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SEAT EV factory to produce electric CUPRA and Volkswagen models from 2026

Volkswagen Group's Spanish arm, SEAT, is set to begin producing fully-electric cars from its Martorell factory in Barcelona for the first time.Starting from 2026, the factory will produce two compact electric cars: initially the...

BYD now outperforming Tesla in European EV sales

Relative newcomer to the European market, BYD, has now overtaken Tesla in terms of fully-electric car sales in Europe, according to new data from JATO Dynamics.In April, across Europe, BYD sold 7,231 fully-electric cars,...

Plymouth receives first of fifty electric buses, in major electrification drive

The UK city of Plymouth has made a significant order of fifty electric buses, with the first of these new buses arriving in the city's transport fleet this month.The major electrification drive has been...

FIAT enters electric micromobility with new last-mile delivery EV

FIAT's commercial vehicle branch, FIAT Professional, has revealed a new fully-electric three-wheeled vehicle, called the TRIS.The TRIS will complement FIAT's existing electric van range, offering a compact and sustainable solution for last-mile delivery.This new...

BYD debuts its sub-€23k Dolphin Surf EV in Europe

Chinese EV giant BYD has debuted another electric car for the European market, in the form of the budget, city-focused Dolphin Surf.Based on the BYD Seagull EV already sold in China, with several changes...

Luton Airport gets electric boost from new Shell EV charging hub

Shell launched a fast EV charging hub near Luton Airport with six 150kW chargers and useful amenities.The location supports airport passengers and local drivers, offering quick charging close to 7,300 nearby parking spaces.It’s part...

Motorsport electrified: Vauxhall and Opel reveal its all-electric Mokka rally car

Vauxhall and sibling brand Opel have revealed the Mokka GSE Rally, the first EV to be developed to the FIA’s new eRally5 regulations for electric rallying.Based partly on the road-going Mokka Electric, the new EV...

Nissan Micra EV revealed: A cheap electric car for the masses

Nissan has revealed the Micra EV, marking the first time that the manufacturer’s forty-year-old city car model has gone fully-electric.With prices likely to start below the £25,000 mark, the Micra will be notable as...

EV battery maker CATL surges in biggest stock listing of 2025

Chinese EV battery manufacturer, CATL, went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange this week, quickly becoming the world's biggest listing in 2025 - highlighting the confidence held in EV-related businesses.Shares have risen at...

Volvo Trucks reveals its new longer-range, faster-charging electric truck

Volvo Trucks has revealed the latest generation of the Volvo FH Aero Electric truck, now set to launch in the second quarter of 2026.The new model will be sold as the perfect electric truck...

Bridging the charging divide: EVA England tackles regional EV gaps with new toolkit

EVA England launches new ‘Charge Up Change’ toolkit helps EV drivers directly raise concerns with their local MPs.Public charging grew 37% in 2024, but access and affordability remain uneven, especially for driveway-less households.EVA England...

Solid state battery progress: BMW unveils first test vehicle

BMW Group's plans to bring solid state battery technology to future production EVs has reached a crucial milestone, after deploying a test vehicle with all solid state battery cells, in collaboration with solid state...
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UK’s Royal Mail acquires its 7,000th EV, with further expansion planned

The United Kingdom's primary postal service, Royal Mail, has reached a significant milestone in its electrification journey.This week, the firm unveiled its 7,000th electric vehicle, a Stellantis electric van which will join a 70-large...

New bp pulse charging hub near Frankfurt boosts Europe’s electric logistics drive

A new bp pulse charging hub near Frankfurt offers eight ultrafast chargers with solar-powered canopy for cars and HGVs.UK electric HGV adoption remains low at 0.3%, hindered by cost, infrastructure gaps, and vehicle range...

CATL brings battery swapping to electric trucks

Chinese EV battery manufacturer, CATL, is set to make battery swapping a reality for electric trucks and electric HGVs.The firm confirmed that it'll open 300 battery swapping facilities across China by the end of...

Sainsbury’s Smart Charge network passes 60 million miles worth of EV charging

UK supermarket Sainsbury's public EV charging arm, Sainsbury's Smart Charge, has passed an important milestone as it continues to expand its network across the UK.Since the launch of the network in 2024, and with...

40% of new car models in the UK now available in EV form

New car buyers in the UK have never had more choice when it comes to switching to an EV.Statistics published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that around two in...

Gloucester Services crowned as best EV charging hub in Europe

Gloucester Services, one of three motorway service areas in the UK run by Westmorland Family, which blend sustainability and nature into a place to stop on longer journeys, has been named as the best...

Renault Twingo EV confirmed for UK launch

The upcoming Renault Twingo EV, set to compete with a whole new host of sub-€20k electric cars, will indeed make its way to the right-hand-drive UK market, Renault brand CEO Fabrice Cambolive has confirmed.With...

IONITY secures massive record funding as it expands ultra-rapid charging network across Europe

IONITY has secured a record €450 million green loan for ultra-rapid charging in Europe, with the option to extend to €600 million.This funding will support major network expansions, including new ultra-rapid charging hubs across...

EV misconceptions: New survey reveals where EV messaging is still needed

New research carried out by BYD UK shows that a proportion of the British public still believe common and easily-dispelled EV myths.Whilst other research has suggested that older generations are more hesitant to switch...

MAN to begin production of its first electric coach from 2026

MAN Truck & Bus is set to be the first major European OEM to bring a fully-electric long-distance coach to market, with its newly-revealed Lion's Coach E set to start series production from 2026.Other...

EKLEO is driving French fleets forward with Kempower and Proviridis partnership

EKLEO is expanding its electric fleet with a high-performance charging station, targeting 30% zero-emission kilometres by 2027.The charging site includes 300 kW chargers with Kempower’s flexible "MORE" system, supporting up to 12 plugs per...

1 in 4 cars sold globally in 2025 to be electric, as battery prices continue to drop

The International Energy Agency (IEA)'s latest Global EV Outlook report suggests that electric car market share worldwide will rise to over 25% by the end of the year, as affordability of such vehicles continues...
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