Tag: UK

Be.EV is to install over 200 ultra-rapid chargers will help close this gap, supporting both retail growth and the UK’s net-zero goals.The UK’s public EV charging network expanded by 37% in 2024, reaching 73,334...

Electric car registrations in the UK continued to see increases last month, according to the latest sales figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).The rise in EV sales comes despite an...

West Midlands will install 10,000 new EV charging points, including 200 ultra-fast units at nine dedicated hubs.Charger numbers in the region rose 36% in a year, supported by government funds and local councils.The plan...

Electric bus sales in the United Kingdom have reached new highs, with sales of fully-electric models up 35.5% in 2024 compared to 2023.2025 is primed to set another record, with the first four months...

Kia unveils PV5 electric van lineup (Cargo, Crew, Chassis Cab) for the UK market, with pre-orders starting May 1, 2025.PV5 Cargo priced from £27,645 (+VAT) with up to 247-mile range and fast 400V charging.Crew...

The official UK distributor of Farizon, Jameel Motors UK, has appointed logistics firm DHL to partially support the fully-electric van's UK market launch.The Farizon SV is set to be officially launched at this week's...

UK reaches 100,000 public EV chargers, with rapid growth and strong momentum toward the 2030 goal of 300,000.Local projects lead the way, including Suffolk’s plan to install 6,000 on-street chargers and LEVI funding support...

InstaVolt cuts charging rate to 65p/kWh at its new Winchester Superhub, with 50p/kWh off-peak via the free app.Site features 44 ultra-rapid chargers, solar panels, battery storage, and additional facilities.Green tech reduces grid use, lowers...

UK fast-charging EV battery technology firm, Nyobolt, has raised a significant $30 million worth of investment in its latest round of funding, bringing the total capital raised by the firm to around $100 million.The...

England's National Highways has made another significant move to electrify its fleet of vehicles that keep England's major roads and motorways running, placing an order for another 58 fully-electric Toyota vehicles.The order includes 18...

Suffolk will install 6,000 new EV chargepoints starting in Summer 2025, addressing the needs of residents without driveways.The project follows similar initiatives, like Brighton & Hove's plan to create the UK's largest on-street charging...

Over 1.4 million Brits are picking up new EV slang as electric vehicle culture expandsPhrases like “Volt-and-Bolt” and “Ghost Charging” describe real-life charging experiences, issues, and etiquetteBe.EV has released a slang dictionary to help...

Delivery firm DPD's UK arm has kicked off trials for adding fully-electric trucks to its transportation fleet, as it looks to further decarbonise its delivery operations and become net zero by 2040.DPD has partnered...

Chinese EV OEM XPENG has opened its first UK-based dealerships, as the brand begins competing with established EV brands in the country.The first dealerships to open are in Nottingham and Southampton, with more XPENG...

£37.8 million worth of investment from the UK government is set to help deliver a further 319 zero-emission buses to England's public transport network.In addition, every £1 of this government investment will be matched...

The UK government has announced a number of changes to the zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, whilst also delivering on its promise to bring forward a ban on new pure petrol and pure diesel passenger...

The United Kingdom has just recorded its best month on record for EV sales, with over 68,000 fully-electric cars sold in the month of March, according to figures gathered by New AutoMotive.By comparison, 20,659...

Much in the same fashion as electric car sales in the UK, battery-electric vans (below 4.25 tonnes) have recorded their best ever month of sales in the UK, with 4,215 such vehicles sold across...

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has led the coordination of a joint letter to the UK's Transport, Environmental Audit and Business Select Committees, calling on more support to ensure that the...

Ecobat launched three battery recycling plants in one year, with plans to expand processing to 25,000 tons.Soaring global EV production and battery demand make recycling critical for sustainable supply and reduced mineral extraction.Each facility...

Battery demand is soaring as BEV production is set to double by 2035, with the UK aiming to export 80% of its EV output.Record-breaking UK EV sales and booming US demand are driving the...

Siemens is helping TfGM to install charging infrastructure and aid Manchester’s electric bus transition.The Bee Network’s electric bus fleet grew to 25% in two years, aiming for full electrification by 2030.A Power Purchase Agreement...

The UK Department for Transport has extended the Plug-in Truck Grant incentive for another year, in an effort to continue driving adoption of electric HGVs in the country.12 tonne-plus electric trucks will be able...

As the UK's major Port of Tilbury, located east of London, drives towards a zero-emission future, fleet electrification specialists Fleete have unveiled a major project to construct an commercial electric vehicle charging hub within...