Coventry and Oxford announced as all-electric bus cities
The government has announced that the cities of Coventry and Oxford will become the first all-electric bus areas in the UK.
Research suggests 2021 “year of the EV”
A decade of growth for EVs will be “kickstarted” in 2021 with a quarter of new vehicles being electric by 2030, according to ABI Research.
EVBox hits 200,000 charger target
Electric charging firm EVBox Group has installed 200,000 charging ports worldwide – doubling the figure from 12 months previously.
Car market looks to green recovery after ‘lost year’
New car registrations were down by almost a third across 2020 – but positive EV market figures signal green growth in 2021, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Scottish hydrogen rail project begins
A hydrogen-powered train project has begun in Scotland to illustrate the power source ahead of the nation’s COP26 climate summit this year.
Hyundai launches dedicated fuel-cell system brand
Hyundai has launched a separate brand to represent the group’s hydrogen fuel cell system, HTWO.
Kirklees reaffirms EV charging commitment
Kirklees Council has reaffirmed its strategy to electric vehicle charging as part of its plans for the climate emergency and improving air quality.
Subaru to launch EV into European market
Subaru Europe has confirmed the company is preparing for the launch of a full electric vehicle.
Battery study reveals ICE price parity within sight
Lithium-ion battery pack prices have fallen by 89% in a decade, according to the latest forecast from researchers BloombergNEF.
EV start-up Fisker to enter UK market in 2023
Californian start-up set to enter UK market within two years with first showroom to open in 2022.
Barnsley installs chargers for zero emission council vehicles
Electric vehicle charging points for up to 30 vehicles have been installed at Barnsley Council’s Smithies Depot. The 15 dual chargers have been installed as part of the emissions reduction strategy for Barnsley Council’s vehicle fleet. The council has already ordered 29 electric vehicles to replace 29 of its older diesel vehicles. The EVs will […]
Coventry tops EV charging on mainland UK
Fresh research of government data has revealed that Coventry is top of the league table for the mainland UK on charging.