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John Hills

England

Lead Writer at ElectricDrives

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  • Women in the Driving Seat: Understanding EV batteries and charging safety concerns

    1 day ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

    Women in the Driving Seat launched in 2025 to spotlight women’s experiences and successes in the automotive industry. Episode 10 features leaders Kate Tyrrell and Antonia Stephenson, discussing EV safety, recycling, and gender diversity challenges. The episode debunks EV battery myths, promotes female leadership, and highlights the need for better public awareness. Auto Trader has just released Episode 10 of its popular podcast, Women in the Driving Seat.

  • IONITY secures massive record funding as it expands ultra-rapid charging network across Europe

    1 day ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

    IONITY has secured a record €450 million green loan for ultra-rapid charging in Europe, with the option to extend to €600 million. This funding will support major network expansions, including new ultra-rapid charging hubs across Europe and the UK. The investment also covers technology upgrades and partnerships, ensuring all IONITY chargers use 100% renewable energy.

  • Open letter from industry experts urges UK government to extend salary sacrifice to heat pumps, solar, and more

    2 days ago | electrichomes.co.uk | John Hills

    Industry leaders are calling to expand salary sacrifice to include heat pumps, solar panels, and other clean technologies. This expansion could create 50,000 jobs and add £8 billion to UK GDP by 2030. It would also support UK climate goals, including Clean Power 2030 and installing 600,000 heat pumps annually by 2028. A coalition of over 30 industry leaders is calling on the UK government to expand the salary sacrifice scheme.

  • EKLEO is driving French fleets forward with Kempower and Providiris partnership

    2 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

    EKLEO is expanding its electric fleet with a high-performance charging station, targeting 30% zero-emission kilometres by 2027. The charging site includes 300 kW chargers with Kempower’s flexible “MORE” system, supporting up to 12 plugs per unit. In the first half of 2024, EKLEO’s electric trucks saved over 46,000 kg of CO₂, demonstrating significant impact. EKLEO, a pioneering French transportation company, has built an electric truck fleet and a dedicated charging site.

  • SWTCH Energy unveils AI-enhanced security to tackle theft and vandalism at charging stations

    3 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

    SWTCH Energy’s new security solutions use AI-powered monitoring and real-time cable cut detection to prevent EV charger theft. These systems provide instant alerts, reinforced cables, and automated warnings, reducing theft and vandalism at charging stations. Compact and easy to install, these units fit multifamily and commercial properties without requiring major infrastructure upgrades.

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