SWARCO, the global traffic technology group, has launched SWARCO Smart Charging, a dedicated business aimed at addressing the future electric vehicle (EV) charging needs of customers within local authorities, the public transport sector and commercial …
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NatWest wants to install 600 EV chargers by 2023
British bank NatWest wants to install 600 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across its UK locations by 2023. The charging points will also be available for use by the bank’s customers. The contract to supply the charging infrastructure been awarded…
Wireless charging system developed for electric taxis
Sprint Power has developed a series of wireless charging modules in preparation for a new UK government-backed trial in Nottingham that starts next month. The project will look to demonstrate the suitability of wireless charging technology for a fleet …
InstaVolt rolls out fastest units yet
Rapid charging network InstaVolt has launched its latest charge points, capable of delivering 120 kW DC for customers. The new BYD units will be deployed across all future installations nationwide, including locations such as Costa Coffee and McDonalds…
BEV sales increase by more than a third on July last year
Today has seen the latest figures detailing new car registrations in July released by The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Sales of battery-electric vehicles (BEV) played a significant role last month, representing 9% of all new car r…
Zap-Map and Advanced Infrastructure to create zero carbon route planner
The UK’s leading electric vehicle charging app and charge point data expert Zap-Map will partner with energy and carbon data science company Advanced Infrastructure to create a new low carbon route planner function for EV drivers, called Zap-Zero. The …
EQUANS hits major milestone with Morrisons charging partnership
EQUANS, the new name for ENGIE’s services-led activity, has reached a major milestone through its rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging partnership with supermarket chain Morrisons. In total, the partnership has now enabled customers to save 2,000 tonne…
Rivian considers opening new plant in Bristol
Rivian has apparently been negotiating with the British government over the course of several weeks, according to a media report. If this is correct, the talks, which are not yet at an advanced stage, concern the construction of a plant near Bristol. …
UK company council urges government to invest in charging
Seven companies in the UK have come together to form the Electric Vehicle Fleet Accelerator, and have pledged to convert their fleets to electric vehicles by 2030. In return, they are demanding a range of measures from the government to help with the…..
Toyota Proace Electric joins Nottingham electric vehicle initiative
The new Toyota Proace Electric is joining a new city electric vehicle initiative that lets businesses test zero-emission vans before deciding on a purchase. The Electric Van Experience (EVE) funded by Highways England, in this case, sees Nottingham Cit…