Highways England to begin 'electric highway' charging trials

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Technology could improve the long-distance capabilities of electric and hybrid vehicles

Highways England will begin testing "electric highway" technology from the end of this year, the agency announced yesterday. The technology, which could allow owners of electric and hybrid vehicles...

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