Auto Trader is the UK’s leading automotive marketplace for new and used cars, and is helping to support consumers to make more environmentally friendly vehicle choices.

The platform features the largest choice of new and used electric vehicles (EVs) as well as content and advice to support car buyers to make the switch to EVs.

Founded in 2009, OVO is a company with sustainability and the pursuit of net zero woven throughout its DNA. The winner of multiple awards from Company of the Decade at the BusinessGreen Leaders’ Awards to the Sunday Times’ Best Place to Work for Women, for offering forward thinking policies and better flexibility for everyone to balance work with life.

OVO is on a mission through its sustainability strategy Plan Zero to tackle the most important issue of our time; the climate crisis, by bringing our customers with us on the journey towards zero carbon living. OVO Energy has committed to being a net zero carbon business and achieve bold science-based carbon reduction targets, while helping customers reduce their household emissions at the same time.

In 2023, EV LIVE at Blenheim Palace hosted a series of insightful panel discussions at the latest addition to the event – the Insights Stage – sponsored by OVO!

Founded in 1995, BYD have over 28 years of battery expertise and are a globally renowned pioneering name in technological innovation and produced electric cars, buses, lorries and rail transport across the world.

Committed to developing eco-friendly technology for a more sustainable future, 2023 sees the introduction of the brand and its pioneering innovation to the UK automotive market, with a range of technologically advanced electric cars starting with the ATTO3.

The UK’s best-selling vehicle brand is delighted to be attending EV LIVE, by taking an official presence at this year’s show.

Ford will have a full manufacturer presence at the show as part of its ‘Go Electric’ Roadshow. This interactive exhibition has been designed to demystify and answer any questions show-goers might have about switching to electrified cars and vans. Visitors can learn how to plug in and charge, measure the benefits of living with an electrified vehicle and find out what model is best suited to their personal or business needs. They can also find out all there is to know about the science of electrification technology and how to reduce CO2 emissions and motoring running costs.

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We’ll have experts on hand to help answer questions and plenty of information on our full electrified vehicle range. We’re currently offering plug-in hybrid powertrains on the Ford Kuga and the best-selling Transit Custom 1T van, as well as fully electric versions of the iconic Ford Transit and the high-performance Mustang Mach-E. We look forward to seeing you there.

GWM ORA is an innovative branch of Chinese automaker, Great Wall Motor (GWM). Their ongoing mission is to bring a fresh new approach to emobility to the European market. Combining creative design with progressive technology, GWM ORA are redefining EVs for the future.

Hyundai will return to support EV Live again at Blenheim Palace, with IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 test drives available across the weekend. We are pleased to announce that the all-new KONA Electric prototype will also be on display and event visitors will be able to explore the much-anticipated model in advance of it arriving on UK roads later this year.

The EV Live event will showcase the award winning IONIQ line up which includes the recently crowned 2023 World Car of the Year – IONIQ 6. The Hyundai team will be on hand to answer any questions about the exciting line-up and look forward to inviting visitors to register on the day for the test drive experience.

Nissan pioneered the mass-market electric vehicle back in 2010 with the 100% electric Nissan LEAF. A decade later and over 500,000 LEAF sold globally, Nissan has developed its rich electrification expertise and will soon be launching the all-electric, new Nissan ARIYA coupe crossover. Marking a new chapter for Nissan, ARIYA embodies Nissan’s Japanese DNA, offers dynamic driving performance, and boasts a wealth of in-car technology.

Going beyond the vehicle, Nissan is working on a comprehensive flagship manufacturing ecosystem, EV36Zero, based in Sunderland, UK – which will bring together vehicle and battery production, powered by renewable energy to set the blueprint for the future of manufacturing mobility.

Peugeot’s range of new electric cars can meet all of your requirements: ultra-compact city car, family mini-van, functional light commercial vehicle, etc.

Marrying innovative design with outstanding environmental performance and cutting-edge technology, Peugeot will be bringing their e208, e2008 and 308 GT Hybrid for test drives across the weekend.

Tesla’s core mission statement has always been to be at the forefront of developing a sustainable future, creating a green individualised power grid, powered by solar energy, running on batteries and transported by electric vehicles.

Through designing sustainable systems that are massively scalable – Tesla have emerged in recent years as the sector lead for electric vehicles, marrying safety with innovative battery technology and a philosophy grounded in creating a space that is as fun for the passenger as it is for the driver.

Waylands are an independent, family-owned car retailer who represent three leading brands in the EV market: Volvo, Kia, and MG. They are an award winning car dealer group in the South of England, with 10 retailers stretching along the M4 corridor from Reading to Bristol. For those who are local to Oxford, Waylands have MG and Volvo on Cumnor Hill Oxford and Kia in Bicester.

Waylands is an ‘EVA Approved’ dealer, offering a wide range of all-electric and plug-in hybrid cars, from the MG EV 4 to the Volvo C40 and Kia EV6. All of their MG, Kia & Volvo specialists are fully trained with the latest EV knowledge and their sites are complete with charging infrastructure.

William Morgan Group is the authorised retailer of BMW and MINI within Oxfordshire.

They offer a wide range of New and Approved Used BMWs and MINIs within their two retail centres situated in Wolvercote and Long Hanborough, proud to be helping customers in and around Oxford discover the future of electric mobility with the BMW and MINI electric range.

William Morgan Group will be showcased the latest electric models from BMW and MINI at EV LIVE, complete with BMW’s state-of-the-art eDrive technology and sublime interior touches.

Showcasing at EV LIVE at Blenheim Palace their new RECO range, Advanced is a German E-bike brand bringing quality E-biking closer to us here in the UK.

The new sustainable RECO range is manufactured in Germany from 100% recyclable carbon composite frames, reducing carbon emissions by 68% compared to an aluminium bike frame produced in the Far East. Made from one cast, made to last.

Powered by a Bosch motor, offering a 4 year warranty and a 30 years warranty on the RECO frames, Advanced Bikes offer premium quality and longevity.

Ca Go means Load up on Life! CaGo has set itself the task of building the safest cargo bikes in the world. Bosch powered beautifully engineered electric cargo bikes for the most precious Cargo from Koblenz, Germany.

The FS200 model can be configured as a Family cargo bike but also as a business or last mile delivery vehicle. The new CS model is a compact City Utility Vehicle designed to carry up to 180kg across 3 load areas on the bike.

What makes CaGo unique: successfully crash tested, cable steering, low centre of gravity, quality & performance all around. Represented in the UK by Also Bikes as distributors.

Clipper – a UK-based start up delivering net zero transport, starting with the iconic London Black Cab.

With taxi licenses already approved for their vehicles in Oxford, Birmingham and Edinburgh, Clipper up-cycle existing London Black Cabs destined for the scrap heap, converting the vehicle to a fully electric, emission-free powertrain.

Immediate plans are to upcycle 10,000 polluting diesel cabs, providing drivers with a better alternative, and bringing quiet, clean, cheap electrification to Britain’s cities.

At EV LIVE, Ebike Barn will be showcasing Riese & Muller, a premium German manufacturer of custom ebikes and eCargo bikes and is a fantastic opportunity to see ebikes and ecargo bikes of the highest quality featuring state of the art technology and pioneering design.

Riese & Muller’s vision is to be the most sustainable company in the e-bike industry by 2025, shaping the mobility of the future across four levels of responsibility; for nature, the climate, people and society. As such, Riese & Muller have won numerous awards for design and innovation, and maintained its position as an industry leader.

Easee develops, designs and manufactures innovative solutions for charging and power management technology and exports to over 20 countries in Europe.

Their focus on scalable, future-oriented technology places them at the forefront of sustainable engineering, and their innovations are sure to shape mobility for the electric age.

With over 30 years of experience in smart electronic solutions, EZ-Charge is an award-winning company dedicated to renewable energy infrastructure.

At EV LIVE, EZ-Charge will showcase their remarkable initiative: Park & Charge Oxfordshire, which is an incredible opportunity to learn about their public EV Charging Hubs and the accessibility of EV charging.

EZOO is a leading EV subscription service. Their goal is to provide affordable and flexible subscription models to allow more people to adopt emobility than ever before.

With EZOO, you can choose the car, choose the term, then click & collect for personal or business use. Their salary sacrifice programme can save drivers 40% or more on a brand-new EV.

Joining us across the weekend, we will have members from EVA England (the Electric Vehicle Association) at EV LIVE at Blenheim Palace who will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have about EV ownership.

EVA England is a member association established in June 2020 to offer a voice to current and prospective electric vehicles and accelerate the transition to an electric England.

As the electrification of logistics, delivery and supply chain sectors continue to grow exponentially, it’s fantastic to see an industry leading OEM such as DAF pushing the envelope of design for electric trucks.

With all-LFP battery technology, up to 250 mile real world ranges and payloads competitive with ICE, EV LIVE at Blenheim Palace provides an incredible opportunity for individuals to see first-hand DAF’s electric range, and find out how DAF can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint.

Whether harvesting the sun’s energy through world-class hybrid farms, helping build confidence in electric cars with their state-of-the-art electric car charging locations, or helping their amazing customer transition to an electric vehicle, Gridserve is continually striving to make a positive impact on our environment.

Be sure to stop by their stand to discuss anything from charging to vehicle leasing at this year’s EV LIVE!

An issue affecting 40% of UK households is the distinct lack of a driveway and as more individuals consider switching to an electric vehicle (EV), solving this home-charging conundrum is paramount to mass EV roll out.

Kerbo has developed a patented polymer channel, when professionally installed in the pavement outside your home, allows you to safely run a charging cable from your house to your car.

Alongside this fantastic innovation, Kerbo have also built a hyper local sharing app, where residents share their supply with their neighbours, generating revenue for themselves and Kerbo.

With around 25% of UK households replying on on-street parking and there currently unable to charge EVs at home due to a lack of driveway, ODS developed the Gul-e system to help make EVs and EV charging more accessible.

The Gul-e has undergone extensive testing, with trials taking place across a multitude of locations and now is being rolled out across the private sector and in conjunction with local authorities and housing developers.

Based in Oxfordshire, Off-Road Electric supply a wide range of all-electric all-terrain utility vehicles, helping land-owners effortlessly transition to reliable zero-emission utility and transport solutions.

From nimble 2WD buggies and people carriers, to 4WD all-terrain UTVs, fully-electric tractors and the all-new Scottish-built Munro EV, owners of all-electric utility vehicles get the job done silently, with zero exhaust emissions; ideal for working around horses, livestock and on campsites. Off-Road Electric also supply a full range of ATV accessories and tractor implements that are made in the UK.

Off-Road Electric are able to visit you on-site for demonstrations and test-drives and provide all after-sales support and servicing on location or from their base near Bicester.

Power Portal is proud to be providing smart metered services to over 75000 registered users across the globe. With their innovative Electric charging solutions, boasting an impressive 7000 charging points throughout the UK, drivers can conveniently recharge their vehicles and boats at local rates set by the chargepoint owners.

The Power Portal system further enhances their commitment to making every business location a refuelling station by empowering all businesses, regardless of size, to maximise revenue through our smart back-office system allowing you to profit from sustainability.

The intuitive system offers unique user group pricing, making it simple to manage and operate evolving EV fleets. Live service information is readily available, allowing for easy monitoring and exporting of previous charging history when needed.

The RAC is ahead of the game when it comes to looking after the breakdown needs of electric vehicle (EV) drivers. They’ve got the UK’s first lightweight, emergency chargers fitted in our vans and their patrols can quickly and easily recover EVs with all four wheels off the road, without having to call out a separate flatbed, saving drivers time.

As well as pioneering breakdown assistance, the RAC was also the first major roadside assistance company in the UK to begin using electric patrol vehicles to attend breakdowns in January 2022.

Providing a premium experience, Sigma Sports Electric offers a wide range of e-bikes from top brands, one-to-one buying consultations with in-store experts and the opportunity to test ride before buying. We’ll be glad to share the wealth of knowledge that our staff have gained from their own love of cycling and riding experiences.

Velospeed have been selling electric bikes for 15 years, and now with two stores (one in Yattendon, West Berkshire the other in Yarnton, Oxford), Velospeed are championing the role electric bikes have in a new vision of an integrated travel system.

From commuter to ecargo bikes, leisure cycles to bikes suitable for the whole family, be sure to stop by the Velospeed stand between 7-9th July, test ride an ebike and join the wider community to celebrate the continued reinvention of the world’s first real mass transport vehicle – the bicycle.

Westfield’s road and race EV car has been ten years in development. With production launching in 2024, the latest prototype, developed at Westfield Chesil’s new Research and Development facility in Bicester, will be on display at EV LIVE which will undoubtedly be a huge draw across the weekend.

Joining Westfield on the stand, visitors across the weekend will also be able to discover firsthand the Chesil Speedster E.

The iconic petrol-powered Chesil Speedster has been in production for 40 years. Recently, Westfield Chesil has introduced the Speedster E. Now built in Bicester, the Speedster E offers improved performance, fast charging, and a wonderful driving experience through town and country.

ZPN Energy is a leading British, fast-growing EnTech provider headquartered in Coventry, United Kingdom. As a solutions-based provider of infrastructure technologies that support a Net Zero Carbon economy and significant reductions in energy costs including Energy Storage, Rapid and Ultra Rapid EV charging, mobile EV charging, grid support and energy management systems.

Their ZAPME solution is the world’s simplest and most portable solution to electric vehicle or EV recovery and on-demand local electric charging system. ZAPME is the world leader in the offer of Energy as a Service (EAAS) having provided mobile and portable EC energy for rapid mobile electric vehicle charging since 2017.