Tag: ev-strategy

British Attitudes Towards Sustainability in 2024: YouGov’s survey places Tesla at the top

Tesla is recognised as a top sustainable automaker by Britons, especially the 'Planet Protectors', in new YouGov survey.Only 42% of British consumers somewhat trust sustainability logos, with just 4% expressing complete trust.Financial concerns influence...

Equipmake continues to convert as it upgrades 10 Golden Tours buses to electric in London

Equipmake contracts Golden Tours to convert ten London tour buses to electric using ZED technology.Conversion emphasises sustainability and efficiency, featuring advanced thermal management and cost-effective repowering.Partnership follows initial £2 million order, expected to save...

Energising a Better Britain: Vauxhall is flying the flag for electric vans on UK TV

Vauxhall's "Energising a Better Britain" campaign showcases its electric vans and partnerships with British Gas and OpenReach.The campaign includes a TV ad on ITV, Channel 4, and Sky, highlighting Vauxhall's leadership in electric vans.Vauxhall's...

US EPA announces $875m in funding for over 3,100 electric school buses

The US Environmental Protection Agency announced funding worth $875m for 3,400 school buses across the country, across 530 separate school districts, of which 92% will be electric.45% of the school districts selected are located...

Kia EV9 production begins in Georgia, USA

Kia began production of its EV9 electric SUV at its assembly plant in Georgia this week, marking the first production electric vehicle to be built in the state.Whilst the EV9 is already being produced...

Renault collaborates with Chinese firm to bring sub-€20k Twingo to market

Renault has announced a partnership with an unnamed Chinese firm to develop cheaper electric vehicles.This includes the future all-electric Twingo, which is set to go on sale with a price below the €20,000 (£17,000...

The first electric Jeep: Meet the Wagoneer S

Stellantis brand, Jeep, unveiled its first fully electric vehicle on Thursday, the Wagoneer S.Whilst we’re still waiting for a fully-electric take on the popular boxy Wrangler model, this mid-size electric SUV looks to be...

World EV Day™ 2024 is 100 days away

World EV Day™ is 100 days away, celebrating its fifth anniversary with global stakeholders and Auto Trader.The event aims to keep emobility a political priority beyond 2024, featuring test drives to inspire change.Previous events...

EV finance deals: The best offers in the UK right now

With lower initial outlays, the wide range of EV finance offers available is making electric car ownership in the UK even more attractive.With many manufacturers now selling their EVs directly to consumers, even more...

Scale Microgrids and EO Charging partner to bring holistic fleet charging solutions to the US

Scale Microgrids and EO Charging partner to provide advanced, reliable EV fleet charging solutions.Integration of EO's charging infrastructure with Scale's resilient microgrids, powered by solar and batteries.EO handles depot design and maintenance; Scale manages...

UK motorbike enthusiasts: Now’s your chance to try the Maeving RM1S electric motorbike

Maeving expands test drives of the RM1S electric motorbike to four new locations from June 13th.RM1S is lauded as a top-tier electric motorbike, featuring enhanced second-generation powertrain.Co-founder Will Stirrup hails RM1S as an industry...

British EV drivers are paying the highest charging rates in Europe

British EV drivers pay the highest rates for high-power charging, at over €c14 per kilometre.LCP Delta's CHARGEtrack tool shows significant tariff differences across 32 European countries, revealing mid-range prices in Germany, the Netherlands, and...
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On-street EV charging is evolving thanks to Gravity’s new DEAP Trees in New York City

Gravity's "DEAP Trees" aim to surpass Tesla's Supercharger network with advanced, universal on-street EV charging.DEAP Trees offer 200 miles of range in 13 minutes (200kW) or 5 minutes (500kW).The system includes retractor-less cables, bidirectional...

Indian EV ride-hailing service, BluSmart, expands its fleet and plans to go global

BluSmart plans to triple its EV fleet from 7,500 to 25,000 within three years.The company will enter Dubai in June with 100 Audi EVs, aiming for 300 vehicles by December, while focusing on major...

Brentwood Borough Council sets up for the future with Believ partnership

Brentwood Borough Council, in partnership with Believ, has added 22 new EV charging points at Chatham Way Car Park and King George’s Playing Fields.The initiative supports the council's climate goals and prepares for the...

48 new MAN electric buses hit the streets of Hamburg, Germany

VHH adds 48 MAN electric buses, boosting its electric fleet to 183 out of 750.The buses feature large mobility areas, illuminated stop buttons, door air conditioning, and trial cameras replacing mirrors.These buses, part of...

Brazil is embracing EVs, overtaking Belgium as a top importer of Chinese EV models

EV market in Brazil will grow from US$661.3 million in 2024 to US$1,236.0 million by 2028.China exported 40,163 new energy vehicles to Brazil in April 2024, marking a 13-fold year-on-year increase.Chinese automakers, including BYD...

Evolt Charging launches a new rapid EV charging hub at London Stansted Airport

Evolt Charging launched a rapid EV charging hub at London Stansted Airport, featuring 10 bays with 150kW Evolt Touch units for 30-minute full charges.The Evolt Touch units have 32-inch screens for displaying tariffs, instructions,...

GoPlugable partners with Ohme to increase smart charging across Ireland

GoPlugable partners with Ohme, enabling charger owners to earn money by sharing home EV chargers in Ireland.Smart chargers optimise schedules for off-peak tariffs and renewable energy, connecting with all Irish suppliers.Ohme, an award-winning EV...

Divided EV perceptions: Bridging the gap between EV owners and potential adopters

EV perceptions are divided, a widening gap exists between non-EV owners and actual users, reports show.Satisfaction high among EV adopters: 94% content, with minimal charging concerns reported.Incentives are crucial for adoption, government and business...

Verge Motorcycles expands to the US with two electric motorbike showrooms

Verge Motorcycles opens US electric motorbike stores in Los Angeles on June 1 and San Jose on June 6.Features include the advanced Starmatter platform and Starmatter Vision with multiple cameras and radar.Recent expansion includes...

GM partners with Redwood, to reduce EV battery production waste

Redwood Materials, an American business aiming to recycle Lithium-ion batteries to create a circular supply chain for EV batteries, has announced a partnership with GM Ultium Cells.Ultium Cells is the joint battery manufacturing venture...

Renault-backed Software République reveals electric clinic on wheels

Software République, a collaboration between seven companies, including Renault, Orange, and JCDecaux, has revealed its ‘U1st Vision’ concept: An all-electric compact van, designed to be a zero-emissions portable health clinic.While not designed as a...

Lunaz powers up operations again

Lunaz, backed by David Beckham, resumes operations in electric vehicle conversion.New structure sets the foundation for long-term sustainable growth.Up-cycled Electric Vehicles to trial world’s first electrified 26-tonne trucks this summer.Lunaz Resumes Operations with Beckham...
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