Daily EV news · UK · 22 October 2026
EV Charging
Andersen EV launches Range Rover Collection home chargers in six configurations
Andersen EV has introduced the Andersen Range Rover Collection of home chargers, comprising six configurations for the Andersen Quartz and A3 models, inspired by the Range Rover Electric and Range Rover Sport Electric. The collection features three palettes based on Range Rover exterior colours, including the Blackthorn collection inspired by Santorini Black paint. Each charger is made to order at Andersen's Bedfordshire facility, with in house development, production quality control and dedicated customer care.
Why it matters
The partnership between Andersen EV and Range Rover signals growing collaboration between premium automotive and charging brands to offer integrated home charging solutions. For CPOs and installers, branded charger collections tied to specific vehicle models may open new sales channels through dealership networks and affluent homeowner segments.
Vchrgd becomes exclusive home charging partner for Carwow Leasey customers
Vchrgd has secured an exclusive partnership with Carwow Leasey to supply home EV charging installations for customers leasing or taking electric vehicles through salary sacrifice schemes. Eligible customers will receive discounted home charger installation packages via a co-branded proposition, with a remote home survey determining charger and installation requirements. The arrangement integrates charging support directly into the vehicle leasing process, covering enquiry through to installation and aftercare.
Why it matters
The deal creates a captive procurement channel for Vchrgd within the growing salary sacrifice and fleet leasing market, bundling charging infrastructure into vehicle adoption pathways. For charge point operators and installers, it signals how leasing platforms are becoming key distribution partners for residential charging work.
Electric Vehicles
TfL and Santander launch new cycle hire app with QR unlocking and in-dock e-bike charging from 2025
Transport for London and Santander will launch a new Santander Cycles app on 17 November, introducing QR code bike unlocking, Apple Pay and Google Pay, and advance pass purchases. TfL is installing in-dock charging systems for e-bikes next year to ensure consistent availability, while extending its partnership with Serco to support further e-bike rollout across London. A service outage is planned from 13 to 17 November for the app launch.
Why it matters
The in-dock charging infrastructure signals a shift towards integrated charging solutions for shared mobility fleets, relevant to operators planning docking station electrification. The Serco partnership extension points to ongoing procurement opportunities in London's cycle hire and charging infrastructure expansion.
Vauxhall launches Mokka GSE electric performance SUV at £35,495 with 30 minute charging
Stellantis has released the Vauxhall Mokka GSE, a compact performance electric SUV priced from £35,495, featuring a 281hp motor derived from the Mokka GSE Rally. The vehicle offers a 201 to 209 mile WLTP range, charges from 0% to 80% in 30 minutes, and achieves 3.4 miles per kWh energy consumption. The GSE (Grand Sport Electric) sub-brand, introduced by Vauxhall in 2023, now focuses on electric only models including the Mokka and upcoming Corsa GSE.
Why it matters
Fleet operators and workplace charging providers may see increased demand for higher power charging infrastructure as performance EVs with faster charging capabilities enter the compact SUV segment. The shift to electric only performance variants by major manufacturers signals growing confidence in public charging network capacity to support higher specification vehicles.
Grid & Energy
Commercial vehicle to grid charging could unlock emerging energy resource, says Versinetic study
Electric vehicles could become a significant source of distributed energy storage to manage peak demand and support renewable electricity, according to research by smart EV charging consultancy Versinetic. The study, authored by EV analyst Julian Skidmore, examines vehicle to grid technology development across the UK, Australia, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Norway, the US and Japan. After almost 30 years of research and trials, vehicle to grid is moving towards commercial deployment, with regulatory progress, greater interoperability and emerging business models beginning to support wider adoption.
Why it matters
The shift from trials to commercial vehicle to grid deployment creates new revenue opportunities for charge point operators and fleet managers who can monetise EV batteries as grid assets. Regulatory progress and interoperability improvements signal that procurement specifications may soon need to account for bidirectional charging capability in commercial charging infrastructure.
Octopus Go users in UK report home batteries qualify without EV ownership, but 12 month exit fee now applies
UK homeowners on Reddit report that Octopus Energy's Go tariff, which offers cheap overnight charging rates, does not strictly enforce electric vehicle ownership requirements for users with home battery storage. One user stated they have been on and off Go for five years with only a house battery and no EV. However, respondents warned that the tariff now includes a 12 month lock in period with an exit fee for those who switch.
Why it matters
The lack of enforcement on EV ownership could expand the market for home battery installations among UK households seeking to arbitrage time of use rates, though the new exit fee may deter flexible tariff switching that optimises storage economics. Charge point operators and battery installers should note this potential customer segment beyond EV owners when planning residential energy storage offerings.
Policy & Market
TfL consults on zero-emission mandate for new private hire vehicles from July 2028
Transport for London has opened a consultation running until 2 December 2026 on requiring all newly licensed private hire vehicles to be zero-emission from July 2028, with wheelchair accessible vehicles following in July 2030. TfL forecasts the proposals would cut private hire vehicle NOx emissions by 9% and CO2 emissions by 35% over the first ten years, rising to a 97% reduction over eighteen years. More than 70% of private hire vehicles are now zero-emission capable, though many still produce exhaust emissions when not operating in electric mode.
Why it matters
The consultation sets a firm timeline for zero-emission private hire licensing in London, signalling demand for charging infrastructure to support a fleet transition and giving vehicle manufacturers clarity on wheelchair accessible vehicle requirements. Operators and charge point providers will need to plan for increased electric vehicle adoption across the private hire sector from 2028 onwards.
Budget incentives could spur 61% of drivers to buy EVs sooner
A survey of 1,500 UK drivers by road safety technology company Ooono found that 61% would consider bringing forward an electric vehicle purchase if the Government introduced additional financial incentives in the Autumn Budget. Of those surveyed, 21% said they would definitely accelerate their EV purchase with new incentives, while 40% said they possibly would, and 11% are already planning to purchase an electric vehicle. However, 55% of respondents cited concerns over government support and the possibility of additional charges, such as electric Vehicle Excise Duty pay per mile taxation, as reasons not to make the switch.
Why it matters
The research suggests that government policy decisions on incentives and taxation could significantly influence the pace of EV adoption in Britain, which in turn affects the scale and timing of charging infrastructure investment needed to support the transition. Uncertainty over future policy is currently holding back potential EV buyers, creating unpredictability for charge point operators planning network expansion.