All Electric articles – Page 70
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NewsExiting EU without a deal will damage EV development warn car manufacturers
Cars manufacturers have warned there will be a setback in development of the electric car market if there is no deal in the talks between the UK and EU over a free trade agreement.
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NewsCentral England Co-op reopens forecourt at £3m flagship redevelopment in Lichfield
Central England Co-op has reopened its revamped petrol station in Lichfield as it completed the first stage of a £3m redevelopment of its flagship site.
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NewsPetromex Forecourt Services applies for planning permission for KDRB in Preston
A planning application to knock down and rebuild a petrol station and add a drive-thru Costa outlet has been submitted to Preston City Council.
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NewsLeeds abandons plans for Clean Air Zone after improvement in pollution levels
Leeds’ planned Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is no longer required thanks to businesses switching to cleaner vehicles faster than expected, a joint review by Leeds City Council and central government has concluded.
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NewsEV charging points provider Elmtronics signs a partnership deal with Octopus Energy
EV charging points provider Elmtronics has signed a partnership with Octopus Energy to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the UK.
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NewsSupply of electric cars in UK could dry up in 2021 think tank warns
The supply of new electric cars in the UK is in danger of running out next year as manufacturers prioritise the EU market, a think tank has warned.
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NewsBP Chargemaster wins £21m contract from Police Scotland
BP Chargemaster has been awarded a contract worth up to £21m by Police Scotland to supply electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across its estates.
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NewsLeasing of electric vehicles has doubled since tax incentive was introduced
The number of drivers opting to lease an electric vehicle (EV) has almost doubled in the first six months since a new tax incentive was introduced, according to EV specialists Octopus Electric Vehicles.
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NewsScania introduces its first series production range of electric trucks
Scania has launched its first series production range of electric trucks. The vehicles in the new range – a fully electric truck and a high-performance plug-in hybrid – focus initially on urban applications, including distribution to retailers.
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Equipment NewsBureau Veritas introduces inspection service for electric vehicle chargers
Electrical safety expert Bureau Veritas has launched an independent new inspection offering for EV charging points to help duty holders ensure all installations are compliant with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the BS7671- Requirements for Electrical Installations (IET Wiring Regulations).
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News“Challenging” future as SMMT reveals worst new-car registrations for 20 years
The UK new car market declined -4.4% in September, the weakest September since the introduction of the dual number plate system in 1999, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The sector recorded 328,041 new registrations in the month – some -15.8% lower than the 10-year average of around 390,000 units for the month.
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NewsTotal acquires network of more than 1,600 on-street EV chargers in London
Total has agreed a deal to take over a network of more than 1,600 on-street electric vehicle charging points in London.
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NewsPRA chief issues warning over proposal to mandate EV chargers on forecourts
The PRA chairman Brian Madderson has warned the transport secretary Grant Shapps that speculation about mandating electric charging on petrol forecourts is not feasible for both safety and financial reasons. The warning came after press reports surrounding the proposal to bring forward the cut-off date for sales of new internal combustion engine and hybrid cars from 2040.
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NewsLargest electric vehicle charging hub at UK railway station opens
The largest electric vehicle (EV) charging hub at a UK railway station has been opened at Hatfield in Hertfordshire by the transport secretary Grant Shapps.
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NewsGridserve confirms partnerships to deliver ‘world-class’ customer experience at its first Electric Forecourt
Gridserve has announced multiple new partnerships with leading retail, service and technology giants to deliver a “world-class” customer experience at the UK’s first Electric Forecourt, due to open near Braintree, Essex, this November. The retail partners, including WHSmith, Costa Coffee, Post Office, Booths, and Gourmade, alongside charging infrastructure partners ABB, Tesla, and customer support from the AA
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NewsHighways England’s £9.3m boost for electric vehicles on first World EV Day
Highways England is super-charging a green incentive scheme with a multi-million pound investment that allows businesses to try electric vehicles for free before they buy. The announcement was made as the first World EV Day gets underway.
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NewsEngie installs 20 GeniePoint electric vehicle chargers at residential development
Engie and Greenpoint Services have been working together to provide electric vehicle charging facilities at a new residential development in Virginia Water, Surrey.
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NewsFreewire uses battery to boost power of electric vehicle charger
FreeWire Technologies, whose investors include BP, has announced the deployment of Boost Charger at an ampm fuel and convenience store in Lodi, California.
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NewsBP Chargemaster and M&S trial electric vehicle rapid charging at M&S stores
BP Chargemaster and M&S have partnered to assess the use of electric vehicle (EV) rapid charging at M&S stores across the UK.
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NewsScotland leading the UK in provision of rapid chargers for electric vehicles
Scotland is leading the rest of the UK in terms of provision of rapid EV chargers, according to new figures released by the Department for Transport (DfT).