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Weaker ZEV mandate could land UK drivers with £40bn ‘petrol premium’
A potential weakening of the ZEV mandate families stuck paying a £1,600 a year petrol premium “simply because there aren’t enough electric cars to go round”.
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG ZS 1.5 Hybrid+
Seven days to test the MG ZS in 1.5 Hybrid+ pure hybrid form. By Al Suttie.
Kia EV3 crowned UK Car of the Year 2025
Kia has done the double by winning the UK Car of the Year Awards two years in a row with the EV3’s victory for 2025.
Red tape cut could unlock 160,000 electric van registrations, survey finds
An estimated 160,000 registrations of new large electric vans could be unlocked over the next two years if restrictive regulations are addressed by the Government.
Volkswagen previews £17k entry level electric car due 2027
Volkswagen has given a first glimpse of its upcoming ‘baby’ EV that will “deliver mobility for everyone”.
Volvo ES90 debuts with advanced tech and up to 435 miles of range
Volvo has uncovered its ES90 electric saloon at last, delivering advanced technologies, Scandinavian design and superior comfort.
Cox Automotive and DHL to open EV battery repair centre in UK
Cox Automotive is joining forces with DHL Supply Chain to open a new EV battery repair centre said to be the biggest in the UK.
Most powerful Škoda Octavia vRS hits the beat for police fleets
Škoda UK’s most powerful Octavia vRS production model is now available on the brand’s emergency services line-up.
Ionity launches charging solution for corporate fleets
EV rapid charging specialist Ionity has launched its first charging solution dedicated to corporate fleets.
Samsara joins Driving for Better Business to help fleets better manage road risk
Fleet telematics specialist Samsara has joined forces with Driving for Better Business to improve road safety and help organisations better manage fleet risk.
Targa gets direct fleet telematics integration with Toyota and Lexus
Targa Telematics has signed a partnership with Toyota Motors Europe that enables direct fleet data integration from Toyota and Lexus Vehicles.
Entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van on sale from £35,960
A new entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van is now on sale, giving more options for businesses to go electric.
EVs take quarter of February market but fleet registrations dip
UK driver demand for electric vehicles hit a new record in February but fleet registrations dropped.
Pump prices hit six-month high after February rise
Average petrol prices are at their highest level since last September after yet another month of pump price rises.
New Audi A6 Avant unveiled with streamlined design but not a new name
Audi has officially debuted the all-new A6 Avant, complete with dynamic design, streamlined aerodynamics and petrol/diesel engines.
UK passes 75,000 electric car charge point milestone
The number of public charge points has raced past the 75,000 mark, new figures show.
Northgate agrees rescue partner contract with Green Flag
Northgate has signed up Green Flag, part of Direct Line Group, as its rescue partner for both commercial vehicles and personal hire cars across the UK.
Last chance to enter 2025 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet managers and suppliers still have time to enter the Great British Fleet Awards 2025 – but need to beat the deadline of this Friday lunchtime.
New average speed cameras to be installed on A38 in Cornwall
Average speed cameras are being installed on the A38 in Cornwall to reduce safety risks along an accident black spot.
M25 full closure along Surrey stretch this weekend
This weekend’s full closure of the M25 along the Surrey stretch is likely to bring major disruption on the roads, drivers have been warned.
Used EV leasing now available from CBVC Vehicle Management
CBVC Vehicle Management has debuted a used electric vehicle leasing service for business and personal customers.
Used EV prices have bottomed out, Indicata data suggests
Prices for used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) could finally have bottomed out, according to Indicata.
Midlands battery firm plans 10GWh gigafactory with help from China
Volklec, a Midlands-based battery manufacturing business, is planning to build batteries for energy storage solutions and EV power in Coventry under a new licensing deal.
Polestar Charge app boosted with nearly 2,800 more charging points
Polestar has boosted its subscription charging service with an extra 2,754 charging points in the UK.
EU proposes ‘breathing space’ for carmakers to hit CO2 targets
The European Commission has announced proposals to give struggling carmakers more time to meet CO2 targets to avoid fines.
New managing director for Sogo Mobility
Sogo Mobility has appointed Chris Joyce as its new managing director, succeeding Karl Howkins who left last year.
MGS5 EV teased as successor to MG ZS
MG, partner at the 2025 Great British Fleet Event, has previewed a new all-electric compact SUV ahead of its arrival this spring.
BYD continues meteoric growth with new Arval-backed leasing solutions
BYD has partnered with Arval for the arrival of BYD Lease in the UK.
Third of EV leases extended at Zenith amid challenging market
Zenith has reported its latest trading update, revealing a continued challenging trading environment in particular for electric vehicle residual values.
Ohme charging app now available with MultiCar function
Ohme has added MultiCar functionality to its charging app for households with more than one EV.
