Lib Dem electric bus driving green campaign, says Swinson
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson has said the party’s use of an electric coach for the General Election campaign shows its green credentials.
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Banchory Academy racing team hailed for green race success
A team of young Aberdeenshire racers have been celebrated for their efforts in championing eco-friendly energy in Scottish Parliament.
The Grand Tour mocks Aberdeen electric vehicle project
Aberdeen University has been forced to defend its research after an electric vehicle project it worked on was mocked by presenters on The Grand Tour.
Electric vehicle wins Car of the Year award for first time
A prestigious Car of the Year award has been given to an electric vehicle (EV) for the first time.
Green vehicle numbers increase by 27% in one year in Aberdeen
The number of environmentally friendly vehicles on Aberdeen’s streets has increased by 27% in a single year.
Aberdeenshire motorists embrace electric vehicles as figures show increase in charging point use
North-east motorists are embracing the electric car revolution with a significant increase in the use of charging points.
Tesco to roll out free electric car charging points for shoppers
Free charging points for electric cars are to be rolled out at hundreds of Tesco stores from next year, the supermarket has announced.
MPs urge ‘clear’ target to ban new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2032
A ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars and vans should be brought forward to 2032 to drive the take-up of electric vehicles, MPs have said.
Special ‘green plates’ plan for ultra low-emission vehicles
Drivers of ultra-low emission vehicles could be given new green number plates as a “badge of honour” which could give them special privileges.
New homes could be made to have electric vehicle charging points
Plans aimed at making it easier to recharge electric vehicles than refuel petrol or diesel models will be announced by the Transport Secretary.
A9 electric highway ‘will boost tourism’
Plans to create Scotland’s first electric highway along the A9 are essential for the tourism industry, according to energy minister Paul Wheelhouse.
Orkney moves closer to the use of electric cars
A project exploring ways to accelerate the use of electric cars in Orkney is entering a new phase.