Electric vehicles are likely to soon feature green number-plates, easily distinguishing them from internal combustion engine models. The UK Government today (22nd October 2019) has launched a consultation to determine precisely how the plates will look…
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Zap-Map survey reveals new trends in EV charging behaviour
The full report of the Zap-Map EV Charging Survey published today (Monday 21st October) reveals new trends in EV charging behaviour in the UK based on the experience of Zap-Map’s own survey panel. Looking at the findings from one area of the…
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Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus review
Zap-Map has got its hands on the Tesla Model 3. It’s a crucial model for the company and the industry as a whole, with the smallest Tesla aiming to get drivers into the pure-electric saloon from more conventional rivals. This version is…
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Hero to Zero Emission Miles Challenge launched
A new competition launched by Go Ultra Low is looking to get school pupils excited about low emission travel. Schools in England and Wales can sign up to Ben Fogle’s Hero to Zero Emission Miles Challenge, counting the number of zero emission…
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Volvo debuts XC40 Recharge EV
Volvo has launched its first fully-electric model – the XC40 Recharge. Kicking off a new Recharge sub-brand, Volvo’s pure-electric compact SUV has a range of 249 miles on a single charge. Powered by two electric motors – one on each axle &#…
EV range tested on WLTP Challenge
Electric vehicles are able to get close to and match the official range figures, according to the results of the WLTP Challenge. Having taken part in the event last week, Zap-Map’s drive in the Nissan Leaf e+ helped determine that statement. Whil…
UK launch for Uniti One
Uniti has launched the One, a compact pure-electric car that will arrive next year with a starting price of £15,100. That figure includes the £3,500 UK Plug-in Car Grant, which although it is yet to officially receive, is expected to qualify when…
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Porsche launches Taycan 4S
Porsche has revealed the Taycan 4S, set to join the company’s pure-electric sports saloon range from early next year. The new Taycan 4S produces 390 kW (530hp) in overboost, or up to 420 kW (571hp) when fitted with the optional Performance Batter…
BP Chargemaster launches ultra rapid charging site
Polar is rolling out its ultra-rapid EV charge points, with four new 150 kW units going live at the BP Hammersmith site in London. The double header devices – CCS and CHAdeMO – are currently on free vend for an introductory time,…
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Toyota reveals Mirai MkII and RAV4 PHEV
Toyota will showcase a second-generation Mirai concept at the Tokyo Motor Show later this month. The saloon continues to use Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain, but with an improvement of around 30% in range. Built on Toyota’s latest mo…