Browsing: UK

A UK electric vehicle charging company was forced to remove roadside signs after a council deemed them a ‘danger and nuisance’. The incident highlights industry calls for standardized signage.

A car dealer’s sale of a Rolls-Royce hit a snag when a buyer’s inspection revealed extensive repair needs.

Bentley Motors has begun construction on a new logistics center to support its transition to electric vehicle production, aligning with the UK’s net-zero targets.

A new report warns that weakening the UK’s electric vehicle targets could significantly raise driving costs for petrol car owners.

BMW is reassessing its plans for producing all-electric Mini cars in the UK due to automotive industry uncertainties.

The UK government is allocating £120 million to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles, with a focus on electric vans, as part of a broader initiative to achieve net-zero targets by 2050.

Recent data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reveals a slight decline in the market share of electric vans in the first nine months of 2024, even as the overall van market experiences growth.

Geely’s Farizon Auto is launching the all-electric SV van in the UK, aiming to challenge the Ford Transit’s established position in the commercial vehicle market.

Chinese automaker BYD is bringing its luxury sub-brand, Denza, to the UK and other European markets in 2025. The brand, co-founded with Mercedes-Benz, offers high-performance electric vehicles.

The UK’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050 faces a significant hurdle: the massive energy demands of a fully electric vehicle fleet. This article explores the scale of the challenge, potential solutions, and the urgency of action.