Tag: ev-strategy

The UK’s Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has warned that EV training for mechanics must not slow, despite the possibility of the 2030 ICE ban being pushed back.Number of recently qualified EV technicians...

EV takeup is slower than it should be due to a lack of growth in public charging infrastructure.The research claims that current government initiatives are not sufficient to address the issue.Some of the issues...

Skoda sold 31,300 Enyaq iVs in the first half of 2023, up 41% from the same period last year.With another six EV models joining the Skoda range, Skoda can expect a strong increase in...

Volkswagen will own a 5% stake in Chinese-owned EV brand XPENG.The move comes in response to Volkswagen and its wider group trying to up its market share in the Chinese EV world.The two companies...

Renault has joined the electric car price war, attempting to reduce its production costs by 40% by 2027.The goal will be crucial for offering EVs at the same price as Chinese rivals such as...

BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis reach an agreement to create a new EV charging network across North America.The agreement means 30,000 extra charging points will be added to the region.New chargepoints...

The number of public charging points in the UK increased 10% since April this year and an impressive 38% year-on-year, according to new statistics released by the Department for Transport.The data, provided in association...

GRIDSERVE secures £500M green financing for EV charging expansion, the largest debt raise for a private chargepoint operator.Funding covers GRIDSERVE’s unique Sun-to-Wheel renewable energy offer, including 500 new Electric Super Hubs and 3,000 High...

Nissan has announced that its global electric car sales figure has passed one million.The milestone was hit since it launched its first fully-electric vehicle, the Leaf, back in 2010.The number of the company’s EV...

Swedish car company NEVs revealed the Emily GT concept earlier this year, an EV crafted by engineers from the now-defunct Saab.An anonymous investor has purchased the intellectual property rights to put the car into...

Tesla plans to build car and battery manufacturing facilities within India, which will also produce a new model in the company’s rangeThis would be the cheapest electric car Tesla make so farThe news comes...

The UK Integration Committee, led by Alfonso Martinez and Tim Laver, aims to strengthen connections and offer innovative, eco-conscious mobility solutions.The Committee will focus on boosting technology, implementing green practices, and shaping a sustainable...

UK-based WAE Technologies claims its new battery algorithm software could reduce electric car charging times by up to 25%.The solution can also improve electric vehicle range by 10%.This new technology could further improve the...

Used EVs selling rapidly despite softening used car market.Strong demand, 30-day average sell time, eco-friendly appeal.Used EVs help counter market softening, older cars gain value.Used electric vehicles (EVs) are selling rapidly despite a slight...

Chinese car manufacturer SAIC confirmed that it will partner with Audi on future EV development.The news comes as Audi and the wider Volkswagen group have had to delay future electric car models.Audi will make...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk hinted that another price drop may be on the way for its models.Other EV manufacturers have also started dropping model prices.This comes as the Model Y becomes the best selling...

Tata confirms new battery gigafactory will be based in the UK giving the EV sector a big boostLargest ever automotive investment in the UK supports EV sectorWhat does this news mean for the future...

Royal Mail achieves milestone with 5,000 electric vehicles in fleetOver 160 delivery units in the UK switch to electric operationsSustainability plan focuses on emissions reduction, circular practices, and collaborationThe Royal Mail has reached a...

Volkswagen takes part in the popular customisation of its vans, showcasing a one-off festival-ready variant of its electric ID. Buzz van, called the ‘Glamper Van’.The Glamper Van will be shown to the public at...

ALD | LeasePlan will invest €300m to finance 15,000 new electric car lease vehicles, consisting of fully electric cars and low-emission plug-in hybrids.The European Investment Bank (EIB) will also invest €300m into the project.The...

Over a hundred charging points are being installed in preparation for Oxford Bus Company’s 104 electric buses later this year.The charging hub will be powered by EDF renewable energy.The task is part of the...

The EV charging point supplier has agreed to install 60 22kW chargers at McArthurGlen’s Paris designer outlet.The chargers can charge up to 120 electric cars simultaneously.The news comes just after the company announced a...

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally was unveiled at Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekendThe customised EV has rally wheels, chunkier tyres, and a larger spoilerFord plans to bring the car to market in autumn...

UK drivers show strong interest in switching to EVs despite charging challenges.Lack of sufficient charging infrastructure and long queues cause anxiety among EV drivers.Current EV owners express high satisfaction and willingness to contribute to...