All Technology articles – Page 3
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Promotional FeatureWhy it’s crucial to introduce a contactless payment device on your unattended retail
In today’s economic climate, cost saving through smart decision making is essential to navigate financial pressures. Find out how unattended retail solutions could be the key.
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Equipment NewsDFS launches DX Power to connect EV chargers, fuel dispensers, payment systems and store
Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), has announed the European launch of DX Power, a solution that integrates electric vehicle (EV) chargers with Prizma, DFS’ connected mobility and convenience hub, to provide retailers with improved visibility and control, and customers with flexible payment options.
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Promotional FeatureStreamlining business operations for growth
To make businesses more profitable, run faster and better, forecourt retailers are seeking more sophisticated tools. We hear how one forecourt is utilising an integrated software platform to drive efficiencies and streamline growth.
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Promotional FeatureHow to future-proof your forecourt business
As forecourt retailers adapt to changing trends and consumer needs, investing in retail technology is key in helping them drive their business forwards.
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Promotional FeatureCould a laundromat be the right service to introduce to your forecourt?
Choosing the right service for your forecourt can increase footfall, encourage customer loyalty and also generate extra income. Find out how a laundromat service could boost your business.
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Focus On FeatureTECH TALK: Spotlight on fuels - hydrogen gaining traction
There’s no doubting the fact that people in the UK have been buying into the concept of plug-in EVs. SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) data shows that last year was the most successful year ever for sales of new battery EVs and hybrids.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON MAINTENANCE: Planning ahead
While consumers and retailers are focused on cutting costs – and quite rightly so given the horrendous increases in energy bills, among other things – there are some areas of the forecourt trading environment where cuts could do more harm than good.
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Promotional FeatureHow investing in retail technology can boost forecourt efficiencies and sales
With costs going up, forecourts are looking at smart retail solutions to save money in store and grow efficiencies. Two forecourts leading with modern EDGEPoS technology tell us their story.
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Equipment NewsMaking rebranding pay
A visual overhaul can transform a forecourt from passive and functional to engaging and attractive – a place where drivers make an active choice to rest, relax and recharge rather than a quick pit stop.
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NewsBP to invest up to £50 million in new global battery research and development centre in Britain
BP has unveiled plans to invest up to £50 million (around $60 million) in a new, state-of-the-art electric vehicle (EV) battery testing centre and analytical laboratory in the UK.
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NewsBritish car makers demand urgent action as they face £90m energy cost hike
British automotive manufacturers are calling for urgent action on spiralling costs as new analysis from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveals firms face a £90 million uplift in energy bills this year – equivalent to more than 2,500 automotive jobs – as costs surge by 50%.
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NewsNew multi-million pound hydrogen-powered furnace heading for Essar Stanlow
A new furnace capable of running on hydrogen is heading for Essar Oil UK’s (EOUK) Stanlow Refinery in Ellesemere Port.
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NewsHydrogen vehicles to exceed one million globally by 2027, and are necessary EV alternative, says new study
The number of hydrogen vehicles in service globally will exceed one million in 2027, from just over 60,000 in 2022, according to a new study.
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NewsBritish zero-emission vehicle tech on show at one of world’s largest EV events
Some of the UK’s most innovative companies in electric and zero emission vehicle technology will today attend one of the world’s largest EV events, the Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS35) in Oslo.
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NewsLiberty Charge warns of £1.5 billion shortfall in Government EV infrastructure funding
Electric vehicle charge point operator, Liberty Charge, has warned of a more than £1.5 billion shortfall in government EV infrastructure funding and called on the private sector to step in.
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News750,000 EVs now on UK roads, but car ownership falls for second year
The number of vehicles in the UK grew 0.4% to 40,506,971 in 2021, according to new Motorparc data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), with more plug-in electric cars, vans, trucks and buses put on Britain’s roads amid highly challenging pandemic and economic conditions.
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NewsSelf-driving buses, shuttles and delivery vans could soon hit UK roads following £40m government-funded competition
A new £40 million competition to kick-start commercial self-driving services, such as delivery vehicles and passenger shuttles, has been launched today (May 23) by Lord Grimstone, Minister for Investment.
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InterviewTECH TALK: BP’s innovative ‘Flexpole’ EV charging unit transforms opportunities for retailers
Volkswagen’s innovative Flexpole charging unit, which BP is using to transform access to a fast charging network, features an integrated battery storage system, and was one of the big talking points at the Forecourt Show this year.
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NewsDfT’s £200m boost to decarbonise HGVs
More than £200 million of government funding will be injected into an extensive zero emission road freight demonstrator programme, Transport Minister Trudy Harrison has revealed.
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NewsGilbarco Veeder-Root unveils suite of solutions for dispensing hydrogen
A new suite of equipment and software to handle hydrogen refuelling has been launched by Gilbarco Veeder-Root.