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Luxury car manufacturers embrace hybrid technology

Manufacturers of luxury cars are embracing hybrid technology to drive down CO2 emissions.

9 Sep

Cenex LCV2013 secures record breaking attendance

With over 1,950 delegates and 154 exhibitors, Cenex LCV2013 set a new record of attendance at its two-day event, securing a total increase in visitor and exhibitor attendance of 5% compared with LCV2012.

9 Sep

Government drives forward plug-in car revolution

Transport Minister Norman Baker has launched the Government's strategy to drive forward the ultra-low emission vehicles industry.

5 Sep

UK H2Mobility launches new website

The work of the UK H2Mobility project to secure the opportunities and benefits of hydrogen fuelled transport is showcased in a new, dedicated website.

5 Sep

Production versions of Ford Focus Electric now in UK

Ford reveals production version of the electric Focus at LCV2013.

4 Sep

Blue light fleets choose Nissan Leaf

Law enforcement teams, firefighters and medics across Europe are adopting the Nissan Leaf as a key frontline emergency support vehicle.

3 Sep

Peugeot showcases Hybrid 208

Peugeot and Total are set to launch the HybridFE edition of their popular 208 model at next week's Frankfurt motor show.

27 Aug

EST demonstrates EV technology in Scotland

Whether you’re a large business with a whole fleet of vehicles or a small business with just one or two company cars, it's worth finding out more about electric vehicles (EVs), says the Energy Saving Trust (EST).

27 Aug

BMW to protect EV values

BMW will seek to control both new and used markets for its new electric vehicles in an attempt to protect values.

14 Aug

Lib Dems propose banning all but ultra-low emission cars

The Liberal Democrats have proposed a policy that will only allow ultra-low carbon vehicles on UK roads by 2040.

9 Aug

Energy Saving Trust launches plug-in vehicle online forum

The Plugged-in Fleets Group has been launched by the Energy Saving Trust, an online platform dedicated to helping fleets discuss plug-in vehicles and keep up to date with the latest developments.

9 Aug

EV charging points installed at London Underground car parks

UK Power Networks has recently completed the installation of 60 Electric Vehicle (EV) charge posts at 12 London Underground (LU) car parks across the capital.

7 Aug

Lex Autolease delivers 100th EV

Lex Autolease, the UK’s largest fleet management company, has reached a milestone in the provision of alternative fuel vehicles with the delivery of its 100th plug in electric vehicle.

6 Aug

Renault welcomes government funded charge points

Renault UK welcomes the additional government funding for electric vehicle charge points with the announcement of the winning bids for additional points to be installed by dozens of local authorities, NHS Trusts and train operators.

5 Aug

Nissan and Ecotricity to expand motorway charging network

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers using the UK’s motorway system can now access 13 more rapid chargers at Welcome Break service stations.

5 Aug

BMW i announces partnership with Chargemaster

BMW i Ventures has announced a strategic investment into Chargemaster, the UK’s leading provider of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

25 Jul

Renault-Nissan marks 100,000th EV

The Renault-Nissan Alliance claims to have sold its 100,000th zero-emission car.

24 Jul

BMW announces pricing for i3

Leasing rates for BMW's first electric vehicle, the i3, will start at £369*a month, with deliveries in the UK in November, 2013.

23 Jul

EV charging provider seeks stock market flotation

Chargemaster, provider of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the UK, has announced its intention to raise funds and seek admission of its shares to trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

9 Jul

EV charging points installed at London railway stations

Eight charging points for electric vehicles have been installed at Network Rail’s public car parks at Euston and Victoria railway stations in central London.

5 Jul