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Consultation opens for new BP Pulse charging hub in Leeds
Plans for a flagship new electric vehicle charging hub in New Wortley, Leeds are revealed in an online public consultation, launched by planning and development consultancy … Read More »
OCU Group moves into fleet charging solutions with new venture
Energy and utilities specialist OCU Group has launched a new venture to provide EV charging and energy management solutions to businesses across the UK.
BGEN fuels net zero journey with EV salary sacrifice scheme
BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering firms, has introduced an electric car salary sacrifice scheme from Vehicle Consulting to slash its carbon emissions.
Abax launches spin-off connected fleet insurance brand
Telematics business Abax has launched a new, independent car insurance broker brand to deliver data-driven value to connected fleet insurance customers.
British Gas offers one year of free charging to EV drivers
British Gas is providing electric vehicle drivers with a year’s worth of free home charging under a new offer.
Billions of HS2 savings pledged to biggest-ever road repair scheme
Billion-pound funding previously earmarked for HS2 is to be spent on the biggest-ever uplift in funding for local road improvements, tackling the “scourge of potholes”.
AA Insurance Services extends vehicle replacement deal with Europcar
AA Insurance Services has renewed and extended its partnership with Europcar Mobility Group UK for a further five years.
Renault to revive Twingo as budget EV under new Ampere arm
The Renault Twingo is returning as a new budget electric car that will help “democratise” EVs as part of the group’s new EV arm.
Watchdog warns motorway charge point operators not to breach competition laws
The UK’s competition watchdog has warned motorway charge point operators to ensure they’re compliant with competition laws as it continues to monitor the infrastructure.
UK fleets call on government to grow crucial on-street charging network
Major UK fleets including Royal Mail, Openreach and DPD have backed a call for the Government to ensure the charging network grows in line with rising … Read More »
Iveco supercharges EV offering with enhanced eDaily
Iveco is continuing its rollout of latest e-mobility solutions with a range of enhancements to the eDaily.
TomTom and Bridgestone to help unlock fleet electrification
TomTom and Bridgestone Mobility Solutions have signed a multi-year contract that will further help businesses to unlock the benefits of e-mobility.
Mer rated best out of UK’s destination and on-street charging networks
Newly published Zapmap ratings have revealed the UK’s best destination and on-street public charging networks in the UK – with Mer taking the top spot.
Competition watchdog to get new powers to tackle ‘rip-off’ fuel prices
The UK’s competition watchdog is to gain new powers to monitor the road fuel market, protecting drivers from “rip-off” fuel prices.
Vauxhall reveals new Vivaro and Vivaro Electric
Vauxhall has revealed its updated Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans, which gain new design and equipment highlights along with more attractive pricing and driving range for … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
From one PHEV to another; Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new long-term Mazda CX-60.
WEVC electric van to feature industry-first low-carbon aluminium
UK start-up Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has struck a deal to slash production emissions of its electric light van.
Vatican fleet to go all-electric by 2030 in Volkswagen deal
The Vatican is rolling out fully electric vehicles with the help of Volkswagen, supporting plans to make its fleet climate-neutral by 2030.
Euro NCAP reveals top 10 performers for van safety
Euro NCAP has announced its top 10 list of safest vans, recognising those vehicles that have made huge strides in improving safety.
Toyota Professional grows line-up with heavy-duty Proace Max and Hilux Hybrid 48V
Toyota is introducing a new Proace Max large van and a mild hybrid version of its Hilux pickup.
Government-funded course to rapidly upskill local authorities for charge point rollout
A new government-funded course that will support local authorities with deploying charge points is launching in the UK to help drive public charging infrastructure.
Jeep Avenger gains mild hybrid and petrol variants to join pure EV
Jeep is expanding the line-up for its Avenger crossover with new mild hybrid and petrol versions, which join the existing fully electric model.
Upgraded Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 on sale with more range, power and tech
Volkswagen’s upgraded ID.4 and ID.5 electric SUVs are available to order, ushering in higher levels of range, power and technology for 2024 but retaining current prices.
Allstar partners with Plug Me In to simplify EV charge point installation for fleets
Fuel, EV and business expense payment specialist Allstar has teamed up with energy technology solutions provider Plug Me In to help businesses simplify the installation of … Read More »
Fleet hot topics to come under focus at AFP MemberExpo roundtable debates
A series of roundtable debates at the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP’s) first-ever MemberExpo later this month will feature some of the UK’s leading fleet managers … Read More »
United Utilities shares benefits of predictive maintenance in Geotab’s second Brunch Hub
United Utilities has revealed how it’s overhauled its SMR procedures with the help of telematics data provided by Vodafone Business Fleet Analytics and powered by Geotab.
UK on course for one million EVs on roads by February 2024
The UK is just months away from the milestone of having a million fully electric cars on its roads for the first time.
StoreDot and Polestar to develop world’s first EV with extreme fast charging
StoreDot is collaborating with Polestar on a new project exploring how its extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology can be applied to an existing vehicle platform … Read More »
Free UK roadside charger network to save EV drivers £840 a year
Australian EV charging company Jolt has launched its free roadside charger stations in the UK as part of global expansion plans.
Government pushes ahead with new laws on self-driving vehicles
The Government is moving ahead with legislation to enable the rollout of self-driving vehicle technology and “position the UK as world-leader”.
