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UK car output falls 12% amid electric vehicle transition
UK car manufacturing output has fallen for the third month in a row as factories switch to electric models.
Tusker announces key changes to senior leadership team
Salary sacrifice specialist Tusker has announced key changes to its senior leadership team.
Hand-held mobile phone convictions hit seven-year high
The number of drivers in England and Wales convicted of using a hand-held mobile phone has reached a seven-year high, according to the AA.
Royal Mail Group and Novuna team up for one of UK’s largest salary sacrifice schemes
Royal Mail Group has appointed Novuna Vehicle Solutions to provide its 120,000+ employees with access to electric vehicles, creating one of the largest company car salary … Read More »
Electric vehicle replacement initiative launches to boost EV adoption
Accident management specialist AX is launching an EV test drive initiative to enhance sustainability and help boost demand for electric vehicles.
Charge an electric car for £10 a month with a smart EV tariff
Drivers of electric cars could charge their EVs for less than £10 a month using latest smart EV tariffs, according to Ohme.
Be.EV lands £55m in debt financing to supercharge network rollout
Be.EV, the Manchester-based national EV charging network, has secured £55m in debt financing from NatWest and KfW Ipex-Bank in a landmark debt raise for the industry.
Charge point installer Plug Me In debuts solar and battery offering for businesses
Plug Me In, a UK provider of EV charge point and heat pump technology, is now helping homes and businesses access smarter energy solutions with a … Read More »
Novuna links with Dealer Auction for used EV sales
Novuna Vehicle Solutions has partnered with the Dealer Auction remarketing platform to launch a digital marketplace for its electric vehicles.
Only 2% of vans scrapped in ULEZ scheme replaced with EVs
Just 2% of combustion vans scrapped under the London ULEZ scrappage scheme have been switched to electric vehicles so far, despite millions of pounds of funding … Read More »
Volkswagen Group and Rivian plan JV for EV software and platforms
Volkswagen Group and struggling EV maker Rivian have revealed plans to enter a joint venture for future EV software and platforms.
Rimac’s new electric ‘robotaxi’ service to start in 2026
Croatian electric supercar company is to launch a new ‘robotaxi’ service in Europe from 2026.
Used car values record strongest June since 2009, finds Cap HPI
A strong market in June saw average used car values fall by just 0.1% or £25 at three years and 60,000 miles, according to the experts … Read More »
WEVC unveils production-ready electric van with Luton-style body
UK startup Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has revealed a production-ready of its upcoming eCV1 electric van, complete with a new wide body.
New government should rethink ZEV mandate for vans, says FleetCheck
The incoming government should re-evaluate the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate for vans to reflect wide-ranging issues faced by fleets, according to FleetCheck.
Fire and rescue service expands fleet with Škoda Kodiaq
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue has deployed the first Škodas on its fleet with a fresh delivery of 21 Kodiaq SUVs.
London ranked as most congested city in Europe and third worst globally
London was the most congested city in Europe last year and the third worst globally, Inrix has found.
Tesla tops sales charts at Fleet Alliance as electric cars hit record share
Electric cars have hit a record market share in the order banks at Fleet Alliance, with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y topping the charts.
E-Training World launches module to help reduce risks of driver distraction
A new module is now available from E-Training World to help fleets crack down on the dangers of distracted driving.
CA Cars signs up Trakm8 for connected services on driving instructor fleet
Trakm8 has won a three-year deal to provide Commercial Associates (CA Cars) with connected vehicle services across its fleet of cars leased to driving instructors.
New TTC workshop to help employers clamp down on soaring levels of drug-driving
A new online workshop is now available from TTC to help businesses proactively educate employees on the risks of drug-driving, which has now reached epidemic proportions.
Citygate Holdings launches Auto.Works to revolutionise online vehicle marketing
Citygate Holdings has launched a new “best-in-class” vehicle imaging and software business backed by a heavyweight automotive industry team.
Government-funded project to help emergency services fleets go zero emission
A new government-funded project has launched in the UK, focused on enabling emergency service fleets adopt zero-emission vehicles.
Europcar expands EV fleet and takes stress out of charging
Europcar is “turbo charging” its EV fleet and launching a new stress-free approach to driver charging to help businesses and motorists on their net zero journey.
UK-first trial shows dynamic EV charging pricing can help manage renewable energy
An EV charging trial by UK Power Networks, Octopus Energy and EV.Energy is proving consumers hold the key to balancing energy supply and demand across the … Read More »
New Volkswagen Crafter on sale with more tech and enhanced driver comfort
Order books are open for the new Volkswagen Crafter, complete with an upgraded interior and enhanced equipment.
Met Police buys Rivus business and assets following collapse
The Metropolitan Police Service has agreed a deal for the majority of business and assets of Rivus Fleet Solutions, which collapsed into administration last week.
12-volt battery problems still impacting electric van fleets, warns AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has called for OEMs to “step up” and improve 12V battery technology on electric vans as it warns many eLCVS … Read More »
Evri fast-tracks plans for UK’s biggest e-cargo bike delivery fleet
Evri is planning to deploy the UK’s biggest fleet of e-cargo bikes for parcel delivery as part of a wider £19m investment in sustainability.
Rostrum team expansion at G3 Vehicle Auctions
G3 Vehicle Auctions has recruited two experienced auctioneers, spearheading the launch of its new 14-acre auction facility in Bedford.
