The Labour government's increased Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant offers £500 off home charger installations for renters, flat owners, and those without driveways until March 2027, but excludes homeowners with driveways.
Oil giant Shell has submitted evidence to MPs calling for electric vehicles to receive free parking and access to bus lanes to boost uptake and meet UK emissions targets.
Labour ministers were pressed in Parliament over concerns that a new 3p pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles might be extended to petrol and diesel cars, with warnings it could cripple rural communities.
Electric vehicle lobbyists are calling on the Labour government to reduce VAT on public EV charging from 20% to 5% to help households without driveways who face higher costs.
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Morrisons partners with MFG to offer 5 More Points per £1 spent at EV charging bays, with 250 new ultra-rapid chargers coming to Birmingham stores in 2026.
New research reveals slashing VAT on public EV charging from 20% to 5% could save drivers £350 annually, with polls showing it would significantly increase electric vehicle uptake.
A legal case involving Charge My Street argues public EV chargers should have VAT reduced from 20% to 5%, matching home charging rates and potentially saving drivers significant money.
Morrisons announces drivers can earn 5 More Points per £1 spent at Motor Fuel Group EV charging bays from March 17, with 250 new ultra-rapid chargers being installed.
The Liverpool City Region has been awarded over £7 million in government funding to purchase 36 new zero-emission buses, continuing its transition to a publicly owned, greener transport network.
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Nissan is shutting down its free NissanConnect EV app from March 30, 2026, affecting thousands of Leaf drivers with models up to 2019. The move has sparked outrage among owners who will lose remote connectivity features.
The Labour government has refused calls from the UK motoring industry to urgently review upcoming electric vehicle sales targets, despite industry warnings of economic pressure.
Electric vehicle brands are failing to meet government sales targets despite billions in discounts, leading to urgent calls for a review of mandates to prevent economic and industrial risks.
New research shows drivers are 17 times more likely to choose petrol or diesel cars over EVs, with misinformation affecting consumer knowledge and purchase decisions.
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EON announces new tariffs for Next Drive Smart and Next Drive Fixed customers, providing significant savings on overnight EV charging compared to the Energy Price Cap.
Mazda's European R&D manager argues that a multi-solution approach including hybrids and cleaner fuels is more effective than solely relying on electric vehicles to meet emissions targets.
A solid-state battery breakthrough by Donut Lab enables electric vehicles to charge in minutes with enhanced range, tested at high temperatures up to 100°C. Despite this innovation, public awareness of government grants for EVs remains low.
A new study reveals that 64% of drivers are unaware of the government's £3,750 electric vehicle grant, hindering the shift from petrol and diesel cars. Meanwhile, breakthrough battery technology promises to double EV range.
The electric vehicle sector is urging the Labour government to implement consistent nationwide signage for charging points, aiming to boost driver confidence and accelerate adoption.
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Around 1.8 million electric vehicle owners will see running costs fall from April, with home charging savings of up to £25 annually due to government energy bill reductions.
Researchers develop new electrolyte technology that doubles energy density of lithium batteries, potentially allowing electric vehicles to travel over 1,000km per charge and perform better in cold weather.
New pay-per-mile car taxes for electric vehicles, set to launch in April 2028, are sending the wrong signal to drivers and could slow the EV transition, according to industry experts.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a new pay-per-mile tax targeting electric vehicle owners, with charges starting at 3p per mile and set to begin in April 2028.
A UK rule charging 5% VAT for home EV charging versus 20% for public charging disproportionately burdens lower-income households without driveways, amid proposed pay-per-mile levies.
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Electric car owners can save big with a discounted Type-2 charging cable on Amazon, priced at just £69.96 for a limited time, offering durability and compatibility with most modern EVs.
E.ON Next has repriced its electric vehicle tariffs, maintaining long off-peak windows for at-home charging. Customers can save up to £117 annually compared to standard energy price cap rates, with flexible terms and added perks.
Electric vehicles accounted for a quarter of new car sales in February 2026, with diesel dropping to just 4.42%, highlighting a rapid shift in the UK automotive market.
Experts warn a looming lithium shortage could delay the UK's transition to electric vehicles, jeopardizing the 2030 petrol and diesel car sales ban. Global demand is set to skyrocket, outstripping supply by the mid-2030s.
Octopus Energy and Andersen EV are providing six months of free electric vehicle charging to customers purchasing new Andersen devices from March 2026, offering significant savings.
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Lexus has quietly removed its UX 300e electric SUV from the UK market, with data showing fewer than 3,400 registrations since 2021. The move comes despite broader EV adoption trends across all deprivation levels in England.
