Octopus Energy launches UK’s ‘first’ mass-market V2G tariff
Energy supplier Octopus Energy has launched the “first” mass-market vehicle-to-grid (V2G) tariff in the UK, guaranteeing free charging for its electric vehicle (EV) customers.
Labour will restore 2030 ZEV mandate target, says shadow roads minister
Shadow minister for roads Bill Esterson has told RECHARGE UK that Labour will reinstate the 2030 target date for a ban on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle sales in the UK.
Scotland’s EV scheme makes country hotspot for free charging
A new study has revealed that four of the five UK locations with the most free electric vehicle (EV) charging points are located in Scotland.
Used EV sales increased by over 90% in 2023
Used battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales jumped by 90.9% year-on-year in 2023, revealed the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Renewable technologies supported in £1.2 billion West Midlands Combined Authority Budget
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is set to invest around £707 million in various initiatives supporting the transition to net zero.
Ultra-rapid off-peak charging cheaper than petrol, reveals AA EV Recharge report
Automotive service provider AA has released a report for December 2023 claiming that ultra-rapid off-peak electric vehicle (EV) charging is cheaper than petrol.
BP profits reduce as renewable pipeline grows to 58.3GW
Oil and gas giant BP has recorded a profit of $13.8 billion (£11 billion) across 2023 as its renewable pipeline reaches 58.3GW.
NHS Scotland welcomes first solar EV charging hub
Raigmore Hospital in Inverness has installed NHS Scotland’s first solar electric vehicle (EV) charging hub.
Government urged to update EV strategy by Environment and Climate Change Committee
A report released by the Environment and Climate Change Committee calls on the government to update its EV strategy.
EV market marks 1 millionth BEV on UK roads, says SMMT
The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) market has passed a new milestone by reaching over a million battery electric vehicles (BEV) on the roads, as researched by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
