Mark Anderson
The emergence of green technologies and the global shift toward sustainable solutions have fostered significant advancements in the electric vehicle industry. The UK has particularly experienced a robust growth of startups offering innovative solutions in this sector, especially those that sprung up in 2020 and beyond. Here’s a look at some of the English startups in the Electric Vehicle domain that were founded in 2020 or later, and are paving the way for remarkable transformations.
London, being the capital city and one of the innovation hubs in the UK, hosts most of these startups. Their focuses range from electric bicycle services to EV charging infrastructure, emission-free car conversion technology, and more. These companies have pushed through the challenges of starting a business amidst the uncertainties brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing resilience and ingenuity in turn.
Let’s delve into the world of these visionary startups that are driving the future towards a more sustainable, emission-free era. These companies are not just about electric cars but about a whole change in how we perceive transportation, energy, and even convenience.
HumanForest
Co-founded by Agustin Guilisasti, Caroline Seton, and Michael John Stewart Ackermann, HumanForest provides dockless, shared, and ad-supported e-bike services. The company, established in London, merges electric vehicle technology with information technology, paving the way for efficient and sustainable urban mobility.
Kleanbus
Also headquartered in London, Kleanbus has developed a system that transforms any diesel bus into an emission-free electrically powered vehicle. This startup represents the future of sustainable transportation, offering a solution that significantly reduces air pollution.
Blike
Blike, co-founded by Steve Ellis and Tim Carrigan, merges cycling, electric vehicles, and manufacturing to make commuting more eco-friendly and efficient. Their innovations are a testament to the future of pollution-free transportation.
Home Zap
Another London-based startup, Home Zap, offers solutions in the electric vehicle, electrical distribution and professional services sector. Despite the lack of information about their founders and description, Home Zap is one to watch in the Electric Vehicle industry.
L-Charge
L-Charge, co-founded by Dmitry Lashin, has taken a fresh approach to solve the current challenge faced by many electric vehicle owners – the lack of fast charging points. They are designing a scalable and off-grid network of superfast chargers, another step towards a carbon-neutral economy.
zumocharge
zumocharge, launched at the Founder Institute and co-founded by Jose Paris, is developing a service to help electric vehicle owners without driveway access charge their vehicles, promising to service up to 1.2 million cars in London alone. Their revolutionary project seeks to tap into the existing, underutilized charging infrastructure to serve EV owners better.
Kiri Technologies
Entering the green tech scene is Kiri Technologies, founded in 2020 by Alejandro Carrera, Kai Schildhauer, Luca Rubino, and Mauro Di Benedetto. They aim to promote sustainable behaviours by incentivizing both individuals and brands that align with sustainable practices.
Zest
Zest is a London-based EV charging company committed to democratizing EV adoption in the UK by rapidly filling the gaps in the maturing public charging infrastructure.
Go Eve
Although there’s limited information about Go Eve‘s founders and their company’s description, this London-based startup is another player changing the electric vehicle landscape.
OUNO App
OUNO App, founded by Bobby Drewett, is an executive ride-hailing mobile application that encourages users to travel using electric vehicles. This London-based startup champions a ‘Greener, Faster’ ethos by promoting its electric ride options.
Atlas Motor Corporation
British-Moroccan startup Atlas Motor Corporation, co-founded by Mohammed Hicham Hannoun and Mohammed Yehya EL BAKKALI, specialises in Electric Vehicles Technology and Industry. Their work ranges from clean energy R&D to electric vehicle technology development and manufacturing, making electric vehicles more affordable and energy efficient.
These startups are the engines propelling the electric vehicle industry in UK towards progress and sustainability. Their innovative solutions lead the way in realising a greener future, reflecting the potential to change the entire landscape of mobility and energy consumption.
