Tag: London

Uber Boat is cleaning up the Thames with the UK’s first all-electric ferry service, setting sail in 2025

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers begins construction on the Orbit Clipper, the UK’s first all-electric ferry, provide eco-friendly transport for 20,000 Thames passengers daily.Replacing a diesel vessel, the ferry helps Uber Boat cut emissions...

Fastned is modernising London with 25 ultra-rapid charging hubs 

Fastned and TfL’s Places for London will develop 25 ultra-rapid EV charging hubs across London by 2030.These hubs will provide 300 miles of range in 20 minutes, using renewable energy and offering community-friendly amenities.The...

New Irizar electric buses bring new tram-like tech to London’s Route 358

London’s Route 358 now has 20 advanced electric buses by Irizar with fast six-minute pantograph charging for efficient operation.The buses offer USB ports, safety enhancements, and advanced features like cameras and speed-limiting technology for...

Waltham Forest, London, installs its 1,000th public EV charge point 

Waltham Forest reached 1,000 public EV charge points, progressing toward 2,500 by 2026 with partner ubitricity's support.The council aims for 80% of households to be within 250 meters of a fast EV charging socket.This...

Hammersmith & Fulham adds electric bikes to its Veolia fleet

Hammersmith & Fulham Council, with Veolia, added 20 electric vehicles, including ecargo bikes and vans, to reduce pollution.The electric fleet is expected to cut emissions by 89%, supporting the council's goal of becoming the...

Osprey Charging and Railpen prepare for the future with new rapid EV chargers in Harrow, London

Osprey Charging Network and Railpen have installed three rapid EV chargers at St Ann’s Shopping Centre, Harrow.The chargers provide 100 miles of range in 35 minutes, reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 7,400 tonnes annually.This...

Kerbo Charge comes to London as Enfield Council trials through-pavement EV charging

Enfield Council is trialling Kerbo Charge’s through-pavement system, reducing costs for drivers without driveways and supporting EV adoption.This trial is the first in a London borough, following West Berkshire's successful implementation of the solution.The...

Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein conquers London chaos to clinch Formula E championship title

Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein secures the Formula E championship in London.Oliver Rowland takes his first career victory in a dramatic finale, as Cassidy’s race ends with a puncture and Evans finishes as the runner-up again.Despite...

Formula E is back in London for a nail-biting conclusion to Season 10, with electric innovation at the heart of the action

The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship ends with two races at London’s ExCeL, determining the champion.ABB’s GoFa™ robot creates the Champion Throne and features in workshops teaching girls programming and sustainability.ABB partners with...

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,...

London Stansted Airport launches high-speed EV charging hub

London Stansted Airport launches cutting-edge EV charging hub with 10 bays providing up to 150 kW power, enabling full charges in 30 minutes.Located on Thremhall Avenue, the hub serves airport passengers, commuters, and local...

Uber boosts London EV adoption with £5,000 grant for its drivers

Uber boosts London's EV revolution with £5,000 driver grants and incentives.London leads globally in Uber's EV usage, with 25% of miles covered by electric cars.Uber offers comprehensive support for EV adoption, including grants, discounts...
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Evolution of the British ebike industry: John Lewis stocks VOLT ebikes

John Lewis, the UK’s largest department store, now stocks VOLT ebikes nationwide.This marks a significant milestone for the ebike industry, breaking into the British mainstream market.James Metcalfe of VOLT and Emilia Hougasian of John...

London’s iconic black cab drivers join InstaVolt to call for greater government support

Black cab drivers in London team up with InstaVolt to seek government support for electric fleet transition.InstaVolt launches largest rapid charging superhub at Syon Park, offering reduced costs in solidarity with campaign.Advocates stress VAT...

Veolia and Haringey Council work together to electrify Wood Green for cleaner, greener streets in London

Veolia and Haringey Council team up for a sustainable makeover in Wood Green.New electric vehicles and equipment enhance waste management efficiency.Initiative supports broader goals for net-zero emissions and a cleaner, attractive environment.Wood Green, London,...

Lunaz upcycled electric vehicles are about to become commonplace on the streets of London

Lunaz achieves five-star DVS rating for safety and sustainability in upcycled electric vehicles.Positioned for 1,100 UEVs annually by 2024, meeting demand from London boroughs.UEVs showcase advanced safety tech, environmental sustainability, and 25% cost savings...

Tootbus teams up with VEV to save over 15,000 kg in carbon emissions per year across London bus operations

Tootbus teams up with VEV for a 15,567kg annual carbon emission reduction goal.Aiming to convert 30+ buses to electric by 2029, with three already transitioned.VEV provides 100% renewable power, ten chargers, and a solar...

1,400 e-bikes to join London’s Santander Cycles scheme as bike hire sweeps city

Santander Cycles in London will expand with 1,400 new e-bikes, significantly increasing the fleet.Starting in March, a budget-friendly £3 day pass will provide unlimited 30-minute rides within a 24-hour period.This expansion supports Mayor Sadiq...

Powerday brings Volvo FE Electric skiploaders to London

Powerday launches pioneering Volvo FE Electric skiploaders in London.The move supports Powerday's commitment to sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.Supplied by Volvo, these skiploaders prioritize efficiency, safety, and sustainable waste management.Two Volvo FE Electric skiploaders...

bp pulse launches its most game-changing EV powerhouse yet in the heart of London

Pimlico's new ultra-fast hub: 8 chargers at 150kW, powering up 100 miles in just 15 minutes - reshaping the electric game.At Q-Park Pimlico near Victoria station, the new Gigahub™ bolsters bp pulse's London presence,...

Transport for London seeks a partner for new inner-city charging hubs to drive towards emobility

London aims for rapid electric vehicle (EV) inner-city charging hubs, seeking a joint-venture partner with TfL for sustainability by 2030.Strategic EV hubs in leading UK adopter London target five locations, each with at least...

LEVC celebrates a huge sustainability milestone in London, UK

LEVC's electric TX taxi celebrates sustainability milestone as its prevented 200,000+ tonnes of CO2 emissions since 2018.The iconic black TX is now London's most common cab, with over 700 million miles traveled globally.LEVC is...

Transport UK Group and Wrightbus unite to propel zero emissions buses across London

Wrightbus energises Abellio's Transport for London lineup with 80 zero emissions buses, including 24 GB Kite and 56 StreetDeck Electroliners.The 2024 Kite models set the safety bar high, while StreetDeck Electroliners features cutting-edge interiors,...

TfL unveil plans to revolutionise London’s EV infrastructure

Having recently overtaken Amsterdam to become the city with the most electric vehicle (EV) charge points in Europe, London's commitment to expanding its emobility infrastructure shows no signs of slowing down.Transport for London (TfL)...
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