Category : Top Stories
HMRC updates definition of double cab pickups for tax
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has updated its guidance on what’s considered to be a double cab pickup in a move to clarify which vehicles are … Read More »
Workplace Charging Scheme and EV Chargepoint Grant extended
The Government has extended home and workplace charge point funding for another year, helping fleet and private EV drivers to charge easily and conveniently.
BVRLA brings AFP Women’s Voices in Fleet course to members
The BVRLA has introduced a new course to help women across its membership feel confident, clear and persuasive when speaking publicly.
Kia sets stage for new small electric SUV with Concept EV2 unveiling
Kia’s rapid expansion of its electric car line-up is continuing with the unveiling of the Concept EV2 at its EV Day in Spain.
Kia EV4 uncovered as electric saloon and hatch with up to 391-mile range
Kia’s incoming EV4 has been revealed in the flesh, complete with both saloon and hatchback forms and up to 391 miles of range.
Kia PV5 electric van revealed with up to 248-mile range
Kia has uncovered its PV5 midsized electric van complete with a range of up to 400km (248 miles), 30-minute fast-charging capability and Passenger, Cargo and converted … Read More »
Geotab debuts new vehicle safety and maintenance measures for UK fleets
Geotab has introduced two new products for the UK fleet market at its 2025 Connect conference held in Orlando, Florida.
Remove barriers to electric cars and vans to drive uptake, says Climate Change Committee
Hitting net zero by 2050 will require a mass switch to low-carbon electric technologies across sectors including transport, new modelling from the Government’s eco advisers sets … Read More »
Lloyds Banking Group chosen as UK finance partner for Xpeng EVs
Lloyds Banking Group has teamed up with International Motors Limited (IML) to offer finance and leasing products for electric vehicles from incoming brand Xpeng.
Volvo’s new ES90 electric saloon to offer 434-mile range
Volvo’s new ES90 will boast up to 434 miles of WLTP range and be able to add 186 miles of range in just 10 minutes.
Used EV prices set to stabilise in 2025 as electric increases market share
The UK’s used car market will see a flat year for volumes across 2025 but used electric vehicle prices are set to stabilise, Cox Automotive has … Read More »
More range and lower BiK rates for latest Peugeot PHEVs
Peugeot has introduced a new and improved plug-in hybrid powertrain for its 308, 308 SW and 408 models, delivering more electric-only range and cutting Benefit-in-Kind rates.
Nine in 10 charge point hitches can be solved over the phone, AA finds
More than nine in 10 charge point hitches that could put drivers off EVs can be solved with a simple phone call, the AA has found.
Fastned opens Northern Ireland’s fastest EV charging hub
European ultra-rapid charging network Fastned has opened a new charging hub said to mark Northern Ireland’s fastest yet.
Used car values record first uplift of 2025
Used car values in February saw a modest increase of 0.4%, equivalent to £40, at the three-year/60,000-mile benchmark, Solera Cap HPI has reported.
Mazda returns to Great British Fleet Event to showcase new CX-80 flagship
Mazda has teamed up with the Great British Fleet Event for a third successive year, returning once again as a partner.
Blood Bikes charity switches from two wheels to four with new Dacia fleet
A volunteer service providing urgent transportation of blood and other medical essentials is supplementing its motorbike fleet with new Dacia vehicles.
Farizon SV electric van opens for orders from £45,000
The all-new ‘born electric’ Farizon SV large van from Chinese brand Geely has opened for orders in the UK, priced from £45,000 OTR (+ VAT).
Driver training for heavier electric vans axed | PiVG extension confirmed
The Government has announced that it will drop driver training requirements for heavier vans to help fleets go zero-emission, while also confirming it’s extending the Plug-in … Read More »
Electronic signal jammers for keyless car thefts to be banned under new laws
Electronic devices including signal jammers used by criminals in vehicle thefts will be banned in England and Wales under new laws.
The first day of a new Grosvenor
Grosvenor Leasing has announced a shift in its strategic direction, as well as a new brand, as it prepares to meet the future needs of businesses … Read More »
BMW halts plans for EV production at Oxford Mini plant
BMW Group is delaying the reintroduction of electric vehicle production at its Oxford Mini plant due to the “multiple uncertainties facing the automotive industry”.
New advisory fuel rates bring some increases from 1 March
New advisory fuel rates (AFRs) for the next quarter are now out, bringing some increases for petrol and diesel engines.
AFP on hand to talk all things fleet at 2025 GBFE
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) will return to the Great British Fleet Event for 2025 to showcase its work to connect, support and educate the … Read More »
Polestar 3 gains Apple Wallet car key support in latest over-the-air updates
Polestar has augmented its flagship electric SUV with additional features such as walk-away locking and digital key functionality for selected devices.
UK’s car theft hot-spots and most expensive stolen cars revealed
West Midlands is the worst region for car theft, a new study by What Car? has revealed.
Reworked Tesla Model Y gains cheaper variants
The new Tesla Model Y is now available in cheaper variants, delivering more choice and access for fleets.
Audi broadens Q4 e-tron electric SUV with cheaper entry level version
Audi is adding a new entry-level model to the Q4 e-tron line-up, cutting the starting price for the electric SUV and delivering a new entry point … Read More »
Volvo ES90 electric saloon teased as technical tour de force
Volvo’s upcoming ES90 electric saloon has been previewed ahead of its debut on 5 March.
Comment: Why I do not believe double cab pickup trucks should be treated as cars
By tax expert John Messore