Category : Opinions
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 »
AFP Comment: Don’t cut off the car choices
Will fleets stockpile existing vehicles to sidestep electrification…? By Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Supplier stories: Trakm8
The challenges for fleets surrounding EV adoption are numerous. But, says Joe Heidari, fleet and optimisation sales director at Trakm8, they are wholly achievable with the … Read More »
Interview: TTC Group’s CEO David Marsh on his ‘Fleet 15’
David Marsh, CEO at TTC Group, tells John Challen about his job ambitions, proudest career moment and favourite takeaway.
Comment: How public sector fleets can limit emissions and reduce costs
George Webb, senior business development consultant at Hiyacar, on how car sharing technology can transform NHS and local government pool fleet management.
Comment: Priorities for the new Future of Roads Minister
David Giles, chair at the Asphalt Industry Alliance, on the appointment of Lilian Greenwood MP as Future of Roads Minister and the key challenges ahead to … Read More »
Mission Accomplished – Land’s End to John O’Groats. Thank you!
Mark Binks, co-founder and group managing director of Bynx, reports back on a mammoth cycle ride with his brothers to fundraise for Parkinson’s charities.
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Securing battery cell supply in the UK now is as vital as securing steel in the 1940s and 50s
Richard Moore, battery strategy expert at Greenpower Park – the West Midlands-based centre of electrification and clean energy, on why the next government needs to take … Read More »
Comment: Why it’s time for a rethink on the EV landscape
Despite a big uptake of electric vehicles in the fleet market, there’s a lot of work to be done within the industry as a whole, says … Read More »
What do vehicle inspections look like in the age of artificial intelligence?
Julio Pernía Aznar, CEO of visual intelligence technology firm Bdeo, on how AI is becoming the driving force behind better vehicle inspections.
How to deal with the decarbonisation disparity
The gap between the haves and have nots of EV adoption is becoming a chasm, says Toby Poston, corporate affairs director, BVRLA.
What do the new EV charging laws mean for electrification?
By Dunstan Power, MD of EV charging consultancy Versinetic, looks at what the new UK EV charging laws mean for drivers and the UK’s overall electrification … Read More »
Driving for Better Business sheds light on creating an effective driving for work policy
An interactive Driving for Work Policy Builder to help companies running fleets tackle their legal responsibilities is now available in the UK. Simon Turner, campaign manager … Read More »
Accelerate EV adoption: Versinetic makes urgent appeal to next UK government
As the UK approaches the general election, Versinetic’s EV charging engineers are urging the next government to accelerate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in a … Read More »
Are public charging costs really putting the brakes on EV fleet sales?
Jordan Brompton, co-founder and CMO of Myenergi, addresses concerns from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) over rising public charging costs, questions whether high prices are … Read More »
Comment: An uptick in service for fleet deliveries
The AFP recently reported that fleets were complaining of a fall in delivery standards, yet Engineius is seeing increased customer satisfaction on deliveries. Chris Clibbery, founder … Read More »
Use unused capacity to boost fleet chargers and reduce costs
Effie Vraka, managing director for UK and Europe at Wevo Energy, explains how property managers can electrify parking spaces without worrying about constrained electrical capacity.
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.