Newport’s first on-street EV chargepoints go live
Urban Fox, a partnership between Balfour Beatty Investments and Urban Electric Networks, will be introducing the first wave of new, on-street electric vehicle (EV) chargers across Newport from this week, with the full network set to be operational by 30 September 2025. This follows the contract awarded to Urban Fox earlier this year by Newport […]
Sync Energy launches slimline EV charger, Link
Sync Energy, a UK manufacturer of EV charging equipment and part of the Luceco Group, has introduced its latest electric vehicle (EV) charger, Link. Designed to integrate into residential environments, Link combines a two-part modular structure with smart connectivity and installation flexibility. The product is available in both recessed (in-wall) and surface-mounted (on-wall) versions, allowing […]
Rolec, Connekt secure funding to expand UK EV charging
Rolec, a UK manufacturer of EV charging points, and Connekt, a commercial EV charging installer, have announced plans to accelerate deployment of destination electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the UK, backed by multi-million-pound funding from the GF1 Growth Fund. The companies say the partnership is aimed at addressing one of the most underserved parts […]
Shield installs Sync Energy EV charging system
As part of its transition to an all-electric company car fleet, specialist contractor Shield has installed a commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging facility at its new Bristol head office. The move follows the company’s commitment to also electrify its van fleet. Shield worked with Sync Energy, a UK manufacturer of EV charging equipment, part of […]
Used electric van sales double as price drops
Marketcheck, a source of data on the UK used car market, has today published figures on trends within the used E-vans sector. Over a period of two years (between June 2023 and June 2025), Marketcheck found that sales have doubled and the average last listed price has fallen by almost a third. In June 2023, […]
Sutton charges ahead with EV completion
Sutton Council will benefit from new EV charging points following completion of a UK Power Networks Services project. A total of 13 new rapid and ultra-fast charging points are energised and ready to use for the council’s electrified fleet operating out of Gibson Road at the Civic Centre offices in Sutton. The completion marks the […]
TrustMark confirms EVCC as its newest Scheme Provider
TrustMark, a government-endorsed quality scheme for trades and home improvement work in the UK, has announced the addition of The Electric Vehicle Consumer Code for Home Chargepoints (EVCC) as its latest Scheme Provider. With this new partnership, TrustMark now collaborates with 42 Scheme Providers to raise standards and enhance consumer protection across the home repair, […]
Martindale Electric launches new EV socket tester
Martindale Electric, a manufacturer of electrical test equipment, has unveiled what it describes as a “first-of-its-kind” EV socket tester. The BZ820-EV performs functional electrical checks on electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) charge points with Type-2 connectors. The single phase BZ820-EV detects 28 wiring fault conditions as well as checking and indicating the voltage supply level […]
Schneider Electric showcases EV products at Leeds event
Schneider Electric, a player in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, hosted an event at its Leeds Innovation Hub on 18 June, showcasing its latest products and technology in the electric vehicle (EV) charging space. The event also provided a platform for industry experts to discuss key advancements in the sector. One of […]
‘Generation E’ to drive the switch to EVs
According to a survey from CTEK, a Swedish manufacturer specialising in battery chargers, drivers in their 30s look set to spearhead the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK. The survey of more than 1,000 UK drivers by Find Out Now has revealed 30 to 39 year-olds are the generation most primed to buy […]