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AN EXPENSIVE SECOND-HAND MARKET Several obstacles hinder the development of a sustainable second-hand market for electric cars, as highlighted by an expert in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk. The UK government’s push to reduce vehicle emissions has prompted motorists to transition to electric vehicles, with the sale of new petrol and diesel cars slated for […]
EXPANDING LONDON’S CHARGING NETWORK Zest has been awarded a tender to provide and manage 39 rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging bays on public land situated on strategic roads. The aim is to offer drivers a wider range of recharging options. The chosen locations are strategic to allow high mileage and essential road users, including […]
GOING GREEN – MYTH OR MISCONCEPTION? Going green? One of the most widespread misconceptions about electric vehicles (EVs) is also one of the easiest to dispel. It is true that EVs are only as environmentally friendly as the electricity used to produce and charge them, but recent studies show us that even when powered by […]
FIRST ON THE ROAD Although electric vehicles (EVs) are currently challenging the dominance of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars, they have actually been around for more than a century. In fact, at the turn of the 20th century, there were more electric cars on the road than traditional petrol-powered ICE vehicles. However, the advent of […]
EV SALES – WIDESPREAD ADOPTION While we aren’t fortune-tellers and often cannot predict the future of electric vehicles (EVs) with certainty, overall, EV sales do look bright. Based on current trends and developments, several potential EV trends could contribute to widespread electric vehicle adoption this year and beyond. These include industry investment, fleet electrification, increased […]
BOOMING MARKET The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) market seems to be going great guns. According to Zap-Map, the EV charging point locator, at the end of January this year there were 680,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on our roads, plus an additional 455,000 plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). According to a government source, these numbers are expected […]
GET THE INFRASTRUCTURE READY BOOOMING UK SALES New research indicates that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are anticipated to reach 2.5 million annual sales by the end of the decade, comprising 93% of total vehicle sales in the UK. According to a study conducted by EY and Eurelectric, by 2040, […]
AT LOGGERHEADS The announcement of electric vehicle owners having to pay road tax from 2025 has caused quite a stir among industry experts and car owners alike. While some are applauding the move, others are worried that it could have a negative impact on the uptake of electric vehicles. According to Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement, […]
SMART VISION The UK Government has announced its Electric Vehicle (EV) Smart Charging Plan, which aims to make smart charging the preferred option for long-duration EV charging at homes and workplaces by 2025. The plan sets out a vision for smart charging to become the norm within two years. It has been released after extensive […]
GREEN OR NOT? Exactly how green are electric vehicles (EVs)? In short, they’re very green compared to conventional petrol- or diesel-powered cars. The major win for EVs stems from the fact that they have no tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions, thereby considerably reducing air pollution. By extension, EVs provide us with cleaner air and streets making […]
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