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Redbridge and Uber Team Up to Install Over 170 Fast Chargers for Electric Vehicles
In Redbridge, over 170 fast chargers for electric cars are being put in to help the borough's electric vehicle (EV) network. This is part...
Dec 8, 20231 min read


EV world news | December's Monthly recharge
Welcome to this months edition of ‘The Monthly Recharge’. Here we chat about everything that’s going on in the EV world and at WeFlex HQ:...
Dec 8, 20231 min read


Which brand of EV is most popular amongst Uber drivers?
When making the switch to electric, it's hard to know which brand to go with. Take a look at our 2 most popular brands amongst our...
Nov 30, 20231 min read


Owning an EV in Brent | 160 new chargers added!
Brent, Zest, and Uber have joined forces to install 160 new public on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging bays at 80 locations in...
Nov 27, 20231 min read


Will I save money driving an EV as an Uber driver?
For Uber drivers, making the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) not only contributes to a greener planet but also puts more green in their...
Nov 27, 20231 min read


Is rapid charging an EV cheaper than petrol?
The latest AA EV Recharge Report, unveiled at the NEC in September 2023, highlights that charging an EV with an ultra-rapid charger...
Nov 10, 20231 min read


The UK has hit 50,000 EV chargers!
Zapmap, the EV charge point mapping service, has officially announced that the UK has surpassed the significant milestone of 50,000...
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Important Uber update | get £700 if you switch to an EV by December
Uber have just announced major changes to their incentives for drivers to switch to electric vehicles! 1. UK-wide EV Switch Incentive If...
Oct 19, 20231 min read


The Tesla Model 3 has had an upgrade!
Tesla have just announced a new higher spec, longer range version of the Model 3! This new EV has a HUGE range of up to 390 miles as well...
Oct 17, 20231 min read


Is the MG ZS a good EV? A PCO driver's review
Written by Paul About me: Before I start the review, I think I should give you some info about me and my ride-hailing lifestyle! My PCO...
Oct 4, 20232 min read


EV home charging costs have FALLEN | Energy price cap
The upcoming winter season brings good news for electric vehicle (EV) owners who charge their vehicles at home on a standard variable...
Oct 2, 20231 min read


Powering Up Richmond and Wandsworth: Ubitricity's 1,000+ On-Street Charging Network
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils have enlisted Ubitricity to deploy 1,050 on-street charge points, evenly distributed between the two...
Sep 18, 20231 min read


Is EV charging more cost-effective than petrol? YES!
Electric vehicle drivers are benefiting from stable public charging costs amid soaring petrol and diesel prices, according to the AA's...
Sep 14, 20231 min read


The UK's largest EV charging hub at the NEC, Birmingham ⚡️
A new EV charging hub, named 'Gigahub,' capable of charging 180 vehicles simultaneously, was opened at the NEC in Birmingham on Thursday...
Sep 11, 20231 min read


Switching to a ULEZ compliant EV
The Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) are here to stay in the UK, with a pivotal role in the upcoming elections and transportation policy...
Sep 7, 20231 min read


Are more EV charging stations being added?
Zapmap's latest data highlights the continuous growth and development of the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the UK. As...
Sep 4, 20231 min read


How popular are EVs?
One new EV registered every 60 seconds in surging UK car market! In July, the UK new car market surged by 28.3%, driven by increased...
Sep 1, 20231 min read


Does London have enough charge points?
New data from EV Markets Reports’ Charge Point Monitor, updated as of March 2023, shows that the number of public charge points in London...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Kia e-Niro | "An excellent choice" - Reviewed by a PCO driver
Written by Paul Edwards, PCO driver Before I start the review I will give you some background info about me, as you may find yourself...
Jul 21, 20232 min read


AA: Kerbside Off-Peak Charging Cheaper Than Energy Price Guarantee
The latest Recharge Report reveals that the average cost of charging electric vehicles (EVs) is now lower than the Energy Price Guarantee...
Jun 22, 20231 min read
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