Tag: sustainability
Polestar breaks the cycle between growth and carbon emissions
Polestar has achieved a 25% cut in carbon emissions per new car sold, since the manufacturer started measuring in 2020, according to figures from its latest annual sustainability report.With this achievement, Polestar has proved...
Heavyweight vs. Lightweight: Why ‘Lean’ electric vehicles are a smarter choice
This guest editor piece was written by Sravan Appana, Chief Executer at micromobility firm iGo. You can find out more about iGo's products, here.We live in a world where the urban landscape has to...
Two world records set in North to South Pole EV roadtrip
Chris Ramsey and Julie Ramsey of sustainable exploration firm, Plug in Adventure, have been awarded two separate Guinness World Records off the back of their 2023 EV roadtrip, which saw them drive from the...
Longest range electric cars in 2025
Battery range on new EVs is continuously improving. Whilst 200 miles was previously seen as the minimum standard for electric cars, a range of over 300 miles on an EV is quickly becoming an...
Flexis sets new standards in urban logistics with next-gen electric fleet
Flexis unveils three EV models on a cutting-edge skateboard platform with SDV tech, built for Europe’s urban logistics.Production to kick off at Renault’s Sandouville plant, with first deliveries in 2026.Big players under the likes...
Cheapest electric cars in the UK – 2025
As economies of scale and improved production methods continue to bring down the cost of EVs, and manufacturer's original investments finally pay off, the cheap electric car market is growing at rapid pace -...
Polestar Energy launches in UK, hoping to lower home EV charging costs further
All-electric performance car brand, Polestar, has launched its Polestar Energy app in the UK, following a successful pilot scheme previously ran in the country.Much like smart charging apps provided to customers by other electric...
BMW partners with SK tes to create circular economy for EV batteries
As the BMW Group gears up towards creating more sustainable circular economies for its future operations, another milestone has been reached, after announcing a pan-European partnership with sustainable technology services firm, SK tes.The partnership,...
Nissan boosts sustainability beyond EVs, with rewilding project at its Sunderland plant
The Nissan Sunderland plant in the UK is set to be transformed into a 'flagship EV hub', combining electric vehicles, renewable energy, and battery production, all under one site.However, it's not just these three...
Attention car dealers: you’re selling EVs all wrong! Here’s how you can fix it
Confessions of a frustrated EV buyerAfter years of wanting to be an EV owner (and patiently waiting for prices to drop), a stunning electric blue Hyundai Kona now graces my driveway. Trading in my...
Microlino: A long term review of the miniature EV
This guest editor piece was written by Ben Macdonald, CEO of Nodum. You can find out more about Nodum’s charging solutions, here. Ben previously worked with Microlino to help set up its UK dealer...
Review of the Ford E-Transit: a familiar face with an electric heart
The Ford E-Transit retains the classic Transit design and practicality while offering electric benefits.This EV provides a smooth, quiet ride with plenty of power and a decent range (up to 196 miles).The...
Evri takes on 10 fully-electric DAF XB trucks
UK delivery firm, Evri, has become one of the first firms to integrate the new all-electric DAF XB truck into its fleet, as it aims to decarbonise its fleet - particularly in the middle...
EVs from Tesla, Vauxhall, Hyundai, and BYD walk away with 5 star ratings in latest Green NCAP tests
Euro NCAP tests give information on how well new cars protect and prevent both occupants and other road users in collisions, but Green NCAP, which first started publishing results in 2019, shows how well...
EV battery packs drop to record low average of $97 per kWh
The industry price of lithium-ion battery packs has seen its most significant drop since 2017, with prices dropping 20% year on year as of the end of 2024.The average lithium-ion battery pack price has...
EV battery life expectancy could be 40% higher than previous estimates
A new study undertaken by scientists at the SLAC-Stanford Battery Center suggests that EV batteries could last up to 40% longer in real world conditions over the lifetime of the battery, compared to battery...
The Green Grocer: What next for Tesco’s sustainability story?
As the largest supermarket retailer in the UK, Tesco, which has over 3,600 stores across the country, is in a prime position to decarbonise its operations - particularly when it comes to the transportation...
E.ON shows results of bidirectional charging pilot scheme
Multinational energy firm, E.ON, has been running its 'Bi-clEVer' pilot project since 2022, exploring the real-world application of bidirectional EV charging - with the hope of improving sustainability, while reducing costs and energy dependency.With...
Renault, MyWheels, and We Drive Solar to launch Europe’s first V2G car sharing service
Renault Group, alongside Dutch solar charging specialists We Drive Solar and Dutch on-demand car sharing firm, MyWheels, have created an agreement which could result in launching Europe's first large-scale car sharing service that integrates...
BMW Group to open EV battery cell recycling centre
BMW Group is set to open a 'Cell Recycling Competence Centre' (CRCC) for EV battery cells, which is being constructed in the Bavaria region of Germany.This facility will carry out a new process developed...
Top Women in EV returns to ElectricDrives: 2025 Nominations are now open!
Nominations open for the 2025 Top Women in EV campaignThe campaign has recognised 350 women and facilitated mentorship for over 170 professionals.We will announce the finalists during the March 3rd - 9th 2025 social...
Mercedes-owned YASA partners with Lamborghini, creating electric drive motors
Electric motor technology firm YASA, which began as a spin out from Oxford University before growing and being acquired by Mercedes-Benz AG back in 2021, has had an ongoing partnership with Automobili Lamborghini since...
B&Q begins electrifying its delivery fleet
One of the UK's largest DIY and home improvement chains, B&Q, has kickstarted the process of electrifying its home delivery fleet with the arrival of electric trucks to its fleet of home delivery vehicles.These...
Silence reveals new electric motorbikes at EICMA
Urban emobility brand, Silence, which is owned by Spain's Acciona, revealed a trio of new electric motorbike options at the Milan Motorcycle Show (EICMA), earlier this month.This included an updated version of its electric...