EV cable protection: Evolt Charging partners with CatStrap
Evolt Charging, part of SWARCO Smart Charging, has announced a new agreement to become the exclusive UK distributor for CatStrap – EV Cable Protector, a robust protection system that is specifically designed to prevent EV charger cable theft. Cable theft is a nationwide challenge that continues to affect all UK Charge Point Operators (CPOs), with […]
Staffordshire to refocus EV charging plans
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure plans using government funding in Staffordshire are set to be refocused to reflect the county’s rural nature and wider community needs. The county council has been allocated £4.6 million in government funding as part of the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure programme and had been due to enter into a consortium with […]
‘Cross pavement’ electric vehicle charging approved across Northern Ireland
Today there is welcome news for the estimated 500,000 people in Northern Ireland who do not have a driveway – they can now apply for a cross-pavement home EV charging channel via a simple online form. Cross-pavement charging channels make a big difference to EV adoption because they mean residents can safely charge from their […]
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 […]