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Osprey boosts rapid charging site in Stirling with 300kW devices
Osprey has expanded public charging access in Stirlingshire with the addition of new ultra-rapid devices.
Used car market puts in robust performance for August
Used car values remained robust in August, supported by strong wholesale demand.
Essential guide advises leaseholders on workplace EV charger installations
Drax Electric Vehicles has released an essential guide to help commercial leaseholders tackle challenges such as landlord approval and infrastructure barriers.
World EV Day 2024: Compleo offers free EV charging for all at Abingdon HQ
Compleo Charging Solutions UK will be offering free EV charging at its UK headquarters in Abingdon on 9 September in celebration of World EV Day.
Volvo ditches 2030 all-electric goal
Volvo has rowed back on plans to only sell fully electric cars by 2030 on the back of slow demand for EVs.
BMW to launch first hydrogen car in 2028 under Toyota collaboration
BMW has confirmed plans to launch its first mass-production hydrogen fuel cell electric car in 2028 using technology from its collaboration with Toyota.
UK fleet industry on the brink of AI boom, data reveals
Almost half (48%) of UK fleet managers are either already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their fleet management or are planning to within the next five … Read More »
Special edition of Fleet World puts spotlight on vehicle and driver health
The latest digital issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World is now out with a special focus on vehicle and driver health.
New car market falls for first time in two years but EV demand rockets
UK new car registrations fell 1.3% in August, marking their first decline in 24 months.
Driving for Better Business rolls out fleet safety message further with new partners
Driving for Better Business has signed a host of new partners in the fleet, technology, insurance and conference sectors to further roll out its free road … Read More »
World EV Day 2024: Raw offers free charging for third year running
Raw Charging is offering drivers free EV charging on its network for World EV Day 2024.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Renault Scenic E-Tech
The revered Renault Scenic MPV was reborn earlier this year as an all-electric crossover. But is the newcomer worthy to carry on the name? By Al … Read More »
Orders open for Volkswagen ID. Buzz seven-seater and 340hp GTX model
Volkswagen has opened order books for the more spacious ID. Buzz seven-seater and the flagship GTX models.
Local charging infrastructure progress should be tracked more effectively
Current UK electric vehicle infrastructure targets should be based on better, more precise metrics to ensure a true reflection of progress, according to a new report.
Volvo refreshes XC90 SUV with new looks and reworked interior
Volvo has given its XC90 large SUV a minor makeover, complete with exterior changes and changes to the cabin.
Don’t reinstate 2030 ICE ban, Fleet Evolution urges new government
The Labour government should retain the 2035 deadline for the sale of new petrol and diesel cars/vans introduced by Tories rather than reverting to the former … Read More »
Toyota to debut full commercial vehicle line-up at IAA Transportation 2024
Toyota is bringing its full commercial vehicle range to this year’s IAA Transportation Hanover, showcasing a line-up ranging from small vans to large and including BEV, … Read More »
Cupra Terramar SUV revealed as sporty Tiguan rival with PHEV option
Cupra has revealed the latest addition to its line-up in the form of the Terramar compact SUV.
Fleet Supplier of the Week: Bluedrop Services
Fleet insurance specialist Bluedrop Services has been named as Fleet World’s Fleet Supplier of the Week for its essential tyre maintenance tips for safe and efficient … Read More »
New Dacia Duster on sale with first-ever hybrid and sub-£19k price tag
Dacia’s brand-new Duster SUV has landed in the UK, priced from £18,745.
Drivetech launches risk reduction course to boost funeral care driver safety
Drivetech, part of the AA, has launched a new course geared towards reducing driving risk for funeral care providers.
Pay-per-mile charge on electric vehicles could plug £5bn tax black hole
Advocacy group Campaign for Better Transport is urging the Government to reform vehicle taxation as it warns of a massive revenue gap from the switch to … Read More »
New government urged to act swiftly to deliver net zero transport
Zemo Partnership, formerly Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership/LowCVP, has called on the Labour government to act swiftly on delivering net zero transport and maximise opportunities.
Only one in six drivers think EVs will be affordable by 2030 ICE ban
Fewer than one in six motorists (16%) believe that electric vehicle prices will have fallen enough to make them affordable by the new government’s planned 2030 … Read More »
Tim Laver succeeds Alfonso Martinez as ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK chief
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK has appointed Tim Laver as country managing director ahead of the launch of its new Ayvens brand identity later this year.
AFP creates national venue network for training as numbers rise 29%
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has introduced a national network of training venues to meet rising demand from fleet managers.
Electric and hybrid Vauxhall Frontera to deliver price parity
Vauxhall’s new Frontera SUV is to deliver list price parity between the fully electric and petrol hybrid models, eliminating the list price premium that usually applies … Read More »
EV charging at home drops to less than 5p a mile, AA finds
Electric vehicle drivers charging at home are now driving for less than 5p a mile on standard rate domestic tariffs.
BYD Dolphin boosted with cheaper entry-level models
BYD has expanded the line-up for its Dolphin compact electric hatchback with new entry-level trims that slash £4k off the opening pricing.
Largest ultra-rapid charging hub in Stockport opens at Decathlon
A new 15-bay ultra-rapid charging hub installed by national charging network Be.EV hub has opened at the Decathlon Stockport store.
