InstaVolt invests in battery energy storage systems
Ultra-rapid charging network InstaVolt is opening five new battery energy storage system (BESS) sites to future-proof charging hubs against rising grid costs and connection delays.
New Schneider Electric charging solution for UK
Energy technology firm Schneider Electric is bringing its charging solution Schneider StarCharge Fast 720 to the UK. The electric vehicle (EV) charging solution is designed for commercial and industrial sites as well as fleet operators. It delivers up to 720 kW of power and can charge up to 12 vehicles simultaneously, supporting the growing demand for EVs across the UK, it said. With 97% efficiency, […]
Zest appointed by Richmond and Wandsworth Councils
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils have appointed investor operator of public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure Zest to deliver 200 new EV chargepoints across the two boroughs.
Zapmap statistics reveal 120,000 public EV chargers
Zapmap has published new statistics for April showing that the country’s EV charging network has surpassed 120,000 EV chargers.
EVs cost same or less as petrol on a monthly lease
Electric vehicles (EV) now cost the same as or even less than petrol cars on a monthly lease, according to new data from Octopus Electric Vehicles.
National Grid DSO publishes Network Development Plan
National Grid’s Distribution System Operator (DSO) has published its 2026 Network Development Plan (NDP), setting out how the distribution network will evolve to meet rising demand, enable low‑carbon technologies, and support sustainable growth across its licence areas. The NDP provides a forward-looking view of the network, highlighting where capacity is available, where investment is needed, and how constraints will be managed. It is designed to give local authorities, […]
EVs now most popular fuel type for Autotrader enquiries
Electric vehicles (EV) are now the most popular fuel type on Autotrader for the first time ever, according to the platform and Zapmap.
First Bus trials electricity balancing to reduce energy waste
First Bus trialling the use of its electric bus depots to help balance the UK’s electricity system by adjusting when vehicles charge, reducing wasted renewable energy.
Talking Transport + Energy: Chris Jackson of Neertec
In the latest instalment of Talking Transport + Energy talks to Chris Jackson from fleet electrification and depot charging firm Neertec.
UK fusion consortium to develop power plant projects
Type One Energy, Tokamak Energy, and AECOM have announced the UK Infinity Fusion Consortium to pursue development of one of the first private-sector-led fusion power plant projects in the United Kingdom. The companies intend to develop a fusion project that is commercially credible, deployable using existing enabling technologies and capable of attracting private capital – […]
BYD becomes UK’s best selling EV
BYD has become the UK’s best-selling EV brand, overtaking established brands such as Tesla, KIA, BMW and Volkswagen, with 12,754 electric vehicles sold in 2026 so far.
Battery-electric van registrations grow by 44.7%
Battery electric vans (BEVs) grew strongly, up 44.7% with 2,439 registrations in April, according to new figures. The data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) also found the overall light commercial vehicle (LCV) market rose by 6.8% in April with 21,716 vans, pickups and 4x4s joining UK roads. At an 11.1% market share, however, BEV […]