Tag: UK

Bolton gets a major EV boost with Zest’s new ultra-rapid charging hub.12 high-speed chargers and InPost Lockers improve convenience and sustainability.Supports Bolton’s carbon neutrality goal and expands EV infrastructure in the north.Zest opens ultra-rapid...

The InstaVolt Winchester Super Hub offers 44 ultra-rapid chargers, spacious bays, and amenities, making EV charging more convenient.Running on 100% renewable energy with solar panels and battery storage, the hub ensures efficiency and supports...

Ed Jones appointed as Nissan GB's new Sales Director, starting 16th June 2025, after seven years at Audi UK.Jones returns to Nissan at a time of strong growth and innovation, focusing on electric and...

New British automotive firm Longbow has unveiled a duo of ultra-lightweight electric sports cars, which it says creates a new segment within the EV industry.Rather than just BEVs, Longbow is classifying the new cars...

Connekt Charging’s appointment to the Crown Commercial Service framework streamlines EV charger procurement for public sector organisations nationwide.Local councils can now install EV charging stations in key locations, supporting residents without access to private...

13 councils across the UK's East Midlands are set to share £40.8 million worth of government funding, to help install over 16,000 more public EV charging points across the region.The funding has come from...

In the previous month of February, 1 in 4 new cars registered in the UK had a fully-electric powertrain, according to the latest statistics from New AutoMotive.Specifically, 20,647 new BEVs were registered last month,...

Ohme MultiCar allows users to manage multiple EVs on one account, making switching and charging easier.Cost tracking helps differentiate personal and company cars, with detailed charging data for expenses.Smart charging optimises energy use with...

Stellantis-owned new and used retailer, Stellantis &You, has launched a new consumer campaign to further drive electric car adoption amongst UK customers.The new landing page on its site puts together a comprehensive guide to...

The UK government has extended Workplace Charging Scheme funding for home and workplace EV chargepoints for another year to support cleaner energy.More than 1,400 EV chargers have been installed at schools, with £3 million...

The UK's Advanced Propulsion Centre has released a new report called 'L(M)FP batteries for EV adoption from a UK perspective' - which outlines how utilising LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries and localising supply chains...

UK car production fell 17.7% in January, but EV and hybrid vehicle production rose 1.5%, reaching 42.2% of total output.EU EV sales surged 34%, overtaking diesel, while UK growth remains slower due to weak...

Volklec becomes the UK’s only independent battery manufacturer, partnering with China’s Far East Battery (FEB) to produce lithium-ion cells at UKBIC.Production begins in 2025, with two types of 21700 cylindrical battery cells for e-mobility...

As new electric car sales in the UK have grown year-on-year, this trend has also been followed by the number of EVs hitting the country's used car market.While barely run-in used electric cars under...

The UK Department for Transport is committing a further £120 million towards growing the EV industry, specifically when it comes to uptake of electric vans, electric taxis, and electric motorbikes.The funding, which was confirmed...

The UK needs skilled workers for the EV transition, with 40,000 new automotive jobs expected by 2030.A new veterans career guide, launched by Mission Automotive & SMMT, helps ex-military personnel enter the industry.Veterans have...

75% of EV drivers say high charging costs, misinformation, and expensive upfront prices are barriers to adoption.EVA England suggests expanding salary sacrifice schemes, offering affordable EV options for low-income households, and improving accessibility.The report...

Wallbox and Believ are expanding the UK’s EV charging network with high-power DC fast chargers (60kW, 120kW, 150kW, 220kW).The first installation is in Scotland, with plans for a nationwide rollout at key locations like...

Used electric cars sold faster in February, taking 29 days on average, ahead of petrol at 30 days.The Jaguar I-PACE was the fastest-selling EV, taking just 14 days.Some EVs, like the BMW i5, struggled,...

Leeds City Council has introduced three electric refuse trucks, cutting 45 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year.The trucks will operate in high-pollution areas, supporting Leeds’ clean air strategy for 2030.They charge overnight at an...

A group of UK companies within Climate Group's 'EV100' membership have made a joint call for the UK industry as a whole to step up its positive messaging on electric vehicles, to drive adoption.The...

ChargeUK reports: Weakening the ZEV mandate will slow charger rollout, raise prices, and hurt EV adoption.Vicky Read urges the government to stick to the mandate, cut costs, and boost charging incentives.The charging sector is...

The UK’s public EV charging network grew by 37% in 2024, reaching 73,334 chargers, with the biggest increases happening in urban areas.Most chargers are slow, with only 20% being rapid. They are mainly located...

A new UK-based 40GWh electric vehicle battery gigafactory, operated by Tata Group's global battery arm, Agratas, is on track for a 2026 opening, with National Grid confirming it has commenced the work of getting...