch pavement charging trial
Enfield Council has used Kerbo Charge for a through-pavement electric vehicle (EV) charging pilot to make it easier for residents with street parking to transition from petrol and diesel.
Kent gets zero-emission electric buses
Kent County Council (KCC) has received the first of the zero emissions electric buses replacing the diesel-powered vehicles operating on its Fastrack network.
Brill Power partners with Fellten
Smart battery firm Brill Power has announced a strategic partnership with Fellten, a manufacturer of advanced battery packs.
Combatting misinformation about electric vehicles
Whilst sales of electric vehicles (EVs) continue to grow, both for new cars and as we saw last week, for second-hand cars too – the battle for hearts and minds is nowhere near won. James Court, Chief Executive of EVA England, examines what more needs to be done.
ChargeGuru and Ford Pro to accelerate EV charging solutions for fleets
ChargeGuru has announced a collaboration with Ford Pro which aims to accelerate the adoption of electric commercial fleets across Europe and provide customers with seamless charge point installation services.
GRIDSERVE GLOBAL announces expansion plans
GRIDSERVE founder Toddington Harper has announced plans to expand the company globally with the creation of GRIDSERVE GLOBAL – taking the company’s name, technology and expertise to new markets.