EVs

New research commissioned by Farizon has revealed a strong majority of UK tradespeople are considering a switch to electric vans. 71% of respondents in the trades would consider an electric van as their next work vehicle. These findings are contrary to conclusions that may be drawn from the current sales figures. According to Society of […]

Commercial van rental specialist Dawsongroup vans has analysed the latest data from the Department for Transport covering two government-backed workplace EV charging schemes administered by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV). Since 2016, the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) and the EV Infrastructure Grant for Staff and Fleets have together distributed £33,889,873 in grant funding to businesses, charities and […]

Stagecoach has launched Chargd, its new B2B electric vehicle (EV) charging proposition designed to support UK businesses in their transition to electric fleets.  Chargd sees Stagecoach bus depots evolve into commercial EV charging hubs, enabling third‑party fleets to charge vehicles throughout the day from strategically located sites across the country. The launch marks the first […]

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology offers electrical contractors a chance to help balance electricity demand, support the energy transition and gain a new revenue stream. InstallerELECTRIC’S Rob Shepherd explains why understanding service capacity, load management, regulatory frameworks and best practice will maximise the opportunities it offers.  V2G technology represents a transformative shift in the way electricity is generated, stored and distributed. By allowing electric vehicles (EVs) to not only […]

Generational has published analysis comparing battery performance across used plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from automotive retailers across the country. Covering 1,000 PHEVs and 1,000 BEVs of comparable age and mileage, it found that both retained strong average battery state of health, however, there is materially greater variation among PHEVs. […]