Automotive

Volkswagen 'dieselgate' scandal demonstrates need for more stringent penalties as a future deterrent against cheating emissions tests, government rules

Updated model boasting range of up to 177 miles goes on sale from £21,990

Business Secretary Greg Clark to announce £184m investment in training in science, technology, engineering, and maths training, alongside new manufacturing plant

As TfL installs new rapid chargers for London's electric black cabs, Green Tomato Cars co-founder Jonny Goldstone wants a similar solution for the city's private hire fleet

Further indication that oil firms are planning for growth of battery-powered vehicle market

Coalition led by Japanese auto giant unveils plans to help business fleet operators cut costs through the roll out of 1,000 smart EV chargepoints

Scottish developer pledges that all new homes will come fitted with electric charging points

New report from PwC calls on government and industry to work together on EV roll out or risk technical 'pinch points' putting the brakes on the sector

UK Power Networks, Octopus Energy, BYD, SSE and University of Leeds will trial technology that stores energy in EVs and buses for use later by the grid

Black cab driver handed the keys of new LEVC cab and collects his first fare