Electric truck transition held back by grid connections and costs
The cost of grid connections, electricity prices and financing are holding back the electric truck transition, according to a new report from the Aldersgate Group and the Renewable Energy Association (REA). In the report, called ‘Ready to Move: a framework for decarbonising UK HGVs’, the organisations call for a single government transition plan built around […]
Stark charging divide revealed in EVA England survey
Less than a third of EV drivers unable to charge at home report substantially lower running costs, compared to 84% who have off-street domestic charging.
Weakening ZEV Mandate is “unnecessary act of economic self-harm”
Weakening the ZEV Mandate is an “unnecessary act of economic self-harm”, according to a coalition representing the health, transport and climate sector.
Kempower and Evergreen Mobility partner to build French heavy-duty charging network
DC fast charging manufacturer Kempower has partnered with French heavy-duty charging specialist Evergreen Mobility on developing a charging network across the country.
Truck project running on hydrogen and electricity
A new pilot project in Finland aims to discover whether hydrogen and electricity can be used to power heavy-duty transport for long-haul journeys.
Government relaxes planning rules and new consultations on EV charging installations
The UK Government has relaxed planning permission for cross-pavement solutions for domestic electric vehicle (EV) charging today (21 October) – as well as permitted development rights for charging hubs.
Connected Kerb invests in former Trojan Energy facility
Connected Kerb, through its subsidiary Urban EV Infrastructure, has invested £350,000 to upgrade and expand its manufacturing and innovation operation in Aberdeen.
New funding for rapid EV charging in London
Sustainable Development Capital, as manager of the London EDGE Fund, has entered into an agreement with EVN Group for the roll-out of rapid EV charging sites in London.
Brook Green Supply partners with Transport + Energy as silver sponsor
Specialist energy supplier Brook Green Supply has joined Transport + Energy as a silver partner, bringing expertise in energy supply, trading and flexibility to the conversation around transport electrification.
Polestar and Oxford University assess “performance” for EVs
A pilot study by the University of Oxford’s SDG Impact Lab in collaboration with Polestar has attempted to measure “performance” on electric vehicles (EV) without internal combustion engine noise.
Smarter automation “transforming” how low carbon tech connects to network
Smarter automation is transforming how low carbon technologies (LCTs) connect to the electricity network, according to UK Power Networks.
Roam Charging secures hotel contract
Roam Charging has secured a major new hospitality contract to deliver EV charging infrastructure across 14 UK hotels owned by ProsperCap Corporation.
