“Stark gap” between public perception and reality on EVs
New research from Octopus Electroverse and Autotrader has revealed the “stark gap between perception and reality” when it comes to going electric. Across every aspect of ownership, from charging and reliability to running costs and performance, EV drivers report significantly higher satisfaction than petrol and diesel drivers anticipate, uncovering “a massive gap in expectation versus […]
Used BEVs grow by 32% in first quarter of 2026
Transactions of BEVs grew by 32% to 86,943 units, as nearly one in 23 buyers made the switch, according to figures from the SMMT.
Heva Energy launches salary sacrifice scheme for solar, batteries and EV chargers
Technology platform Heva Energy is launching the UK’s first salary sacrifice scheme for residential solar, battery storage and EV charge points.
Allye Energy upgrades BESS system
Allye Energy has upgraded its MAX300 battery energy storage system ahead of the Depot Charging Scheme application window closing.
Volvo Trucks invests in decarbonisation
Volvo Trucks has announced a suite of new products as part of a multi-billion investment into the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles and transport.
Driivz partners with Duracell E-Charge
Driivz has partnered with Duracell E-Charge to power up its ultra-fast EV charging network across the UK. The software supplier will use its platform to remove common points of friction by providing robust session data, accurate billing and transparent settlements, it said. With mature, reliable OCPI capabilities, The EV Network will utilise Driivz’s roaming capabilities […]
European electric vehicle transition “locked in” despite possible weakening of 2035 target
Europe’s e-mobility industry has committed nearly €200 billion to electric vehicles, batteries, and charging infrastructure, “locking in” the transition, new analysis reveals.
MFG launches Plug & Charge technology with Octopus Electroverse
UK forecourt operator MFG has launched Plug & Charge technology in partnership with Octopus Electroverse.
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.