Author: Ryan Hayes

Jaguar has unveiled the Type 01, an all-electric four-door grand tourer that marks the first production vehicle in the brand’s new era. The model is expected to launch in Germany at a starting price of €165,000, with orders scheduled to open in early 2027 and deliveries planned for the second half of the year. The Type 01 follows Jaguar’s Type 00 concept and introduces the Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA), the platform underpinning the new model. Jaguar Type 01 Features Low-Slung Four-Door Design The Type 01 measures approximately 5.24 metres long, 2.00 metres wide and 1.41 metres tall, with a wheelbase…

KGM, formerly known as SsangYong, has secured UK government purchase grant eligibility for its Torres EVX electric SUV. The model qualifies for the £1,500 Band 2 Electric Car Grant (ECG), reducing its starting price from £36,995 to £35,495. The Torres EVX joins KGM’s Musso EV, which is already eligible for the separate £5,000 Plug-in Van Grant. The two incentives give KGM customers access to government support for both its electric SUV and electric pick-up. Torres EVX Receives £1,500 Electric Car Grant The Torres EVX qualifies for the Band 2 Electric Car Grant, which applies to eligible electric cars priced below…

Hyundai has opened orders for the new Ioniq 3 in the UK, with the compact electric car now eligible for the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant across its range. After the grant is applied, prices start at £18,495 on the road for the Advance 42kWh model and £21,995 for the Advance 61kWh version. The range extends to £28,195 for the Ioniq 3 N Line Evo. Existing Ioniq 3 reservation holders will also benefit from the grant when converting their reservations into full orders. Instead of the £1,500 Hyundai Reservation Saving originally offered, customers will receive the full £3,750 Electric Car…

The UK government is reportedly considering additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles as it seeks to address concerns over subsidised imports and maintain access for British automotive products under the European Union’s proposed “Made in Europe” framework. According to reports by The Times and Reuters, Business Minister Jonathan Reynolds is preparing a package of potential tariffs on Chinese vehicle imports. However, the UK has not yet imposed any new tariffs, and the government has said it is continuing discussions with the automotive industry before deciding on its approach. UK Reviews Potential Chinese EV Tariffs The reported tariff plans come amid…

Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) registrations in the UK reached a record monthly level in September, rising 36.3% year-on-year to 99,199 units, according to preliminary figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). BEVs accounted for 28.3% of all new car registrations during the month, with the result supported by a wider selection of electric models, manufacturer incentives and the government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme. September was also the first month of the new UK registration plate year. BEV Registrations Rise 30.2% in 2026 The September result lifted cumulative UK BEV registrations for the first nine months of 2026…

Kia has opened orders in the UK for performance-focused GT versions of the EV3, EV4 and EV5, expanding the company’s range of electric vehicles with three new all-wheel-drive models. First unveiled at the Brussels Motor Show in January, the EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT are Kia’s first GT variants based on the 400-volt version of Hyundai Motor Group’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). All three models use an 81.4 kWh battery and dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrains. Kia Adds Performance Hardware and Software The three GT models receive a range of chassis and software upgrades designed to provide a more…

Commercial fleet electrification specialist VEV has completed the installation of high-powered charging infrastructure at Stagecoach’s Gillmoss depot in Liverpool, paving the way for the rollout of more than 100 new battery-electric buses. Infrastructure Supports Large-Scale Bus Electrification The multimillion-pound project includes 54 dual-socket 160kW chargers, supported by a new 5MVA power connection, three substations and three low-voltage panels. The infrastructure is designed to provide the electrical capacity and charging capability required for large-scale zero-emission bus operations at the depot. VEV delivered the infrastructure as part of a multi-party project led by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, working alongside Stagecoach, SP…

Tesco has deployed its 2,000th electric van for home deliveries in the UK, doubling the size of its battery-electric fleet in less than a year as the supermarket group works toward fully electrifying its home delivery operations by the end of 2030. More than 30% of Tesco’s UK home delivery vans are now electric. The company’s latest sustainability report recorded 1,249 electric vans among a total fleet of 6,000, equivalent to 21% of the fleet during the 2025/26 financial year. The latest milestone takes the electric share to just over one-third. Electric Fleet Expansion Accelerates Tesco introduced its first electric…

Lidl has cut the price of rapid EV charging for customers using its Lidl Plus app in the UK while committing a further £10 million to expand its national charging network. The supermarket chain has reduced its charging tariff from £0.62 to £0.59 per kWh, while planning to install around 100 additional rapid chargers during the current financial year. Lower Charging Costs For Lidl Plus Users Lidl said the new £0.59-per-kWh tariff could save drivers around £4.41 per charging session compared with the market average. The retailer estimates that regular users could save approximately £529 per year. https://evmagz.com/einride-expands-electric-truck-operations-for-lidl-across-sweden/ The reduced…

Lepas has confirmed UK specifications for the L6 EV, the Chery-owned brand’s first fully electric SUV. The model will offer up to 279 miles of range from a 65 kWh LFP battery and will be available in two trim levels. UK order books are scheduled to open in early Q4 2026, although pricing has not yet been announced. Two Trim Levels for UK Market UK buyers will be able to choose between the Essence and Elevate versions of the L6 EV. The Essence includes a range of technology, safety and comfort equipment, while the higher-spec Elevate adds additional luxury and…

General Motors is reconsidering plans to relaunch Cadillac in the United Kingdom, citing rapidly changing market conditions and increasing competition from European and Chinese automakers. The US company has yet to confirm a launch date for right-hand-drive Cadillac models despite previously indicating that the brand would return to the British market. Cadillac UK Launch Remains Uncertain Former GM Europe CEO Pere Brugal told Autocar last year that Cadillac would return to the UK “soon,” with the Lyriq expected to serve as one of the initial models. https://evmagz.com/cadillac-launches-limited-edition-lyriq-v-electric-suv-in-china/ The electric SUV would enter a competitive segment alongside models such as the…

JLR is reportedly delaying the launch of a battery-electric version of its Defender SUV, with the next generation of the off-road model now expected in the early 2030s rather than 2028 or 2029. The Times reported that the delay is linked to limitations of the Defender’s current platform, which was not designed to accommodate a fully electric powertrain. The move would push the full-size electric Defender further into the future as JLR continues to develop its broader electrification strategy. Current Defender Platform Not Designed for EVs The current Defender was introduced in 2020 and is built on JLR’s D7x platform.…

Hyundai has opened reservations for the Ioniq 3 in the UK, introducing the compact electric hatchback with two battery options, four trim levels and prices starting at £22,245. The larger 61 kWh battery is expected to provide up to 308 miles (496 kilometres) of range, although the figures remain subject to final homologation. Battery Options and Range The entry-level Ioniq 3 Advance is available with either a 42.2 kWh or 61 kWh battery. The 42.2 kWh Advance starts at £22,245 and uses a front-mounted electric motor producing 107.8 kW and 250 Nm. Hyundai expects the version to achieve 213 miles…

Vauxhall has confirmed UK pricing and specifications for the new electric Corsa GSE, with the 207kW hot hatch set to open for orders in September ahead of customer deliveries from winter. The Corsa GSE has an official on-the-road price of £34,495, while the UK Electric Car Grant reduces the entry price to £32,995. Vauxhall positions the model as the electric successor to performance-focused small cars including the Nova GTE and GSi, Corsa GSi and Corsa VXR. Most Powerful Production Corsa The Corsa GSE is the most powerful production Corsa developed by Vauxhall, using a front-mounted electric motor producing 207kW and…

Kempower has completed its first electric vehicle (EV) charging project in the United Kingdom financed through its leasing partnership with DLL, marking the first UK deployment under a financing model designed to lower the upfront cost of installing public charging infrastructure. The charging hub, located at Astwick Service Station on the northbound A1 near Hitchin in Bedfordshire, forms part of the partnership launched by Kempower and DLL in 2024 to support the rollout of DC fast-charging infrastructure across Europe. Financing Model Targets Independent Operators The financing solution combines equipment leasing with maintenance services, allowing charging operators to spread investment costs…

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched a new 58kWh battery option for the ID. Buzz Cargo in the UK, introducing improvements in driving range, performance and onboard technology across the electric van range. The update replaces the previous 59kWh battery variant while lowering the vehicle’s entry price. Longer Range and Higher Output The new battery increases the ID. Buzz Cargo’s WLTP driving range to 218 miles (351 kilometres), up from the previous version by 17 miles (27 kilometres). Maximum power output has also increased from 125kW to 140kW, with Volkswagen attributing the improvements to more efficient battery cell technology. The new…

Hyundai Motor UK has announced that the Kona Electric now qualifies for the highest tier of the UK’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), making the all-electric crossover eligible for the full £3,750 government incentive. The upgrade follows a review of the model’s environmental supply chain and manufacturing credentials, increasing the available grant from the previous Band 2 level of £1,500. Full Government Incentive With the revised classification, customers purchasing the Hyundai Kona Electric will receive an additional £2,250 discount, bringing the total government incentive to £3,750. https://evmagz.com/hyundai-opens-dutch-orders-for-ioniq-3-starting-at-e27995/ The updated grant reduces the model’s starting price from £35,000 to £31,250. The UK…

Volkswagen has opened order books in the United Kingdom for the new ID. Polo, with prices starting at £23,945 ahead of regular customer sales beginning in September. The compact electric hatchback is initially available in Life Launch Edition and Style Launch Edition variants, while the standard production lineup is scheduled to go on sale on Sept. 10. UK Orders Begin The ID. Polo is offered with two battery options featuring net capacities of 37 kWh and 52 kWh, paired with power outputs of 116 PS, 135 PS and 211 PS. Depending on the variant, the model offers a WLTP driving…

Hertfordshire County Council has appointed Zest to deploy more than 1,000 public electric vehicle (EV) charge points across three districts as part of a 15-year programme to expand access to charging infrastructure. The project is supported by £1.8 million from the UK government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund alongside private investment. Installation of the first charge points is expected to begin later this year. https://evmagz.com/zest-surpasses-3000-public-ev-charging-points-across-the-uk/ Project Targets Residents Without Home Charging The council has divided Hertfordshire into several rollout areas, with Zest selected as one of three charge point operators responsible for delivering the network. Under the agreement, Zest…

London Ambulance Service (LAS) has expanded its electric vehicle fleet with the addition of 77 battery-electric emergency vehicles, further strengthening what it says is the United Kingdom’s largest fully electric ambulance fleet. The latest deployment includes 37 electric ambulances and 40 electric fast-response vehicles, bringing the organization’s fleet to 41 electric ambulances, 81 electric response cars and three electric motorcycles. https://evmagz.com/go-ahead-london-deploys-electric-midibuses-on-tfl-route-322/ Charging Network Expands Alongside Fleet The new vehicles are being introduced throughout the summer as LAS continues investing in charging infrastructure across London. Last year, the service installed 288 electric vehicle charging points at 18 ambulance stations, with 27%…