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Luton Airport gets electric boost from new Shell EV charging hub

Shell launched a fast EV charging hub near Luton Airport with six 150kW chargers and useful amenities.The location supports airport passengers and local drivers, offering quick charging close to 7,300 nearby parking spaces.It’s part...

Bridging the charging divide: EVA England tackles regional EV gaps with new toolkit

EVA England launches new ‘Charge Up Change’ toolkit helps EV drivers directly raise concerns with their local MPs.Public charging grew 37% in 2024, but access and affordability remain uneven, especially for driveway-less households.EVA England...

New bp pulse charging hub near Frankfurt boosts Europe’s electric logistics drive

A new bp pulse charging hub near Frankfurt offers eight ultrafast chargers with solar-powered canopy for cars and HGVs.UK electric HGV adoption remains low at 0.3%, hindered by cost, infrastructure gaps, and vehicle range...

Sainsbury’s Smart Charge network passes 60 million miles worth of EV charging

UK supermarket Sainsbury's public EV charging arm, Sainsbury's Smart Charge, has passed an important milestone as it continues to expand its network across the UK.Since the launch of the network in 2024, and with...

When Council Teams Step In: The Hidden Fixes Masking EV Charging Issues

Guest Editor, Liz Allan, Managing Director of Full Circle CI, shares insights on unsung council EV charging repairs across the UK.In local government, the phrase “not our job” rarely carries much weight.When EV chargers...

Gloucester Services crowned as best EV charging hub in Europe

Gloucester Services, one of three motorway service areas in the UK run by Westmorland Family, which blend sustainability and nature into a place to stop on longer journeys, has been named as the best...

EKLEO is driving French fleets forward with Kempower and Proviridis partnership

EKLEO is expanding its electric fleet with a high-performance charging station, targeting 30% zero-emission kilometres by 2027.The charging site includes 300 kW chargers with Kempower’s flexible "MORE" system, supporting up to 12 plugs per...

SWTCH Energy unveils AI-enhanced security to tackle theft and vandalism at charging stations

SWTCH Energy's new security solutions use AI-powered monitoring and real-time cable cut detection to prevent EV charger theft.These systems provide instant alerts, reinforced cables, and automated warnings, reducing theft and vandalism at charging stations.Compact...

UK’s first AC V2G chargers installed in fleet depots in huge step for grid stability

The V2VNY project has installed the UK’s first AC V2G chargers in fleet depots, improving grid stability and cutting costs.V2G technology lets EVs return power to the grid, helping operators save money and support...

Audi expands its own-brand EV charging network with new Tokyo hub

Audi has launched its eighth hub within its branded EV charging network, after opening a new charging hub in the Shibakōen neighbourhood of Tokyo, Japan.The new location is the second Audi charging hub to...

MAN Charge&Go brings all-new options to Europe’s electric truckers 

MAN Charge&Go offers cost-effective electric truck charging across 15 European countries, targeting over 1,000 locations by 2025.It aligns with logistics trends like digitalisation and low-carbon operations, supporting the transition to electric heavy goods vehicles.The...

Allego rolls out battery-integrated public EV chargers, reducing grid constraints

Pan-European chargepoint operator, Allego, has partnered with battery storage and chargepoint manufacturer KREISEL Electric, to roll out a new generation of battery-integrated public EV chargers onto its network.The move is set to allow ultra-rapid...
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Manchester’s first ‘Mobility Hub’ opens, with over 100 public EV chargers

As one of the first of its kind in the UK, the Ancoats Mobility Hub in Manchester has now opened to the public.With facilities for EV charging, electric bikes, and car sharing, the facility...

Blink Charging and Create Energy power EV charging growth without breaking the grid

Blink and Create Energy launched a turnkey EV charging system combining solar, storage, and smart tech to reduce grid strain.The solution allows charging stations to store renewable energy, operate independently, and support grids during...

Source, an all-new charging brand, opens its first ultra-rapid hub in Edinburgh

Source, a new CPO from SSE and TotalEnergies, launches its first UK ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh.The hub features 12 ultra-rapid chargers, including accessible bays, and is designed for high usage...

Be.EV makes £700k investment to bring ultra-rapid EV charging to Altrincham

UK charge point operator, Be.EV, has invested over £700,000 into a new ultra-rapid EV charging hub, opening at the Atlantic Street Retail Park in Altrincham, Greater Manchester.Partnering with Watkin Property Ventures Investment, eight bays...

Greenlane is electrifying the I-15 with its flagship EV charging hub in California

Greenlane’s Colton hub opens on the I-15 with 40+ chargers and amenities, supporting Nevoya’s zero-emission freight operations.The project reflects the Charging 2.0 era, emphasising reliability, scalability, and improved user experience for commercial EVs.Backed by...

ABB helps usher in the future of freight by making megawatt charging a commercial reality

ABB launches MCS1200 megawatt charger, delivering 1.2 MW for fast electric truck charging during standard rest breaks.ChargeDock and A400 chargers introduced, offering scalable, flexible solutions for fleet depots and future-proofed infrastructure.Megawatt charging supports electric...

EV battery manufacturer CATL unveils new cells to beat BYD’s fast-charging record

Chinese EV battery manufacturer, CATL, has revealed its latest generation of battery cells, called 'Shenxing' - which aim to offer even more rapid charging speeds than the platform unveiled by BYD just a couple...

What does the future hold for EV charging?

With public EV charging growing at a rapid rate, and the maximum charging speeds of the newest EVs and charge points getting higher, it's an exciting time for the world of EV charging.With manufacturers...

InstaVolt further upgrades the Winchester ‘charging hub of the future’ with even lower costs

InstaVolt cuts charging rate to 65p/kWh at its new Winchester Superhub, with 50p/kWh off-peak via the free app.Site features 44 ultra-rapid chargers, solar panels, battery storage, and additional facilities.Green tech reduces grid use, lowers...

Planning an Easter road trip? GRIDSERVE shares the best times to charge across the UK this bank holiday weekend

Prepare for your Easter road trip: The busiest charging times are between 11am and 1pm, while early mornings or evenings are much quieter.GRIDSERVE has expanded its network with over 50 new bays and now...

Greece opens its most powerful EV charging hub in Patras

PPC blue opened the most powerful EV charging hub in Greece, offering 1.2 MW and 29 charging spots.The hub includes ultra-fast 360 kW chargers, smart features, and app-based tools for convenient, real-time charging management.Europe...

Volvo EVs deliver power back to the grid in Swedish pilot

In an ongoing pilot project between Volvo Cars and Swedish energy firm, Göteborg Energi, four fully-electric Volvos equipped with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability delivered the equivalent of 111 kWh into the Swedish city of Gothernburg's...
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