Natalie Middleton
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.
Santander Consumer Finance signs up to Dealer Auction Remarketing Services
Santander Consumer Finance UK has partnered with Dealer Auction to fuel its MG digital strategy.
Renault 5 E-Tech EV teased ahead of Geneva
Renault has previewed its upcoming 5 electric car ahead of its unveiling next February at the 2024 Geneva Motor Show.
OBR downgrades EV projections on back of ICE ban delay
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has substantially reduced its projections for electric vehicle registrations in the UK amid concerns for take-up.
Fleets urged to educate drivers on safety benefits of 20mph zones
Businesses are being asked to play their part in educating drivers that adhering to 20mph speed zones does save lives.
Over quarter of drivers think okay to drink- or drug-drive on occasion
More than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence, a new survey has revealed.
Spencer Halil appointed MD at Northridge Finance
Former Alphabet chief commercial officer Spencer Halil is joining Northridge Finance as its new managing director.
UK car production up 31.6% but threat of Brexit tariffs looms large
UK car manufacturing output surged 31.6% in October, putting the country on track to produce one million light vehicles this year.
Major fleet operators test First Hydrogen LCVs at inaugural track day
Representatives from 21 UK fleet operators and industry specialists have put First Hydrogen’s fuel cell-powered light commercial vehicles to the test at an inaugural track day.
Gridserve puts charging prices up on Electric Highway
Gridserve is increasing charging prices across its Electric Highway with immediate effect.
ChargeGuru strengthens European position with Zeplug merger
EV charging solutions provider ChargeGuru has merged with Zeplug, a leading operator of charging infrastructure in apartment and office buildings, to support expansion in the UK … Read More »
Gridserve installs more ultra-rapid chargers at Moto Exeter
Gridserve is adding a further six ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging points at Moto Exeter, supporting drivers travelling in and around South West England.
Europcar uses electric ‘runner’ cars and bikes to meet customer sustainability ambitions
Europcar Mobility Group UK has revealed its latest successes to increase electric miles covered by its fleet.
Uber opens up to London’s black cab drivers
Uber is opening up its service to black cabs in London, with the first cabbies signing up now.
Third of drivers would ignore a red weather warning
The majority of drivers would ignore severe weather warnings despite the safety risks, new research has found.
New-gen Dacia Duster gets extra space and hybrids
Dacia has presented its brand-new Duster SUV, continuing its value-for-money focus but with new technologies, tougher design and a switch to a new platform and hybrid … Read More »
Real-time energy data management tech critical to successful EV fleet, says VEV
The change from traditional fuel cards to data-powered fleet dashboards is as significant for the fleet sector as the shift from cash to contactless was for … Read More »
Exicom expands into UK with home and workplace chargers
Indian EV charger manufacturer Exicom has announced its launch into the UK and Europe market with a range of home and business solutions.
Lotus launches 450kW ultra-rapid EV chargers
British sports car maker Lotus has launched its own range of EV charging solutions as part of its commitment to becoming all-electric by 2028.
eDriving launches ESG reporting solution for global fleets
Fleet technology solutions specialist eDriving has introduced a new Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) sustainability reporting solution for fleets.
Allstar partners with Applegreen Electric to boost motorway charging
Allstar has boosted its EV charging network under a new tie-up with Applegreen Electric.
Bexley to get 100 on-street charge points in new Ubitricity deal
Bexley has appointed Ubitricity to deploy a network of 100 on-street EV charge points across the borough.
New partnership to deliver ‘unique’ end-to-end EV charging infrastructure
A major new partnership that aims to significantly boost the UK’s public and private EV infrastructure has been announced at the London EV Show.
Cap HPI: Used values down another 4.2% as prices ‘realign considerably’
Used trade values have fallen a further 4.2% in November at the three-year point, as prices “continue to realign considerably”, according to Cap HPI.
UK auto industry pledges to address diversity shortfall
Some of the UK’s biggest automotive companies have pledged that women will represent 30% of their workforce within the next six years, in a bid to … Read More »
Ealing Council goes live with new batch of Believ EV charge points
Ealing Council is rolling out a new programme of EV charge point installations in line with its focus on creating accessible on-street EV charging solutions for … Read More »
Fastned to build its first charging stations in Northern Ireland
European rapid charging firm Fastned has applied for planning permission for two 300kW ultra-rapid charging stations in Banbridge and Antrim.
Osprey opens rapid EV charging site at John o’ Groats
Osprey Charging has opened three new rapid chargers at the northernmost point of the UK mainland.
LCP to roll out PoGo ultra-rapid chargers at key retail locations
Property investor LCP is quadrupling the number of electric vehicle charging points at its retail sites under a partnership deal with PoGo.
Addison Lee invests £30m in VW Multivan PHEVs as EV-only target shunts back
Private hire giant Addison Lee is making a £30m investment in 600 brand-new, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Volkswagen multivans for its passenger fleet.
