The global energy crisis is sending shockwaves through every sector, and for the automotive industry, in which the switch to electric and hybrid vehicles was in full swing until 2022, the predicament is especially challenging.
The global energy crisis is sending shockwaves through every sector, and for the automotive industry, in which the switch to electric and hybrid vehicles was in full swing until 2022, the predicament is especially challenging.
Topics: Electrical Contractor, Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy
Electric and hybrid (EV) vehicles are growing in popularity among drivers in the UK, providing greater convenience, lower fuel costs, cheaper road tax – and often lower repair bills than traditional diesel and petrol fuelled cars. But many would-be EV car owners also face challenges setting up an EV charging point at home. In this article, we look at the main issues to consider and what you can do to overcome them.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
Making the switch to an electric car for your business fleet has a lot of operational benefits. They're more environmentally friendly than petrol or diesel cars, and they're cheaper to run, too. In this short article, we'll explore five benefits of electric cars that make them a great choice for business owners in the UK.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
Demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is increasing steadily, partly because of rising concern about the environmental damage caused by fossil fuels, but also due to the impending ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars in the UK.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
Choosing the most suitable commercial EV charging station for your fleet will ensure that it can charge the right number of vehicles at an optimum speed, without placing undue stress on your local electricity grid or your budget.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
The rise in popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) is impossible to ignore, particularly as charging points are starting to appear in diverse places, from public car parks and supermarkets to motorway service stations and shopping centres.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
The recent fuel shortages at the UK’s petrol stations prompted a flurry of enquiries from motorists about purchasing electric vehicles (EVs), suggesting that public opinion is beginning to shift towards models that don’t rely on fossil fuels.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
Most electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are extremely reliable but, like all types of electrical equipment, they can develop faults. Whether you have a single charging point or you're a business owner with multiple charging stations, it can be difficult to know what to do when something goes wrong. What's the best course of action to take?
Topics: Electric Vehicles
The number of new zero emissions vehicles registered in the UK increased by 377.5% between August 2018 and August 2019, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. What's more, with the government planning to ban the sale of new conventional petrol and diesel cars in the UK by 2040, more of us are likely to be driving electric and hybrid vehicles in future. This will result in increased demand for electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations at commercial and public properties. So, how much do they cost to install?
Topics: Electric Vehicles
The switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is gathering pace. With cities such as Bristol considering banning diesel, and with long-existing congestion charge zones being extended, more and more people are choosing to embrace more sustainable options. However, running out of battery power is slightly different to running out of petrol! Here’s what you need to know.
Topics: Electric Vehicles
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