The world’s largest fleet of zero emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) will take to UK roads through plans to achieve cleaner air and greener jobs, while helping to keep costs down on consumer goods. Transport Minister Trudy Harrison revealed last wee…
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Updated 2022 Mazda MX-30 is available to order in the UK
The Mazda MX-30 battery electric compact SUV is a stylish, versatile and driver-focused EV that features an AC synchronous electric motor and a 35.5kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers a range of 124 miles. Since its launch in March 2021, more…
CUPRA and VWFS launch subscription service for all-electric Born – testing
CUPRA and Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has launched a pilot subscription service for the arrival of the all-electric CUPRA Born in the UK. The new service, which is a partnership between CUPRA, Volkswagen Financial Services UK and Wagonex, l…
UK: Used car buyers double up on electric vehicles as market grows 5.1%
The UK’s used car market increased 5.1% in the first quarter of 2022, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Some 1,774,351 transactions took place, with 86,596 additional cars changing …
UK: Electric Vehicle Market Share Reached 10.8% in April
UK new car registrations fell by -15.8% to 119,167 units in April, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Despite showrooms being open for the entire month, unlike the previous year which saw lockdow…
Motor Ombudsman poll shows first car is set to be electric for next generation of drivers
A Motor Ombudsman-commissioned online YouGov study of nearly 500 existing and prospective learner drivers in Great Britain, has revealed that nearly half (42%) of respondents would prefer their first car to be fully electric (26%) or in part electric i…
Over 2,500 DC chargers now available via Kia Charge in the UK
More than 2,500 rapid chargers (50kW+) are now available via Kia Charge, as of April 2022. Kia Charge – an exclusive service designed to simplify public EV charging – now gives Kia owners access to more DC connectors in the UK than almost any other bra…
Jaguar Land Rover launches ‘Open Innovation Strategy’ to accelerate its modern luxury vision
Jaguar Land Rover has announced a new Open Innovation strategy, to accelerate next-generation technology and sustainability to support its Modern Luxury vision for the business, its partners, and customers. Open Innovation will drive collaborations wit…
Hyundai IONIQ 5 to receive product enhancements for 2023 model year
Hyundai has enhanced its multi award-winning IONIQ 5 with the introduction of the 2023 model year. The updated IONIQ 5 range will be also available with a new 77.4kWh battery, along with several range enhancements and new features. First launched in Fe…
Kia UK launches nationwide ‘Electric Experience’ giving customers first opportunity to see latest electrified models
Kia UK is launching a new nationwide ‘Electric Experience’ event to give customers the chance to get hands-on with Kia’s latest electrified models, including the all-new Niro for the first time. The events demonstrate Kia’s leadership in electrificatio…
