All Fuel articles – Page 5
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NewsNew chargepoint operator Source launches first EV hub
The competitive world of EV chargepoint firms became even more competitive this month with the launch of Source, a new joint venture between energy firm SSE and French oil company Total Energies.
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NewsGovernment contract for Fuel Finder scheme awarded to VE3 Global
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has awarded the contract for the nationwide Fuel Finder database to a company called VE3 Global Ltd, it was announced this week.
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NewsHybrids outsell EVs as new-car registrations dip
Hybrid cars comfortably outsold EVs last month, as the new-car market declined 10.4% overall. Hybrids made up 25.5% of sales, with EVs being chosen by 20.4% of buyers.
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NewsCouncil switches bin lorries to HVO in bid to cut carbon emissions
Pendle Borough Council has opted to run six of its bin lorries on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as part of its plans to become carbon neutral by 2030.
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NewsWest Midlands to get 10,000 new EV chargers following DfT investment
A further 10,000 new chargepoints for electric vehicles will be installed across the West Midlands after funds were secured from central government for EV infrastructure improvements.
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NewsEV charging cables cut and stolen by thieves
Thieves have cut off and stolen cables from EV chargers at a retail park in Birstall, West Yorkshire.
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NewsMFG gets planning approval for new Dorset EV charging hub
MFG, which operates over 1,200 forecourts across the UK, has secured planning permission to add eight new EV charging bays to a Dorset filling station.
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NewsShropshire forecourts hit by spate of drive-off fuel thefts
Police are hunting for an individual believed to be responsible for a series of fuel thefts around Oswestry, Shropshire, and have released an image of the suspected perpetrator.
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NewsPlanning permission for pair of petrol stations in Norfolk refused
Plans to construct two new petrol stations either side of the A47 trunk road in Dereham, Norfolk, have been refused after the local authority deemed they would “cause significant harm to the character and openness of the landscape”.
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NewsAmbitious plans for new Middlesbrough EG On The Move forecourt revealed
A plot of land in Teesside, Middlesbrough, that has been vacant for two decades could be revitalised following the submission of plans for a new 24-hour petrol station, plus a drive-through coffee shop, EV charging and parking for 46 cars.
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NewsAllstar partners with Co Charger so fleet drivers can rent homeowners’ EV chargers
Fuel card company Allstar has joined forces with Co Charger, allowing fleet drivers to rent private ‘wallbox’ chargepoints out from homeowners.
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NewsElectric HGVs need better infrastructure, says SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling on Westminster to speed up grid connections and reduce planning red tape to facilitate the roll-out of electric commercial vehicles.
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News‘Petrol pumps’ offer refreshment to thirsty London Marathon runners
Participants in the 2025 London Marathon were offered replenishing drinks from an innovative dispenser this weekend, after a wellness brand built an ad-hoc ‘petrol station’ to provide weary runners with drinks as they neared the end of the race.
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NewsEG On The Move secures forecourt plot for £3.6m
The ground lease on a forecourt in Huyton, Merseyside, has been bought for £3.6m by EG On The Move.
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NewsChargepoint firm invests £900k in new ultra-rapid hub
A new EV charging hub with six ultra-rapid points is set to be installed at a Greater Manchester retail park following a £892,000 investment by chargepoint network Be.EV.
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News70th Texaco site opens in Northern Ireland
A forecourt owned by Henderson Group has become the 70th Texaco branded site in Northern Ireland following the relaunch of Henderson Silverwood.
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NewsEV chargers hit 100,000 milestone amid claims of “declining” petrol station numbers
Source: Getty Images EV charger numbers are, petrol stations down, says Octopus There are now 100,000 public EV chargepoints across 34,200 locations in the UK, growth that is in “stark contrast” to “declining” numbers of petrol stations, according to an energy supplier. Octopus Energy says a new ...
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NewsCostco forecourt gets go-ahead despite traffic concerns
A new filling station development by Costco has been approved by planners despite concerns from a local council that it would increase traffic volumes too much at a busy retail park.
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ArticleCalls for government to support retrofitting diesel vans with electric powertrains
Fleet electrification and retrofit tech firm Bedeo is calling on the government to support the retrofitting of diesel vans with an electric powertrain.
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ArticleMozambique hydrogen project could be good news for UK forecourts
A new green hydrogen project in Mozambique has the potential to generate green hydrogen at a scale and price point that UK forecourts could work with.