Category : Top Stories
Priorities for fleet sector progress outlined at BVRLA Annual Dinner
This week’s BVRLA’s Annual Dinner saw the top priorities for the fleet sector outlined – including work to support decarbonisation, regulatory scrutiny response and preparations for … Read More »
Huge cut in harmful air pollutants after London ULEZ expansion
Air pollution across the capital has plummeted as a result of the expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), evidence reveals.
Midlands gets electric boost with extra 16,000+ EV chargers on the way
Local authorities in the Midlands will roll out more than 16,000 new EV chargers in the coming weeks with the help of £40m in government investment.
Drivers reminded of M25 full weekend closure
Drivers have been warned of disruption and delays on the M25 this weekend as the Surrey stretch closes for roadworks.
Record-breaking response to Scotland’s 50mph speed limit plans
A consultation on plans to cut speed limits for cars and increase them for HGVs has received record-breaking feedback from Scots.
Formula E adopts Tusker EV salary sacrifice scheme
Formula E, the all-electric racing series, is offering EV salary sacrifice to its employees in a new deal with Tusker.
Top insights on fleet management and tech in new issue of Fleet World
Fleets seeking extensive insights on the latest fleet management and technology developments need look no further than the new issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet … Read More »
On-street chargers vital for van electrification, Vauxhall fleet study finds
New research underscoring the urgency to accelerate on-street charging infrastructure for van fleet electrification is now out from Vauxhall.
Smart motorway ‘experiment’ has failed, say three in five drivers
Three in five drivers want smart motorways scrapped and converted back with a permanent hard shoulder.
Jump in EV salary sacrifice ahead of April NI changes
Demand for electric car salary sacrifice has spiked ahead of April’s increase to employer National Insurance contributions, a leading provider has reported.
Weaker ZEV mandate could land UK drivers with £40bn ‘petrol premium’
A potential weakening of the ZEV mandate families stuck paying a £1,600 a year petrol premium “simply because there aren’t enough electric cars to go round”.
Kia EV3 crowned UK Car of the Year 2025
Kia has done the double by winning the UK Car of the Year Awards two years in a row with the EV3’s victory for 2025.
Red tape cut could unlock 160,000 electric van registrations, survey finds
An estimated 160,000 registrations of new large electric vans could be unlocked over the next two years if restrictive regulations are addressed by the Government.
Volkswagen previews £17k entry level electric car due 2027
Volkswagen has given a first glimpse of its upcoming ‘baby’ EV that will “deliver mobility for everyone”.
Volvo ES90 debuts with advanced tech and up to 435 miles of range
Volvo has uncovered its ES90 electric saloon at last, delivering advanced technologies, Scandinavian design and superior comfort.
Cox Automotive and DHL to open EV battery repair centre in UK
Cox Automotive is joining forces with DHL Supply Chain to open a new EV battery repair centre said to be the biggest in the UK.
Ionity launches charging solution for corporate fleets
EV rapid charging specialist Ionity has launched its first charging solution dedicated to corporate fleets.
Entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van on sale from £35,960
A new entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van is now on sale, giving more options for businesses to go electric.
EVs take quarter of February market but fleet registrations dip
UK driver demand for electric vehicles hit a new record in February but fleet registrations dropped.
Pump prices hit six-month high after February rise
Average petrol prices are at their highest level since last September after yet another month of pump price rises.
New Audi A6 Avant unveiled with streamlined design but not a new name
Audi has officially debuted the all-new A6 Avant, complete with dynamic design, streamlined aerodynamics and petrol/diesel engines.
UK passes 75,000 electric car charge point milestone
The number of public charge points has raced past the 75,000 mark, new figures show.
Used EV leasing now available from CBVC Vehicle Management
CBVC Vehicle Management has debuted a used electric vehicle leasing service for business and personal customers.
Used EV prices have bottomed out, Indicata data suggests
Prices for used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) could finally have bottomed out, according to Indicata.
EU proposes ‘breathing space’ for carmakers to hit CO2 targets
The European Commission has announced proposals to give struggling carmakers more time to meet CO2 targets to avoid fines.
New managing director for Sogo Mobility
Sogo Mobility has appointed Chris Joyce as its new managing director, succeeding Karl Howkins who left last year.
MGS5 EV teased as successor to MG ZS
MG, partner at the 2025 Great British Fleet Event, has previewed a new all-electric compact SUV ahead of its arrival this spring.
BYD continues meteoric growth with new Arval-backed leasing solutions
BYD has partnered with Arval for the arrival of BYD Lease in the UK.
Third of EV leases extended at Zenith amid challenging market
Zenith has reported its latest trading update, revealing a continued challenging trading environment in particular for electric vehicle residual values.
Call for crucial reform to close drug-driving loophole
UK legislation needs crucial reform to close loopholes that allow drug drivers to evade justice, according to road safety experts.
