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.
Fastned strengthen Northern Ireland’s charging network
Ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging company Fastned has opened one of Northern Ireland’s fastest EV charging hub in Banbridge.
Grid Smarter Cities marks anniversary of freight scheme
Software solutions business Grid Smarter Cities has marked one year of delivering more efficient freight loading and unloading in London.
Trojan partners with Ceredigion County Council
Trojan Energy is partnering with Ceredigion County Council to deliver an on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging trial in Aberystwyth.
King Charles shown JCB hydrogen power
His Majesty King Charles III has been given a showcase of JCB’s hydrogen power as he toured the company’s World Headquarters.
InstaVolt due to open Winchester Superhub
Chargepoint operator InstaVolt is set to open one of the UK’s largest and most advanced ultra-rapid hubs in Winchester this spring.
Volklec signs agreement with Far East Battery
Midlands-based battery manufacturing business Volklec has agreed an exclusive license agreement with Asian battery supplier Far East Battery (FEB).