Tag : BVRLA
Local authorities still not in dialogue with fleets about charging needs, finds BVRLA
A growing number of local authorities now have an electric vehicle charging strategy in place but few are talking to fleets about their needs.
Lex’s Steve Cocks picks up Outstanding Contribution honour at BVRLA Annual Dinner
Steve Cocks of Lex Autolease has been named as the latest recipient of the BVRLA’s Freddie Aldous Outstanding Contribution Award.
Zero Emission Van Plan launches in Houses of Parliament
A Zero Emission Van Plan setting out where vital action is needed has launched in the Houses of Parliament.
BVRLA’s Nora Leggett steps down after three decades of service
Nora Leggett is to retire from the BVRLA at the end of December 2023, after more than 26 years serving its members.
Government pledges support for fleet electric van switch
The Government has said it recognises the challenges for van decarbonisation and provided assurances that further solutions are under development to support fleets.
BVRLA takes three-point plan for fleet decarbonisation direct to MPs
The BVRLA has launched its Future of Fleets Manifesto 2024, revealing its key asks of government for the fleet sector.
Subject of van electrification centre stage at BVRLA webinar
The hot topic of how to boost electric van uptake is to come under focus at the BVRLA’s next Fleets in Charge free webinar, taking place on … Read More »
BVRLA fleet achieves green growth despite EV value challenges
The BVRLA leasing fleet has returned to levels last seen in 2018, despite growing concerns over used electric vehicle values in a consistently volatile market.
Fully electric cars account for half of fleet registrations delivered in Q1
Nearly half of the company cars delivered in the first quarter of 2023 were battery electric vehicles (BEVs), new BVRLA data reveals.
First four local authorities sign up to fleet charging pledge
A quartet of local authorities have already signed up to the BVRLA’s new Fleet Friendly Charging Pledge less than a month after it launched.
Fleets hit by rising SMR costs and delays, warns BVRLA
Vehicle supply issues may finally be abating but fleets are now facing a lack of parts and increasing SMR (service maintenance and repair) costs and delays, … Read More »
BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference to spotlight latest EV developments
The BVRLA has revealed details of its upcoming Fleets in Charge Conference, which will give insights and tips on growing electric.
BVRLA to run fleet charging local authority ‘masterclass’
The BVRLA is to host a masterclass session exploring how fleets can work with authorities to deliver effective infrastructure.
BVRLA launches targeted EV charging support for local authorities
The BVRLA is running a new campaign to support more local authorities in developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure strategies.
BVRLA reveals agenda for 2023 Fleets in Charge Conference
‘Early bird’ tickets are available for the BVRLA’s 2023 Fleets in Charge conference, which will address the top issues facing fleet decarbonisation.
BVRLA to share industry insights and advice at next week’s Great British Fleet Event
The BVRLA will be at Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Event in Milton Keynes next Tuesday 25 April to engage with the sector and shed light … Read More »
BVRLA leasing broker fleet boosted by EVs and business contract hire upturn
A rebound in demand for business contract hire and strong EV take-up helped the BVRLA’s leasing broker fleet grow in 2022, despite continued vehicle supply challenges … Read More »
BVRLA secures post-Brexit clarity for rental and leasing sectors
The BVRLA has helped to secure much-needed regulatory clarity around the legal status of rental and leasing firms in the vehicle supply chain.
Electric vehicles prove silver lining for UK leasing sector amid supply challenges
Increasing demand for electric vehicles is helping the leasing sector to return to growth following the initial impact of the pandemic.
Fleet sector confidence on rise but vehicle supply issues risk recovery
The rental and leasing industry has a far more positive outlook on the economy and business expectations – but vehicle supply is a major cause for … Read More »
Average leasing CO2 emissions under 100g/km for first time ever
Average CO2 emissions for new car registrations in the UK leasing sector have fallen below 100g/km for the first time ever, according to new BVRLA data.
BVRLA member satisfaction soars
BVRLA member satisfaction rose across all key areas in 2020, driven by the organisation’s support in a very challenging year.
‘Huge’ appetite among fleets for pure electric vehicles, says BVRLA
While fleets are at the early stages of electric vehicle deployment, there is a “huge” appetite for pure EVs and a need for businesses to understand … Read More »
Business leasing sees biggest-ever fall but PCH still on the up
Rising personal leasing demand and LCV take-up helped offset declining business contract hire for cars in Q2, new data from the BVRLA shows.
Synergy CEO named BVRLA Leasing Broker Committee vice chair
Paul Parkinson, founder and CEO of Synergy Car Leasing, has assumed the role of Leasing Broker Committee vice chairman at the BVRLA.
No-deal Brexit to add £2.1bn to fleet sector’s annual new car bill
Failure to reach an EU trade deal will hit fleets hard, jeopardise any recovery of the automotive sector and slow down the uptake of electric vehicles, … Read More »
Nationwide digital payment platform is a must for Clean Air Zones, says BVRLA
The introduction of Clean Air Zones is essential to combat air pollution but local and national support, including a digital payment platform, is vital to help … Read More »
BVRLA ups ante on Plug-in Pledge as fleets prove pivotal to decarbonisation
The fleet sector will be responsible for 75% of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on UK roads by 2025 – underscoring just how vital the industry is … Read More »
2032 zero-emission deadline proposal “too early to say”, says BVRLA
The BVRLA has commented that the Committee on Climate Change’s progress report about reducing UK emissions, released today, is too early to say whether 2032 is … Read More »
BVRLA comment: The sky’s the limit
Toby Poston, director of corporate affairs at the BVRLA, on managing the ZEV mandate.