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Cupra Terramar SUV revealed as sporty Tiguan rival with PHEV option

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Cupra has revealed the latest addition to its line-up in the form of the Terramar compact SUV.

New Dacia Duster on sale with first-ever hybrid and sub-£19k price tag

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Dacia’s brand-new Duster SUV has landed in the UK, priced from £18,745.

Pay-per-mile charge on electric vehicles could plug £5bn tax black hole

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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

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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.

Tim Laver succeeds Alfonso Martinez as ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK chief

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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.

Electric and hybrid Vauxhall Frontera to deliver price parity

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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

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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

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BYD has expanded the line-up for its Dolphin compact electric hatchback with new entry-level trims that slash £4k off the opening pricing.

Next-gen Audi Q5 switches to new platform and electrified line-up

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Audi has unveiled the new edition of its bestselling Q5 SUV, now powered by a new generation of electrified engines and upcoming plug-in hybrids.

New-look Kia EV6 gets more range and faster charging

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Kia has treated its EV6 electric crossover to a mid-life makeover, delivering extra range and enhanced charging along with latest styling and technology.

2030 ICE ban reinstatement is ‘major risk’ without greater support, says BVRLA

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Government plans to reinstate the 2030 phase-out for new ICE cars are a major risk without additional support measures, the BVRLA has warned.

Chinese Tesla rival Zeekr debuts its SUV – the Zeekr 7X

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Targeted at the global markets, Zeekr’s first mid-size Tesla-rivalling electric SUV makes its debut ahead of European arrival in 2025.

Car production slowdown continues as factories gear up for new models

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UK car production fell by -14.4% in July, according to new figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Smart reveals all-new #5 mid-size SUV

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All-electric automotive brand Smart has unveiled its new #5 model at a world premiere event in Byron Bay, Australia.

HMRC cuts advisory fuel rates as well as electric advisory rates

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HMRC has published new advisory fuel rates (AFRs), bringing reductions across the board for petrol- and diesel-engined cars and lowering the rate for fully electric cars … Read More »

MG Motor UK reveals All New MG ZS Hybrid+

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MG Motor UK has opened the order books for the All New MG ZS Hybrid+. The new model joins the existing MG ZS, with upgrades in … Read More »

National Highways signs fleet management deal with Holman

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National Highways, has signed a three-year, full fleet management contract with Holman. Holman will now be managing the yellow and black vehicles that are constantly working … Read More »

Cupra Tavascan electric crossover set for launch with two power outputs

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Cupra is expanding its electric offering with the UK arrival of the Tavascan crossover.

Labour government set to reinstate 2030 ICE car phase-out

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The Labour government looks set to stick to its manifesto commitment to reinstate the 2030 phase-out for new petrol and diesel cars, according to reports.

Low emission zones made more than £1bn since 2019

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Low Emission Zones, Clean Air Zones and Zero Emission Zones in the UK have now generated more than £1bn in fees and penalty charges since April … Read More »

Illegal chop shops on the rise amid car theft epidemic

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Police have reported an increase in illegal ‘chop shops’ nationwide as thieves capitalise on the rising cost of car parts.

20mph limits and LTNs should be decided at local level, says Transport Secretary

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Labour has pledged support for local authorities to make decisions on 20mph limits and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), counteracting measures by the previous government to clamp … Read More »

BMW overtakes Tesla to lead EV market in Europe

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BMW led the European battery electric vehicle (BEV) market in July for the first time, new Jato Dynamics data reveals.

Fake Faraday pouches leaving drivers exposed to keyless car theft risks

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Fake Faraday pouches that offer little or no protection against keyless car theft are being peddled to UK motorists.

August bank holiday: AA’s predictions for worst traffic hotspots

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Unsettled weather over the August bank holiday could dampen drivers’ desire to head out for the weekend, although major holiday routes are still likely to be … Read More »

New sustainable vinyl graphics solution to help fleets lower carbon footprint

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A brand-new, carbon-neutral vinyl graphics solution that could help fleets reduce their environmental impact is now on the market from Hex Graphics.

Fleets urged to ‘tread carefully’ after HiPhi bankruptcy

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The newly announced bankruptcy of HiPhi is a warning to fleets when it comes to incoming EV brands, FleetCheck has said.

Fleet electrification could deliver major savings, REA report finds

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New research shedding light on the major savings from fleet electrification is now out.

AA grows electric fleet further with Iveco eDaily recovery vehicles

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The AA has added a pair of Iveco eDaily EVs to its expanding fleet of electric vehicles to deliver a zero-emission recovery solution.

Fleet safety warning as research shows major gaps in ADAS knowledge

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A lack of awareness among drivers of key vehicle assistance systems and the need for calibration could pose safety issues for fleets, says ATS Euromaster.