Category : Top Stories
Škoda Enyaq vRS gets more power and longer range
Škoda is upping power and electric range for its range-topping Enyaq vRS while also adding more equipment for the 2024 model year.
Stellantis cuts £2,500 off electric van prices and adds charging freebies
Stellantis LCV brands are discounting their electric vans by £2,500 and adding charging incentives such as a free wallbox.
BP to transform South Mimms petrol station into major EV charging hub
BP has set out plans to redevelop its current petrol station at South Mimms into a major BP Pulse electric vehicle charging hub.
Petrol ‘at least 7p a litre overpriced’ claims RAC as prices soar again
Fuel prices shot up again in September, prompting RAC claims that drivers are being overcharged for petrol.
Fisker Ocean electric SUV lands on UK shores
American EV brand Fisker has delivered its first right-hand-drive Ocean electric SUV to a UK customer as its phased launch programme rolls out.
Mazda2 Hybrid gets stronger brand identity for 2024
Mazda is launching an updated version of its hybrid supermini, introducing bolder brand styling and a more familiar grade structure.
Citroën announces pricing for streamlined car line-up
Citroën has announced pricing for its updated model line-up following a switch to a more streamlined range.
Nissan hints at EV future with Hyper Urban concept
Nissan has revealed its Hyper Urban concept, previewing its plans for an all-electric future.
Loveelectric to offer used Lex Autolease EVs via sal-sac
Loveelectric has expanded its electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with used EVs from Lex Autolease.
‘Game-changing’ virtual EV simulation tool launches
Fleet optimisation software provider Dynamon has launched its new Synthetic Telematics feature, which allows businesses to run a virtual electric fleet, modelling exactly how vehicles will … Read More »
Government supports driver ‘freedom’ and EV charging in new 30-point plan
The Government has unveiled its new 30-point plan “to support people’s freedom to use their cars and curb over-zealous enforcement measures”.
Have your say on fleet electrification and charging strategies
UK businesses are being asked for their help with new research that will map out fleets’ upcoming electrification and charging strategies.
Public and home EV charging prices to start falling imminently
Home charging prices will fall from next week as the new energy price cap kicks in, while public charging prices are also likely to start dropping … Read More »
Driver coaching technology improves real-life EV efficiency by 35%
Lightfoot customers have boosted the real-life efficiency of their electric company cars by 35% in the past year, supported by the firm’s driver coaching and telematics … Read More »
ZEV mandate ‘puts Britain back in the fast lane to electric’
The Government’s confirmation today that the zero emission vehicle mandate will start from 2024 has been welcomed by many across the automotive, fleet and charging sectors, … Read More »
ZEV mandate confirmed: 22% of new cars sold to be EVs in 2024
The Government has finally confirmed long-awaited details of the zero emission vehicle mandate, which will levy increasingly stringent EV sales targets on car and van makers … Read More »
Road deaths up 10% in 2022, DfT figures reveal
Road casualties and fatalities in Britain saw large rises in 2022 following a return to pre-pandemic traffic levels.
‘Intense’ global electric vehicle competition poses severe risk to UK auto sector
The UK auto industry faces a serious risk from global EV competition unless more support is pledged by the Government.
Used car values suffer largest September fall in 15 years
Used car values fell by 1.9% or c.£420 at the three-year, 60,000-mile point in September, according to the experts at Cap HPI.
AFP urges fleets to lobby for clarity on 4.25-tonne electric van regulations
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging fleets to “step up” lobbying for clarification on operational requirements on 4.25-tonne electric vans as it warns of … Read More »
Novuna opens groundbreaking charging forecourt to showcase fleet EV solutions
Novuna Vehicle Solutions has opened a flagship charging forecourt, showcasing its pioneering infrastructure capabilities for fleets.
October 2023 issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World now out…
The new issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now out – featuring latest advice and insights for operators.
EU ministers back watered-down Euro 7 emissions despite air quality concerns
EU ministers have reached agreement on draft standards for new Euro 7 vehicle emissions rules, despite concerns by climate groups.
Carmakers urge EU to delay post-Brexit tariffs on electric vehicle imports
Carmakers have urged the European Commission for urgent action on new taxes that will be imposed on electric vehicles traded between the EU and the UK … Read More »
‘Shocking level’ of drug-driving among younger drivers
Almost a third of young drivers may have driven after taking illegal drugs or been in a vehicle where the driver has been under the influence, … Read More »
Nissan to go all-electric by 2030 despite UK’s ICE ban delay
Nissan has committed to going all-electric in Europe by 2030, stopping sales of combustion-engined cars by the end of the decade.
Webfleet now able to link directly with electric vehicles
Webfleet is expanding its OEM.connect programme to support electric vehicles with in-depth insights.
Complete Fleet World’s EV survey for chance to win hotel break
Fleet World has launched an EV-focused market research survey to find out about fleet operators’ electrification plans.
New anti-braking speed cameras to catch drivers evading fines
New anti-braking speed cameras that can catch motorists trying to evade fines for speeding could be on their way to the UK.
Avis Budget Group acquires van specialist McNicoll Vehicle Hire
Avis Budget Group is broadening its rental solutions with the acquisition of Edinburgh-based McNicoll Vehicle Hire for an undisclosed sum.
