Category : Opinions
Support charging investment to unlock full economic potential of zero-emission transport
In anticipation for the Budget, ChargeUK CEO Vicky Read has called for the Government to seize the economic prize of net zero transport through investing in … Read More »
What are the hazards in vehicle movement?
Chris Clibbery, founder and CEO Engineius, on the processes of vehicle movement and a few caveats of the potential safety and environmental hazards from using the … Read More »
Autumn Statement must provide long-term stability to make EV future a reality
By Ashley Tate, managing director of Allstar Chargepass UK
Tax incentives – not tax hikes – will unlock business growth
Ahead of next week’s Autumn Budget, Paul Holland, managing director for UK/ANZ fleet at Corpay, including UK brand, Allstar, argues that tax incentives, not rises, could … Read More »
Is now the right time to increase fuel duty?
By Paul Holland, managing director for UK/ANZ fleet at Corpay, including UK brand, Allstar
Taxing times: The potential UK fallout from the EU’s EV tariffs
What stance should fleets take when it comes to the subject of EV tariffs? By Paul Hollick, chair, Association of Fleet Professionals.
How can fleet managers identify and manage stress on the road?
On this year’s World Mental Health Day, Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) Fleet is highlighting the impact of stress on fleet drivers – and how that stress … Read More »
Comment: Electric thinking
Our editor at large has discovered a quick and easy way to double an EV’s energy storage – not that it’ll do much for its range. … Read More »
Ford boss amplifies industry call for EV incentives and ZEV mandate reset
Ford of Britain chief Lisa Brankin has intensified industry calls for fresh electric vehicle incentives and a rethink on the ZEV mandate structure, warning that targets … Read More »
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NEW RENAULT MASTER E-TECH 100% ELECTRIC
As winner of the coveted 2025 International Van of the Year award, new Renault Master E-Tech 100% electric represents a major step forward for the large … Read More »
Insurance insights: Mind the GAP
When the worst-case scenario happens involving a vehicle on your fleet, Peter Smits from Ashbourne Insurance says you need to be prepared.
Could the UK follow suit and ban app-rented e-scooters?
The regulation of e-scooters in the UK is a growing issue, especially as other major cities ban app-rented models. Madrid, Paris and Melbourne have all prohibited … Read More »
Improving EV Uptake: What can UK fleets learn from Northern Europe?
By Tim Laver, managing director, ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK (soon to be Ayvens)
EV Charging: The choice is yours
When opting for an electric vehicle, drivers need to move their thinking from refuelling to recharging – considering when is best to charge, where to charge … Read More »
Comment: The missing piece of the EV puzzle
Ohme mobility director Peter Mcdonald ponders over the high-profile news stories from the past few months – and thinks there’s been one glaring omission…
Q&A: Cavendish Nuclear on its RoSPA Fleet Safety Award win success
Cavendish Nuclear won the coveted fleet safety trophy at this year’s RoSPA Health and Safety Awards – the latest in the company’s long line of RoSPA … Read More »
AFP Comment: A different kind of charge
Will we see road tolling from the new government, asks Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals.
This World EV Day it’s time to celebrate the unsung hero of the EV revolution
By Tom Mennell, technical standards manager, power systems UK&I at Schneider Electric
World EV Day: Powering EVs everyday
By Vicky Read, CEO of ChargeUK – The voice of the EV charging industry
The lowdown on EV landscapes in three key global markets
Dunstan Power, MD of smart EV charging firm Versinetic, takes a look at what’s happening in three key EV markets – the UK, China and the … Read More »
Driver education essential to reducing rising fatality and injury rates
By Nick Butler, director, Drivetech
A major milestone: Sopp+Sopp celebrates 21st anniversary and looks to the future
Sopp+Sopp, the fleet accident management specialist, officially comes of age this year as the business celebrates its 21st anniversary. Jamie Sopp, business founder, talks about what … Read More »
Electric insights: The top reasons for EV breakdowns
By Jon Mason, commercial director at Call Assist, parent brand of Start Rescue
Comment: Time for a more balanced discussion on the benefits of PHEVs
Beneath the headlines about plug-in hybrids, a deep-dive into the real-world data suggests they’re making a useful contribution to cutting CO2, as editor at large Alex … Read More »
A fare hearing: Transitioning taxis to EVs
Supporting the transition to a fully EV taxi fleet is critical to the decarbonisation of UK cities, says Sam Pooke, senior public affairs manager at Freenow … Read More »
Fleet Profile: How Auto Windscreens is cutting CO2 without going electric
The challenge of decarbonising commercial fleets is ongoing. Shannon Lomas, fleet manager at Auto Windscreens, details how her business has addressed this issue.
Interview: Renault Group’s Justin Costello on fleet plans and EVs
Having assumed the role of head of fleet at Renault Group in March, Justin Costello has big plans for the brands he represents – helped by … Read More »
AFP Comment: Five ‘easy wins’ for the new Labour government
Five “easy wins” have been identified by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) that the industry body is aiming to promote to the new Labour government.
COMMENT: The van driver speeding epidemic needs to be addressed
Van driver speeding is at epidemic proportions, and a major safety and cost issue that needs to be addressed by the new Government, RED Corporate Driver … Read More »
Insurance insights: Best of both worlds
Instead of choosing between price and value when it comes to vehicle cover, Ashbourne Insurance’s Peter Smits suggests going for both.