Author: Ryan Hayes

Battery-electric vehicle registrations in the United Kingdom increased in February, but their market share declined compared with a year earlier and remains below the level required under the country’s upcoming zero-emission vehicle mandate. According to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 21,840 battery-electric cars were registered in February, up 2.8% from the same month last year. BEVs accounted for 24.2% of the 90,100 new cars registered during the month. See also: Study Finds Nearly One-Third of UK EV Chargers Show Energy Measurement Errors Despite the increase in sales volumes, the share of battery-electric vehicles declined year-on-year.…

A study in the United Kingdom has found that a significant number of public electric vehicle charging stations may not accurately measure the electricity delivered to vehicles, raising questions about billing transparency for drivers. Independent inspection provider EVCI Global said 31.5% of the public chargers it reviewed either overestimated or underestimated the amount of energy transferred during charging sessions. In about 15% of the cases, measurement errors exceeded five percent, while a small number showed what the company described as materially larger deviations. The findings, first reported by The Telegraph, highlight differences between the regulatory standards governing EV charging equipment…

Authorities in Wales have launched a pilot project comparing hydrogen-powered and battery-electric refuse collection vehicles, as part of efforts to identify effective zero-emission solutions for municipal fleets. The demonstration is taking place in South East Wales and aims to collect real-world data on energy use, driving range and operational performance. The findings are expected to help inform future decisions on the deployment of low-emission heavy-duty vehicles for public services. The project has received more than £420,000 in funding from the Welsh Government through its Climate Innovation and Circular Economy programmes. It is being coordinated by Cardiff Capital Region (CCR), a…

Southern Vectis has introduced 31 battery-electric double-decker buses into service on the Isle of Wight, marking a significant step in the operator’s transition toward zero-emission public transport. The new buses were built by Wrightbus and were partly funded through the UK government’s Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas programme, known as ZEBRA-2 Scheme. The project represents a £10.7 million investment by Southern Vectis, with additional financial support from Isle of Wight Council, which contributed £733,000. “I am delighted that Southern Vectis is now at the forefront of the nation’s sustainable transport. Buses are the perfect solution to improving air quality, and…

The UK government has announced an additional £4 million in funding to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure across National Health Service facilities in England, bringing total investment under the programme to £22 million. The funding, provided by the Department for Transport, forms part of the NHS Chargepoint Accelerator Scheme and is intended to support the installation of hundreds of additional EV charging sockets at NHS sites. The initiative aims to accelerate the electrification of the National Health Service fleet, which includes approximately 20,000 vehicles and is considered the second-largest public sector fleet in the United Kingdom. With the latest allocation,…

Arnold Clark has opened the 60th location under its Arnold Clark Charge brand, marking a milestone in the dealership group’s plan to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the United Kingdom. The new charging hub is located at the company’s Wolverhampton Motorstore at the Pantheon Park development and is open to the public. The site features ultra-rapid chargers with power outputs of up to 150 kW and is priced at 55 pence per kWh. See also: Arnold Clark Charge Claims Scotland’s Largest Ultra-Rapid EV Charging Network Arnold Clark Charge operates charging hubs primarily at Arnold Clark dealership sites nationwide. The…

BYD’s UK division has announced pricing and updated specifications for the 2026 Seal electric sedan, introducing a range of design and technology changes while maintaining its existing price structure. The company said prices for the updated model will start at £45,730 for the Design variant, with the range-topping Excellence trim priced at £48,730. The vehicle is now available to order through local retailers across the United Kingdom. BYD UK said the latest version of the Seal includes “a series of changes to enhance its appeal, including extra technology, greater storage capacity front and rear, plus new paint colours.” The revisions…

The first electric double-decker buses have arrived in Liverpool as part of a programme to introduce around 100 zero-emission vehicles across the city region’s public transport network. Dozens of additional battery-electric buses from British manufacturers Wrightbus and Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) are expected in the coming months. Before entering passenger service, drivers are undergoing training on the new vehicles, according to the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority. See also: Liverpool Allocates £26 Million for New Electric Double-Decker Buses as Part of Green Transport Initiative The buses carry a yellow, grey and black “Metro” livery. Initial deliveries appear to be Enviro400EV…

MG’s upcoming electric city car, the MG2, is expected to start at about £20,000 (roughly €23,000), positioning it as the brand’s most affordable electric model when it reaches the market, according to a report citing company officials. AutoExpress, quoting MG UK Head of Product and Planning David Allison, said the vehicle will be unveiled in the second half of 2026 but is not expected to go on sale until 2027. The model will sit below the MG4 in MG’s electric lineup, becoming the entry point to the brand’s battery-electric range. Earlier indications suggested a launch as early as 2025 at…

More than 3,000 on-street electric vehicle charging points are set to be installed across Dorset under a £16.5 million partnership between Dorset Council and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council. The project will be delivered by charging infrastructure company Connected Kerb and funded entirely through the UK Department for Transport’s Local EV Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund, which supports similar rollouts nationwide. The new chargers will be installed across local streets and everyday parking spaces throughout the county, aiming to provide convenient access for residents without private driveways. Authorities have not yet disclosed the precise distribution of locations. Local officials said the…

Transport for London (TfL) has awarded TotalEnergies a contract to install up to 43 rapid electric vehicle charging points across the capital, marking the second time the energy company has secured such work from the transport authority. The charging stations will provide power outputs of 100 kW and 200 kW and will be deployed at locations selected for their importance to high-mileage users. According to TfL, the chargers will be positioned near major routes frequently used by taxis, freight vehicles and other essential road traffic, as well as close to high streets and local amenities. Many installations are planned for…

The United Kingdom’s commercial vehicle market showed diverging trends in 2025, with strong growth in zero-emission buses contrasting with a contraction in heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations, according to new data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The bus, coach and minibus sector delivered its strongest annual performance since 2008, with 9,259 new vehicles registered—an increase of 10.4% compared with the previous year. Zero-emission models, primarily battery-electric, surged 62.2% to 2,523 units, accounting for 27.3% of all new registrations. This means more than one in four new buses entering service in 2025 produced no tailpipe emissions, reinforcing…