James Evison, Author at Transport + Energy

BP launches new format EV charging hub

Forecourt operator bp has launched its first new format EV charging and convenience hub at Cromwell Road on the A4 in Hammersmith, London.

ChargePlace Scotland partners with Zapmap

Electric vehicle (EV) charging network ChargePlace Scotland has partnered with Zapmap as a payment partner.

Octopus Energy partners with gs8 on ‘zero bills’ scheme

UK’s energy supplier Octopus Energy and sustainable housebuilder gs8 have teamed up to develop the UK’s largest ‘Zero Bills’ development in Thornwood, Epping.

Hydrogen scheme kicks off in Aberdeen

A project that will help establish a sustainable distribution network of hydrogen in Scotland and across the UK has commenced at the University of Aberdeen.

Motability Foundation endorses chargepoint assessment schemes

The Motability Foundation is endorsing assessment schemes run by AccessAble, BSI Assurance UK and the British Parking Association (BPA) that check the accessibility of public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints.

Kempower launches 0% financing for DC fast-charging solutions

Finnish DC fast-charging solutions provider Kempower has launched a 0% financing campaign for the purchase of its DC fast-charging solutions.

Leeds adds battery-powered trucks to refuse collection

Leeds City Council has added the first three battery-powered Mercedes-Benz eEconic trucks to its fleet.

Growth in global electricity demand to accelerate

Increase in electricity consumption through 2027 is expected to average around 4% annually, driven by growing use for industry, air conditioning, electrification and data centres, according to the IEA.

Offshore wind could power own maintenance vessels

Offshore windfarms could be serviced by battery-powered zero emission vessels charged from the windfarm’s own turbines in the future, a study has found.

Battery health tests “fundamental” to used EV market

UK-based EV battery-health testing firm Generational has revealed its strategy for intuitive battery-health assessment technology. The business’ proprietary battery assessment tool aims to provide simple, seamless battery-health checks for pre-owned EVs. This allows dealers to provide consumers with peace of mind, achieve sales at a faster rate, and reduce vehicles’ time on the forecourt, it […]