Daily EV news · UK · 16 June 2026
Electric Vehicles
Xpeng boss says Chinese competition will not trigger EV price collapse in UK and EU
The chief executive of Chinese manufacturer Xpeng has stated that electric vehicle prices in the UK and European Union are unlikely to fall sharply despite increased competition from Chinese brands. The comments come as Chinese EV makers expand their presence in European markets, with industry observers watching for potential price pressure on established manufacturers.
Why it matters
Stable EV pricing affects fleet procurement budgets and the business case for charge point operators, as vehicle affordability directly influences adoption rates and infrastructure utilisation forecasts across commercial and public networks.
Grid & Energy
National Grid opens consultation on 2028 to 2033 distribution price control in South West England
National Grid Electricity Distribution is holding an engagement event on 1 July at Sandy Park Stadium in Exeter and online to gather business and community input on its next electricity distribution price control period, covering 2028 to 2033. Participants will be asked about network support for communities, connection enablement, flexible energy solutions and customer value. Sarah Jeffery, head of engagement and insights, said the sessions will show how earlier feedback is shaping plans and allow further input to ensure the company gets it right for customers and communities.
Why it matters
The consultation directly informs National Grid's investment and operational priorities for the South West over a five year regulatory period, shaping the pace and scale of grid capacity available for EV charging infrastructure and other electrification projects. Businesses involved in charging deployment can influence network planning assumptions and connection policies that will affect project timelines and costs through 2033.