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The UK Treasury is considering cutting VAT on public charging amid fears that recently announced taxes on EVs could harm demand.

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All-electric three-wheeled Fiat Tris to go on sale in Europe in 2026

January 12, 2026 George East

Fiat has confirmed that its all-electric three-wheeled Tris truck will go on sale in Europe later this year, with a 90-kilometre range and 540kg loading capacity.

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£38,000 Tesla Model 3 ‘Standard’ to arrive in UK in February

January 12, 2026 George East

Tesla has confirmed that it will bring its stripped-out, entry-level Model 3 ‘Standard’ trim to the UK by the end of next month, with a starting price of £37,995 or £249 per month.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA crowned European Car of the Year 2026

January 12, 2026 Matt Allan

European judges have voted the Mercedes-Benz CLA their car of the year for 2026, picking it above six other electrified models

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Arnold Clark Charge becomes Scotland’s biggest ultra-rapid network

January 12, 2026 Matt Allan

Arnold Clark’s in-house charging network has become Scotland’s largest single ultra-rapid provider just a year after launching.

Formula E News

Cassidy storms from 13th as Citroën claim landmark Formula E victory in Mexico city

January 11, 2026 Richard Alvin

Nick Cassidy charged from 13th on the grid to secure Citroën’s first-ever Formula E win at the 2026 Mexico City E-Prix, mastering Attack Mode strategy in the championship’s 150th race.

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Bold Mazda CX-6e eyes Tesla Model Y ahead of UK arrival

January 9, 2026 George East

Mazda has revealed its all-electric CX-6e SUV at the Brussels Motor Show ahead of its UK debut at the end of 2026.

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Leapmotor B05 takes aim at Kia EV4 with minimalist cabin and 286-mile range

January 9, 2026 George East

Leapmotor has shown the interior of its B05 hatchback for the first time at the Brussels Motor Show, with the likes of the Volkswagen ID.3, Kia EV4, and Vauxhall Astra Electric firmly in its sights.

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At large: Hyundai Staria Electric MPV weighs in with nine seats and 250-mile range

January 9, 2026 George East

Hyundai has taken the wraps off its all-electric Staria MPV at the Brussels Motor Show, focusing on “space and charging speed, comfort and zero emissions.”