SMMT stats show increase in EVs entering used car market

Increasing numbers of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are now entering the used car market, with Q1 sales up by more than two thirds (71.0%) to 41,505 – posting a new record market share of 2.1%.
Western Gateway and Peninsula Transport publish EV charging study

Western Gateway and Peninsula Transport Sub-national Transport Bodies have jointly published an Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Study to help local authorities plan for EV uptake and identify potential charge point sites.
Global Maritime Forum reveals decarbonisation potential

The Global Maritime Forum has revealed the economic potential presented by the decarbonisation of shipping in new analysis conducted by Arup.
Amazon opens micromobility hub in Northern Ireland

Amazon has opened its first micromobility hub in Northern Ireland at its delivery station in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter.
Report highlights Freeport East’s role in driving UK’s transport decarbonisation

The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) has published a new report on Freeport East’s Green Transport Hub Strategy.
ChargeUK appoints Vicky Read as first CEO

Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure trade association ChargeUK has today (8 May 2024) announced Vicky Read as the organisation’s first CEO.
UK Power Networks Services builds renewables portfolio

Energy solutions firm UK Power Networks Services is expanding its portfolio of key infrastructure assets with the acquisition of UU Solar from SDCL Energy Efficiency Income Trust LLP (SEEIT).
ENA launches ENA Connect Direct

A single online form to create a faster and more accurate process for connecting domestic low-carbon technologies (LCTs) to the electricity network has been launched by Energy Networks Association (ENA).
UK ‘on cusp’ of becoming key hydrogen hub

The UK is on the cusp of becoming a key hydrogen hub in Europe generating significant economic value and job creation, a report by Hydrogen UK’s Import and Export Taskforce has stated.
Representatives from REA, SMMT and UK100 join Transport + Energy editorial board

Representatives from UK100, The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and The Association For Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) are the latest to join the Transport + Energy editorial advisory board.
EVs help car registration growth to continue

UK new car registrations grew for the 21st consecutive month, rising by 1% to reach 134,274 units in April, according to the latest data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Zest to provide EV charging at University of Warwick

The University of Warwick is working with Zest to provide 173 electric vehicle (EV) charging spaces in car parks across the campus.