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.
EVs cost same or less as petrol on a monthly lease
Electric vehicles (EV) now cost the same as or even less than petrol cars on a monthly lease, according to new data from Octopus Electric Vehicles.
National Grid DSO publishes Network Development Plan
National Grid’s Distribution System Operator (DSO) has published its 2026 Network Development Plan (NDP), setting out how the distribution network will evolve to meet rising demand, enable low‑carbon technologies, and support sustainable growth across its licence areas. The NDP provides a forward-looking view of the network, highlighting where capacity is available, where investment is needed, and how constraints will be managed. It is designed to give local authorities, […]
EVs now most popular fuel type for Autotrader enquiries
Electric vehicles (EV) are now the most popular fuel type on Autotrader for the first time ever, according to the platform and Zapmap.
First Bus trials electricity balancing to reduce energy waste
First Bus trialling the use of its electric bus depots to help balance the UK’s electricity system by adjusting when vehicles charge, reducing wasted renewable energy.
