EV Charging

Scale of theft and vandalism against EV chargers revealed

Angela123 — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:20:57 +0000

Scale of theft and vandalism against EV chargers revealed

Angela123 Thu, 10/16/2025 - 11:20

New research showing over 200 cases of theft and vandalism against EV chargers across the UK, has prompted calls for urgent protection of EV charge points.

The Freedom of Information (FOI) research by Allego collected data from police forces nationwide.

Allego also cautioned that these figures are likely just the tip of the iceberg, with many incidents going unreported and 40% of surveyed police forces either unable to provide data or saying they do not hold relevant records.

Zaptec launches guide to EV charging for fleet managers

Angela123 — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:59:42 +0000

Zaptec launches guide to EV charging for fleet managers

Angela123 Fri, 10/10/2025 - 13:59

EV charging company Zaptec has launched a guide to EV fleet charging, offering operators a comprehensive ‘how to’ document on shifting from petrol and diesel to a fully-electric fleet.

The guide includes information on charger setup budgeting, key principles on charge point management, questions for suppliers, and details about AC charger technologies as well as grants and support.

Allstar expands to include 'near-home' charging for fleets

Angela123 — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:41:32 +0000

Allstar expands to include 'near-home' charging for fleets

Angela123 Thu, 10/09/2025 - 09:41

Fuel and EV charge company Allstar has expanded its reach to give business drivers access to a neighbour's home charger, helping to simplify admin and reduce driver downtime whilst on the road.

EDF launches EV charger subscription with no upfront cost

Angela123 — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:40:54 +0000

EDF launches EV charger subscription with no upfront cost

Angela123 Wed, 10/08/2025 - 09:40

EDF has launched an offer for drivers who sign-up to one of its electric vehicle tariffs, allowing customers to get an EV charge point for no upfront costs and a £40 per month subscription.

Through Pod Drive, a three-year EV charging subscription, customers get the Solo 3S 7.4kW home EV charger (RRP £999) for £40 per month that includes ongoing cashback, 48-hour service and lifetime warranty. Pod Drive typically has a £99 set-up fee, however with EDF’s offer, all upfront costs are removed, helping to make the EV transition even more affordable.

Rightcharge adds AI to handle complex home charging data

Angela123 — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:57:01 +0000

Rightcharge adds AI to handle complex home charging data

Angela123 Thu, 10/02/2025 - 09:57

EV charging platform Rightcharge has added a layer of predictive AI to improve the accuracy and efficiency of home charging reimbursements for fleets.

The AI-enhanced platform addresses long-standing issues with traditional fuel card-based systems, which struggle with the realities of home EV charging, such as missing data, offline chargers, and delayed receipts.

British-built HGV HyperCharger starts series production

Angela123 — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:58:22 +0000

British-built HGV HyperCharger starts series production

Angela123 Wed, 10/01/2025 - 09:58

Voltempo has commenced series production of its advanced megawatt charging system (MCS) – the HyperCharger.

Sir Vince Cable, Chair of the eFREIGHT 2030 consortium, officially opened the facility on 23 September with a ribbon-cutting event at Tyseley Energy Park in Birmingham.

Zapmap chosen by DfT to deliver EV chargepoint open data

Angela123 — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:03:44 +0000

Zapmap chosen by DfT to deliver EV chargepoint open data

Angela123 Tue, 09/16/2025 - 10:03

The Department for Transport (DfT) has appointed Zapmap as its electric vehicle chargepoint open data provider.

Zapmap has been awarded a contract to supply the DfT with open data from public chargepoints. This will involve Zapmap aggregating publicly available data from all public chargepoints in the UK and provide this on a periodic basis to the DfT.

Industry outlines how government can back destination charging

Angela123 — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:58:29 +0000

Industry outlines how government can back destination charging

Angela123 Mon, 09/15/2025 - 13:58

The electric vehicle industry is calling on the government to prioritise destination charging to fill gaps in provision - particularly in tourism and leisure hotspots.

The message came from the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) during its Parliamentary Reception, where it unveiled the next phase of its Bon VoyCharge campaign, launched earlier this summer with backing from the Department for Transport.

Over 12,500 streets request access to on-street EV charging

Angela123 — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:21:10 +0000

Over 12,500 streets request access to on-street EV charging

Angela123 Tue, 09/09/2025 - 10:21

Demand for on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging continues to grow across the UK, with more than 12,500 streets now registered as needing access to EV infrastructure through Vauxhall’s Electric Streets of Britain campaign.

Porsche to launch wireless charging system for electric cars

Angela123 — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:32:20 +0000

Porsche to launch wireless charging system for electric cars

Angela123 Fri, 09/05/2025 - 10:32

Porsche is set to introduce a wireless charging system for electric vehicles, becoming the first car manufacturer to bring an 11 kW inductive charging solution to market.

The system will debut with the upcoming all-electric Cayenne, which is scheduled for launch at the end of 2025.

The technology allows drivers to simply park over a floor-mounted charging plate, eliminating the need for cables, wallboxes, or separate control units.

Sales of the charging plate will begin in 2026 through Porsche Centres and the company’s online shop.