Tag: London
Trojan Energy continues its on-street charging expansion across London with 100 charge points in Harrow
Harrow partners with Trojan Energy to install 100 innovative on-street EV chargers, improving access for residents without driveways.The chargers are flush with the pavement, providing fast, 22kW charging while maintaining street cleanliness and accessibility.This...
Building an active and electric capital: London’s Santander ebike scheme cuts prices
From April 6, Santander and TfL are lowering prices for the Santander ebike hire scheme to make cycling more affordable.The Day Pass now offers unlimited one-hour rides for £3.50, and a single 30-minute e-bike...
Connecting Camden with on-street charging: Trojan Energy to install 570 public charge points in the London Borough
Camden Council partners with Trojan Energy to install 570 flat and flush® on-street EV charge points across the borough.The new chargers provide convenient on-street charging for residents without driveways, using personal adaptors and underground...
London to New York: The rise of lamppost EV charging
Lamppost EV charging uses existing streetlights and utility poles, providing a cost-effective and efficient way to expand infrastructure.The UK is leading with successful lamppost EV charging projects in London and Birmingham, boosting EV adoption.US...
Bedford Borough Council to install over 500 new EV chargers by 2040, with a £1 million UK government investment
500+ new EV chargers by 2040 in Bedford Borough, backed by £1 million government funding and private investment.First phase: 256 chargers, with plans to double the number for widespread EV access.Supports the 2035 petrol...
Compleo is electrifying Islington with a £1.2 million fleet charging project for the London borough’s council
Compleo UK secures £1.2m project to install EV chargers for Islington Council’s 550+ electric vehicles over two years.Chargers will be installed mainly at the waste and recycling centre, supporting a diverse fleet of electric...
TfL introduces new safety standards to support London’s growing ecargo bike fleets
TfL has introduced a new cargo bike safety standard to improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and other road users.The standard outlines 19 risks and includes 21 safety rules, requiring Bikeability Level 3 training and...
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...
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...