Natalie Middleton
Motorway electric vehicle charger target missed, finds RAC
The Government has fallen “well short” of a vital target for high-speed motorway electric vehicle chargers, new research by the RAC reveals.
Nissan marks 90th birthday with list of global transport innovations
Almost 70% of the UK public think new technology will play a big role in reducing the environmental impact of transportation in the UK.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Plans for new EV super hub at Winchester get go-ahead
InstaVolt’s plans for an EV Super Hub at Winchester have been given the green light by the city council.
Osprey grows UK network to 1,000+ rapid chargers
Osprey Charging has now installed over 1,000 rapid EV charging points throughout the UK, more than doubling the size of its network in the last year.
Used values starting to return to seasonal norms, says Cap
Used car values at three years / 60,000 miles fell by 2.1% in December, getting closer to normal seasonal movements, according to Cap HPI.
UK’s first public hydrogen-powered EV chargers go live
A new electric vehicle charging facility powered by hydrogen has gone live at Cairn Lodge Services on the M74 in Lanarkshire, averting pressure on the grid.
UK car production rockets 14.8% in November
UK car manufacturing output soared 14.8% in November, representing the best performance for the month since 2020.
Decathlon stores to get Be.EV ultra-rapid chargers
Decathlon is deploying ultra-rapid chargers at select stores across the country in a new deal with charging network Be.EV.
UK and EU sign off on deal to avoid tariffs on electric vehicles
The EU and UK have today ratified a deal to extend trade rules on electric vehicles until the end of 2026, narrowly avoiding the risk of … Read More »
BP Pulse more than doubles number of ultra-fast charge points
BP Pulse has reported significant progress in the rollout and reliability of its rapid and ultra-fast EV charging network in the UK.
New car market will be driven by return to push in 2024
The new car market is set to return to a ‘push’ model in 2024, delivering significant discounting and finance offers to stimulate consumer demand – particularly … Read More »
SsangYong UK becomes KGM Motors
SsangYong Motor UK has rebranded as KGM Motors UK (KGM) with immediate effect in line with the new global identity.
Rise in dangerous level of van tyre wear reported
i247 Group has reported a rise in very low tyre treads on vans, putting fleets at increased risk of tyre failure and blowouts.
Abax UK appoints new commercial director
Telematics brand Abax has appointed Joe Medina-Browne as commercial director for the UK.
Electric Green and Royal Mail join forces to pilot bi-directional wireless EV charging solution
Electric Green, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions company, today announces a strategic collaboration with Royal Mail and QEnergy to demonstrate the advantages of bi-directional wireless … Read More »
Citroën unveils new ë-SpaceTourer MPV
Citroën has revealed its updated ë-SpaceTourer MPV with a new front-end and design consistent with the new brand identity.
Nio completes 648 miles on a single charge with new Ultra Long Range battery
Chinese EV challenger brand Nio has proven the capabilities of its new battery technology after completing a 648-mile journey on a single charge.
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.
New issue of EV Fleet World Digital now out
The latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now online – featuring new insights on operating EVs and road tests of the latest vehicle … Read More »
Critical success factors for fleet electrification in 2024 revealed
VEV, the e-fleet solutions provider backed by energy giant Vitol, has shared its 2023 fleet industry insights and critical success factors for fleet electrification in 2024.
Motorway services topple supermarkets as most popular charging location, finds Zapmap
Motorway services and EV charging hubs have displaced supermarket car parks as the most popular charging locations in the UK, according to new research from Zapmap.
TPS adds electric Cupra Born and VW ID. Buzz to delivery fleet
TPS, the parts business of Volkswagen Group UK, is boosting work to electrify its parts delivery service with the arrival of 25 Cupra Born and Volkswagen … Read More »
AI-powered tools from Reflex slash fleet driver road risks
Artificial intelligence-powered technology fitted to Reflex Vehicle Hire’s car and van fleet is delivering dramatic fleet risk reductions and improvements to driver safety.
Applied Driving secures £300,000 finance facility to expand global reach
UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK’s export credit agency, has announced an agreement with Applied Driving to help the Hampshire firm bring driving safety solutions to … Read More »
Aston Barclay signs sale-and-leaseback deals across four auction sites
Aston Barclay has agreed sale-and-leaseback deals for four vehicle auction sites to support its strategy of profitable debt-free growth.
‘Significant’ variations in EV SMR budgets by leasing firms revealed in new AFP report
A new report that indicates significant variations in the SMR budgets allocated by vehicle leasing companies for electric vehicles is now out from the Association of … Read More »
Fleet Assist appoints supply chain director
Fleet Assist has promoted Nikos Kotrozos to the new role of supply chain director.
Myths and misinformation about EVs now ‘deeply embedded’
Myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles are now firmly entrenched in many consumers’ minds, undermining confidence in the shift away from internal combustion engine vehicles.
