London mayor, Boris Johnson has been recognised for his efforts promoting electric cars.
The mayor was presented with the MIPAA Chairman’s Award in recognition of his efforts. The MIPAA, the largest network of professional motor industry awards, gives an annual award for outstanding contribution to public relations. The accolade was previously received by actor/EV advocate Robert Llewellyn in 2010 with other previous winners including Chris Evans, Ken Gibson, Lord March, Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman, and Jeremy Clarkson.
Accepting the award of Boris, Kulveer Ranger, the Mayor’s director of Environment, said: "Bringing electric vehicles to the capital is a key part of the Mayor’s goal of delivering cleaner air for London.
"We will have 1,300 charge points in the capital by 2013 through our Source London network, making electric motoring even more accessible to drivers, and ultimately aim to ensure no Londoner is more than a mile from a charge point.
MIPAA Chairman, Al Clarke praised the Mayor’s leadership in championing electric vehicles:
"As Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has increased the profile of electric vehicles and promoted the benefits they can bring in modern cities. His pioneering and practical approach has boosted interest in this exciting period in electric vehicle motoring and enabled other cities to gain from London’s lead. The MIPAA Chairman’s Award is due recognition of the Mayor’s commitment to supporting sustainable transport."
