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Geotab’s ‘game-changing’ GenAI assistant enters trials with global fleet firms
Connected transportation solutions specialist Geotab has launched the early adopter programme for its new Geotab Ace generative AI assistant.
EV charging points should ‘change tack’ to boost adoption
EV charging sites need to stop trying to mimic petrol stations to boost the mass adoption of electric vehicles, according to charging solutions provider Virta.
Electric vehicle ‘out of charge’ breakdowns fall to all-time low
The percentage of EV breakdowns caused by vehicles running out of power reached a record low in June, according to new data from the AA.
EV adoption ‘great divide’ is widening, finds BVRLA Leasing Outlook
Private and business driver demand for electric cars continue to diverge, creating concerns about the long-term success of the drive to decarbonise.
UK must reinstate 2030 ICE phase-out for cars and vans, say climate advisors
The UK must reinstate the 2030 phase-out of new fossil-fuel car and van sales to reach a critical net zero goal, the Climate Change Committee says.
King’s Speech 2024: Labour’s plans for transport reform and the industry reaction
Labour has revealed some of its plans for transport reform at this morning’s King’s Speech.
Briggs Equipment signs up Zenith to manage 1,050-strong fleet
Briggs Equipment has appointed Zenith to deliver vehicle leasing and fleet management solutions for its 1,050-strong vehicle fleet.
Renault Trafic E-Tech on sale with 186-mile range
Renault’s fully electric Trafic E-Tech is now on sale, delivering up to 186 miles of range plus rapid charging up to 50kW.
Lombard enters salary sacrifice sector with new plug-in product
Asset finance firm Lombard has launched a new salary sacrifice scheme to help drivers go electric.
One in five businesses have no plans to cut fleet emissions, YouGov survey reveals
One in five (21%) of businesses have no fixed plans to reduce their fleet emissions, according to new research by Gofor.
Great British Fleet Guide 2024 spotlights industry best
The Great British Fleet Guide 2024 is now out, reflecting the best products and services the fleet industry has to offer.
New Audi A5 succeeds A4 with sleeker looks and PHEV option
Audi has stirred up its model range with the arrival of the A5 saloon and estate as an upsized and upmarket replacement to the former A4.
ZeroMission secures £2.3m investment to accelerate electric commercial fleets
ZeroMission, a leading provider of a fleet management platform for commercial EVs, has secured £2.3m funding to continue its growth and expansion strategy.
Public EV charging by fleets up 264% in last year, finds Allstar
Business use of public and home charging is soaring as fleets embrace EVs, according to a new report from Allstar.
EV drivers face ‘payment anxiety’ from complicated charging experience
Electric vehicle drivers are being hit by issues with booking and paying for charging that could hamper EV demand.
Nissan partners with Acciona to bring Silence e-micromobility solutions to UK
Nissan has teamed up with Spanish business Acciona to bring a new range of e-micromobility solutions to the UK.
Hands-free electric car charging demonstrated in new video
Rocsys, a global specialist in hands-free charging solutions, has developed and demonstrated a new automatic charging solution for passenger EVs in a claimed world-first.
Total and SSE launch new EV charging brand and target 20% market share
TotalEnergies and SSE are joining forces to create a new major player in EV charging for the UK and Ireland under the brand name ‘Source’.
UK on track to reach 2030 target of 300,000+ charge points
The UK will meet its target of having more than 300,000 public charge points by 2030 if current growth continues.
Scot Group starts nationwide rollout of 7,000 Switch-branded rental vehicles
Thrifty operator Scot Group has gone live with its new ‘Switch’ inhouse rental brand across its UK network.
Airport drop-off fees reach record high
The cost of dropping off friends and family has reached a record high with fees increased at seven UK airports.
Use real-world data to unlock £1m savings on tyres, says i247 Group
Fleets could make substantial savings on maintenance budgets by basing tyre choice on real-world data, not just unit price, according to i247 Group.
UK ranked 10th for EV maturity in Ayvens global mobility guide
The UK has ranked 10th out of 47 countries globally for EV maturity in a new study by Ayvens.
Scotland’s most powerful EV charging hub inaugurated in Dundee
A new electric vehicle charging hub in Scotland said to be the most powerful in Scotland has gone live in Dundee.
Škoda Superb iV PHEV on sale with 84-mile EV range
Škoda has opened orders for its all-new Superb iV plug-in hybrid, complete with up to 84 miles of electric-only range.
Bynx bikers raise almost £10,000 for Parkinson’s charities
A team of “old geezers” that includes the co-founder of Bynx have raised almost £10,000 for Parkinson’s charities through an epic bike ride.
Thirst for EV knowledge drives fleet membership growth at AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is experiencing a boom in demand with membership numbers up 15% in the last year.
Scottish government pledges over £7m to support electric vehicle infrastructure
The Scottish government has pledged to invest more than £7m across five councils to encourage greater private investment in the electric vehicle charging network.
Goodwood debut for new MG HS SUV with 5% BiK PHEV model
MG has taken the wraps off its new HS SUV at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Road safety sector piles pressure on government for new car safety push
The road safety community and wider transport industry are urging the new Transport Secretary to make latest safety technology mandatory in all new cars.
