UK hits 75,000 EV charge point milestone
The number of public charge points in the UK has surpassed 75,000, according to the latest data from Zapmap.
Octopus Energy extends ‘Zero Bills’ initiative
Energy supplier Octopus Energy is taking its ‘Zero Bills’ initiative further by trialling a retrofit offer for existing homes with Suffolk County Council.
European Commission shifts vehicle emissions target
A fresh amendment from the European Commission on changing emissions targets for vehicle manufacturers has been criticised by green groups.
Mizuho Bank makes $2.5m investment in Altilium
Japanese financial services giant Mizuho Bank has entered into a share subscription agreement with Altilium Metals alongside a $2.5m (£1.96m) investment.
CBVC Vehicle Management launches used EV leasing service
Fleet management firm CBVC Vehicle Management has launched a used electric vehicle (EV) leasing service for business and personal customers.
Zonal pricing could deliver £74bn in electricity bill savings
British customers could save between £55-74 billion by 2050 on electricity bills if the Government adopts zonal pricing, according to a new report by FTI Consulting commissioned by Octopus Energy.
Manufacturers optimistic about EV production growth
Automotive manufacturers are optimistic about EV production growth this year but are “unsure” about reaching 100% production timetables due to “factors beyond the factory environment”.
Teachers take advantage of EV charging funding
School teachers can charge their electric cars more easily with 1,407 sockets now placed outside schools and colleges in the UK.
BEV registrations continue to rise
UK production of battery-electric (BEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and hybrid (HEV) vehicles increased 1.5% to 30,028 units in January, the highest monthly performance since December 2022 (47.2%).
95% of charging issues can be solved easily
The AA EV Recharge Report for January 2025 has revealed that 95% of issues with EV charging can be solved with a simple phone-call.
Logistics “critical” to government’s growth plans
Leaders from 30 major UK businesses have signed a letter to the business secretary urging him to ensure that the logistics industry is central to the government’s Industrial Strategy.
Zest opens chargepoints in Doncaster
Property developer Harworth Group has partnered with charging operator Zest to deliver and operate EV charging at residential dwellings within Riverdale Park, Doncaster.
