Zaptec urges fleet operators to act quickly on Depot Charging Scheme
With the UK Government’s Depot Charging Scheme applications closing on 28 November, fleet operators are being urged to move quickly to secure funding, and avoid missing an opportunity for the electric vehicle (EV) transition. Zaptec, a leader in EV charging solutions for fleets and workplaces and who recently launched its Vehicle-to-Grid-ready and OZEV approved Zaptec […]
Evolt Charging wins 20-year Dundee EV charging contract
Dundee City Council has selected Evolt Charging to manage, operate and maintain its electric vehicle chargers. The contract lasts for 20 years and covers the council’s public and fleet EV chargers. Evolt, part of SWARCO Smart Charging, has worked with Dundee City Council since 2011, when it supplied Dundee’s first EV charging points, says Business […]
bp pulse and Moto collaborate to bring high-powered electric truck charging to key UK motorways
bp pulse, a leader in ultra-fast EV charging, and Moto, the UK’s largest motorway services operator, are cooperating to accelerate the transition for UK freight and logistics. The intention is to roll out high-powered electric truck charging on major UK routes to begin with three motorway service areas: Lymm, Toddington North, and Toddington South. Six […]
Yunex Traffic delivers complete EV charging hub solution for award-winning farm shop
Yunex Traffic has delivered a comprehensive electric vehicle charging solution for the award-winning Strawberry Fields farm shop in Lifton, Devon. The new EV charging hub is powered by 100% renewable energy generated on site by a wind turbine and solar panels, reinforcing the farm’s commitment to sustainability and renewable energy. Laura Mounce, Strawberry Fields’ Operations […]
TomTom Orbis Maps reaches 2 million charging points
TomTom has announced that it has mapped more than 2 million electric vehicle (EV) charging points worldwide. This milestone highlights TomTom’s commitment to supporting the shift to zero-emission driving by providing automakers with comprehensive and reliable EV navigation solutions. As EV adoption continues to rise, drivers need EV routing and navigation they can trust. TomTom […]
Eight local authorities receive share of £6.3m Scottish Government EV charging funding
The Scottish Government has awarded £6.3m to group of eight local authorities to improve public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the south of Scotland. The funding will support the installation of 1,770 additional public charge points across the region, with the councils working in partnership with the private sector. The South of Scotland Electric […]
Kerbo Charge acquires Charge Gully
Kerbo Charge, the UK’s largest provider of cross-pavement charging channels, has announced the acquisition of one of its competitors, Charge Gully. “Ultimately this is about ensuring customers have choice” said Michael Goulden, Founder & CEO of Kerbo Charge. “Charge Gully has built a great market presence, and with the addition of their product in our offering […]
Evolt Charging strengthens Senior Leadership Team
Evolt Charging, part of SWARCO Smart Charging, and one of the UK’s leading electric vehicle (EV) businesses, has appointed John Betts as Business Operations Director. The appointment, which coincides with its 15-year anniversary, is part of a broader restructure to create a new senior leadership team to drive the business into its next phase of growth. He joins […]
Zaptec launches UK’s first V2G-ready AC charger
Norwegian EV charging specialist, Zaptec has today launched the Zaptec Go 2 in the UK, a next-generation V2G-ready AC charger, designed to support the transition to smarter, more sustainable energy use. The Zaptec Go 2 is the UK’s first V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid)-ready charger built for both domestic and commercial use, offering homeowners and businesses a genuine […]
Scottish Government to invest £4.5 million in rural and island EV charging
The Scottish Government has announced funding of £4.5 million to ensure more equitable access to electric vehicle charging opportunities across the country. As set out in the Programme for Government, the Rural and Island Infrastructure Fund will enhance public electric vehicle charging provision in underserved areas of Scotland. By focusing on rural and island locations […]