Transport for the North (TfN) welcomes this week’s announcements by the Government to support the uptake of Electric Vehicles (EVs). These steps directly align with key recommendations from our EV State of Play report, including:
Through our Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) Framework, TfN continues to work closely with Mayoral Combined Authorities, County Combined Authorities and Local Transport Authorities to drive a step change in charging provision across the North.
This national framework now includes pavement and road suitability assessments, building on our existing data such as driveway access mapping, forecasted charging demand and electricity grid connection needs. This integrated approach is helping our partners effectively apply the Local EV Infrastructure funding (LEVI) to take full advantage of new investment in cross-pavement charging solutions.
Supporting the EV transition is central to delivering a greener, fairer, and more inclusive transport system for the North.