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Business demand for electric vehicles overtakes ICE in 2023
Electric vehicles were more popular than diesel and petrol vehicles combined in the business contract hire (BCH) market in the first six months of 2023. Data … Read More »
Renault Austral E-Tech recognised by industry for RVs
Cap hpi confirmed best-in-class residual values for the Renault Austral E-Tech full hybrid. In the segment, the SUV hybrid takes the residual value crown, retaining 50.1% … Read More »
Double digit growth for UK car production since January – SMMT
UK car production rose 11.7% in the first half of the year to 450,168 units with June – up 16.2% – the fifth consecutive month of … Read More »
Transport Committee publishes its report on DfT Strategic Road Network
The Transport Committee has published its report on the Department of Transport’s Strategic Road Network (SRN) and questions where investment is spent. In a summary of … Read More »
Used LCV prices remain consistent
Dealers paid strong money for used LCVs in good condition in Q2, according to Aston Barclay’s market insights report. Prices rose in Q2 by 17.2% (£1,442) … Read More »
UK Infrastructure Bank supports EV charging points roll out
Driving the roll out of electric vehicle charging points: The UK Infrastructure Bank commits £45 million to support GRIDSERVE’s ambitious roll-out across motorway services. UK Infrastructure … Read More »
Mer supports AA’s electrification of first response vehicles
Mer is supporting the AA as it electrifies some of its breakdown vehicles. The AA is switching selected patrol vans to EVs as it continues to … Read More »
Government launches review of the DVLA
The Government has launched an independent review of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) so that it can continue to keep drivers and vehicles on … Read More »
Marcus Gossen appointed new director of Seat and Cupra UK
Seat and Cupra UK is today announcing the appointment of Marcus Gossen as its new director. He will start in the role on 1 September 2023. … Read More »
EV charging device figures up in all regions of the UK
The latest figures from the UK government reveal there was an increase in total charging devices and those rated rapid or above in all regions of … Read More »
Calum James appointed head of fleet for Mercedes-Benz UK Van Division
Mercedes-Benz UK has appointed Calum James as the new head of fleet for its van division, effective immediately. Calum has previously worked for the brand’s Passenger … Read More »
BG SyncEV powers up with Monta
BG SyncEV joins the Powered by Monta programme to ensure all units are shipped with Monta software. BG SyncEV is joining the Powered by Monta programme … Read More »
New management team for ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK
Following the acquisition of LeasePlan by ALD Automotive, the combined entity has today announced its UK Integration Committee. Effective immediately, the Committee will comprise: Chris Black … Read More »
Fleet Alliance rated Best Workplace for Women 2023
Leasing and fleet management specialist, Fleet Alliance, has been voted A Best Workplace For Women for a third year in a row and the only fleet … Read More »
Lexus announces UK model range for the LM luxury mover
The all-new Lexus LM is now on sale to UK customers. The LM is a “luxury mover” that offers the luxury features and performance of a … Read More »
Report shows more needed to improve cycle safety
In collisions between bikes and vehicles, the person driving the vehicle is more often at fault according to new research by Cycling Scotland. After analysing data … Read More »
Europcar Mobility Group UK boosts focus on EV with new role
Tom Middleditch set to take on new head of electric mobility role. Europcar Mobility Group UK is reshaping its resources to put further focus on electric … Read More »
Younger used EVs sell faster than diesels, reports INDICATA
Used EV sales are outselling used diesels at less than two years old according to the latest INDICATA Market Watch report. EVs accounted for 10.6% of … Read More »
Jaama acquired by investment group, gaining a new chief executive
Jaama has been acquired by a group of entrepreneurial investors led by Andrew Holgate. Andrew Holgate takes over as chief executive after his investment group acquired … Read More »
Gridserve accelerates high power EV charging at Cornwall services
Gridserve Technologies software optimises available grid and solar energy to maximise charging speeds with dynamic load sharing. Gridserve has delivered a new solution that combines batteries … Read More »
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