Automotive

New analysis shows fuel consumption from plug-in hybrid cars is 'significantly higher' than manufacturers claim, as calls grow for regulatory reforms

New programme to automatically charge EVs at optimal times promises to reward drivers with cash payments totalling up to £100 a year

The transition to electric and digital vehicles is also a race, and right now the UK is in danger of losing ground, writes Palmer Energy's Andy Palmer

UK passed landmark 1,000th new zero emission HGV registrations last year, though buses and coaches remain most rapidly decarbonising road segment

While used petrol and diesel cars continue to dominate the market, sales of pre-owned EVs are growing fast

Gap between the number of EV-trained vehicle technicians and growing demand could 'widen dangerously' in the next five to 10 years - but there are signs the skills base is expanding

Ohme's Crowdflex trial demonstrated how charging company can deliver 'significant flexible capacity' through dynamic automated EV charging

Electric vehicles enjoyed strong start to the year despite challenging month for wider auto market, latest New AutoMotive figures reveal

Draft framework aims to place greater emphasis on tackling emissions from the use of road vehicles and clarifies how 'zero emission vehicles' should be defined

Fully-electric 'robotaxis' set to launch in the UK later this year, with testing of driverless vehicles already underway