Government confirms extended support for electric van market
The Government has extended the availability of its Plug-in Van and Truck Grants for a further two years, meaning that the purchase of thousands of greener vans and trucks will be supported until at least 2024/25.
Motability Operations and Co Charger launch EV pilot scheme
Co Charger has announced a three-month pilot with Motability Operations supporting Motability Scheme customers with their transition to electric vehicles (EVs).
Availability of vital components used in EVs has improved in the last quarter
Availability of vital components used in electric vehicles has improved in the last quarter according to the latest Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) data, which uses insight gained from APC’s role between the automotive industry and government.
Report published on infrastructure investment needed to meet Net Zero by 2050
BEAMA and the Energy Systems Catapult have published an analysis of the extent of infrastructure investment needed to meet Net Zero by 2050, revealing the huge opportunities that lie in the growth of green industrial sectors and job creation, forming a key part of the UK’s Green Industrial Revolution.
TfL sets out bold vision for electric buses in London
Transport for London (TfL) has published its long-term plan for buses, including new, higher specification all-electric buses, which will help the capital become net zero by 2030.
EV Net Zero launches ‘pay what you feel’ EV charging network
Charge Electric Ltd have launched a new EV charging network, EV Net Zero, to help balance the dramatic rise in energy costs against the increasing demands of electric vehicles.
Waltham Forest Council plans for EV charge point roll out
Electric vehicle (EV) charge point infrastructure in Waltham Forest is set for a significant boost with the installation of new on-street charge points, owned and operated by Liberty Charge and delivered via its sister company Virgin Media O2.
Ford takes steps toward all-electric future in Europe
Ford have announced moves toward an all-electric future in Europe, which will see the company transformed and offering a new generation of seven, all-electric, fully-connected passenger vehicles and vans by 2024.
DfT launches UK SHORE to boost green investment in maritime sector
Thousands of ships, cruises and vessels will become greener and cleaner with £206 million investment to support zero emission sailing and skilled maritime jobs, as part of the Government’s Shipbuilding Strategy.
New superfast charging hub to open in Wales
Preparations are underway to open a superfast charging hub in Cross Hands, Wales. Located off the A48 it will provide four 50KW rapid chargers and one 150KW super rapid charger.
RAC partners with Zap-Map to help EV members get back on the road faster
The RAC has joined forces with Zap-Map to be even better placed to help electric vehicle (EV) drivers who have run out of charge.
On the move: Changes at Zap-Map as Juliet Davenport joins Connected Kerb board
In a round-up of sector appointments, Zap-Map has appointed Richard Bourne as permanent CEO, while Nigel Pocklington, CEO of the company’s majority shareholder Good Energy, has been appointed Chair of Zap-Map. Juliet Davenport joins the Connected Kerb board as a non-executive director.