SSEN and UK Power Networks partner for EV growth
Two energy firms have partnered on support for the transition to EVs, they have announced.
Sales of e-scooters rise 450% as trials continue
High street firm Halfords has said sales of e-scooters has exploded since trials of the technology have begun across the UK.
Live autonomous vehicle trials begin in Oxford
The first live trial of commercial autonomous vehicles has commenced in Oxford under the Government-backed Project Endeavour research project.
SSE partners with Alfen on EV charging network
One of the UK’s largest energy firms, SSE Enterprise, has signed a 3-year framework agreement with charging company Alfen.
OLEV cash for apartment charging project
EV charging firm Mina has won investment to develop a solution to make EV home charging in flats and apartment blocks easier for owners and tenants.
No deal Brexit could add £2,800 to EV costs
Warnings have been made from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders that a no deal Brexit could jeopardise the transition to EVs by increasing costs.
Renault launches new electric vehicles
All-electric vehicles have been added to Renault’s range of cars as the manufacturer transitions away from ICE. Amongst the new vehicles are an electric version of its popular Megane, and what it claims is one of the most affordable EVs on the market, the Dacia Spring. The Megane eVision has a 280 mile range and […]
Scots govt and SPEN to deliver £2.6m EV savings
Plans to install 180 EV charge points across 40 areas in Scotland could deliver around £2.6m in savings for consumers, it has been claimed.
Telford to expand charging network across town
Plans are being put in place to expand the number of charging points and accelerate the area’s journey to electric vehicles, according to a report. The study, undertaken by Telford and Wrekin Council’s transport manager Matt Powell provides information on a pre-tender notice and calling on contractors to provide ideas for improvement of the network. […]
New battery tech could charge EVs in 6 minutes
South Korean scientists have discovered a method which could mean that EV batteries charge within 6 minutes to 90% capacity.
EV Energy Taskforce reconvenes to drive forward transition
The Government-backed EVET is moving to the next stage of its development following its initial findings in January.
Costain joins Climate Group’s EV100 Group
Infrastructure firm Costain has joined the Climate Group’s EV100 to assist in its transition to a decarbonised, 100% electric or clean fleet.