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90% of EV drivers use public charge points, Zap-Map research finds
Around 90% of EV drivers use public charging points regularly, but charging needs vary across a variety of needs.
Number of public charge points up 35%, reports Zap-Map
The UK’s public charge point network has grown 35% in the last year and now totals just under 35,000 devices across the UK.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Sixt adds Tesla Model Y to subscription fleet
Sixt car rental has upgraded its subscription service with the addition of the Tesla Model Y to the fleet.
New AI-powered CO2 tracking to cut last-mile fleet fuel bills
New AI-powered carbon emissions tracking that can help companies meet their supply chain sustainability goals and slash their fuel consumption is now available from DispatchTrack.
Anglian Water adds nearly 300 electric vehicles to fleet
Anglian Water is accelerating its electric vehicle rollout, with more than 300 fully electric and hybrid vehicles hitting the region’s roads over the coming months.
New issue of Fleet World now out
The new issue of Fleet World is now available to read, featuring latest industry analysis, EV & LCV reviews and essential advice for fleets to streamline … Read More »
Just one public charge point available for every 56 small businesses
Regional charging infrastructure shortages are slowing down SMEs’ ability to switch to electric fleets and impacting their green ambitions.
Housebuilder goes live with purely-EV company car scheme
The Springfield Group, one of Scotland’s leading housebuilders, has launched a new purely-EV company car scheme, as part of wider plans to transition its full fleet … Read More »
Fears for fuel prices as OPEC+ cuts oil production
Fleets and drivers are being warned of an “inevitable” rise in fuel prices after OPEC+’s announcement yesterday of deep production cuts.
BAE Systems continues switch from diesel vans to electric
BAE Systems has taken delivery of two new electric vans on contract hire from Fraikin, supporting the ongoing decarbonisation of its commercial vehicle fleet.
Call to fleet sector as collisions return to pre-pandemic levels
Collisions involving deaths and serious injuries are showing signs of sliding back towards pre-pandemic levels, prompting Brake to urge action from the fleet sector.
Ebbon Group in business restructure ahead of new acquisitions
Automotive technology solutions provider Ebbon Group has restructured into three separate business areas to provide greater clarity of structure.
CBVC Vehicle Management invests in automotive experience feedback tool
CBVC Vehicle Management is working to raise the standard in leasing customer satisfaction by investing in a leading automotive experience feedback tool.
ChargePoint launches new global charging solution for electric fleets
ChargePoint Holdings has launched a new global AC EV charging solution to help businesses and fleets with their e-mobility needs.
Arrival produces first electric van from Bicester microfactory
Electric vehicle start-up Arrival has produced its first battery electric van from its Bicester microfactory, marking a “big stepping stone” to at-scale production.
EVs outnumber charge points by at least 15 to one
The UK will fail to deliver the electric vehicle infrastructure needed for the 2030 ICE ban unless both central and local government radically ramp up investment.
UK new car registrations up 4.6% on strong EV and fleet market growth
The UK new car market rose for the second month running in September, bolstered by significant growth in the fleet sector and continued strong EV demand.
Vauxhall Vivaro and Vivaro Electric get sporty makeover with new trim
Vauxhall has added a sporty GS trim to its Vivaro and Vivaro Electric midsize vans.
Drivers still overpaying 10p a litre on fuel despite pump price falls
The average price of petrol fell by nearly 7p a litre to 162.89p in September but drivers would have seen a further 10ppl reduction if retailers … Read More »
UFODrive launches full-service EV subscription
All-electric online car rental firm UFODrive is expanding into offering a full-service subscription solution across the UK, Europe and US.
OZEV grants Plug-in Car Grant order eligibility extension
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) has extended the Plug-in Car Grant delivery period for dealers to 18 months, helping to circumvent problems from long … Read More »
Grey fleet increasingly going green, says AFP
Operators are adopting radical new approaches to make their grey fleets greener, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) says.
Sixt to add 100,000 BYD electric cars to rental fleet by 2028
Sixt has signed a deal with Chinese EV brand BYD that could see the rental giant deploy over 100,000 electric cars by 2028.
Genesis Electrified GV70 SUV now officially on sale
The Genesis Electrified GV70 has officially started sales in the UK, targeted at fleet drivers looking for a versatile and high-end fully electric SUV.
Eco and cost benefits are key drivers for eLCV adoption, Arval finds
The reduced environmental impact and running costs of electric vans are key reasons for fleets going electric, outweighing corporate social responsibility (CSR) and low emission zones.
EV drivers short-changed up to 15p a mile on Advisory Electricity Rate
Electric car and van drivers are up to 15p a mile out of pocket when reimbursed at the Government’s “out-of-date” Advisory Electricity Rate (AER), new research … Read More »
Kia Soul EV gains new entry-level battery option
Kia has expanded the line-up for its Soul EV to include a new entry-level grade and battery option, giving buyers more choice.
Fiat E-Ducato to get five-year warranty, assistance and service
Fiat Professional is rolling out its five-year warranty, roadside assistance and service package as standard on its E-Ducato electric van.
Major UK fleets lay out seven-point plan for EV momentum
A new seven-point plan that could help the Government maintain momentum on EV take-up has been published by The UK Electric Fleets Coalition.
