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EV subscription firm Onto enters administration
Electric car subscription giant Onto Holdings has called in administrators after failing to secure extra cash from its shareholders.
Mercedes-Benz eCitan now available to order
Mercedes-Benz Vans has opened orders for its inaugural eCitan small van, priced from £33,995 (excl. VAT and Plug-in Van Grant).
National Grid passes 1,000th electric vehicle milestone
National Grid has hit the landmark of 1,000+ electric vehicles on its UK fleet, supporting its commitment to having a 100% electric light duty fleet by … Read More »
Omada 5 SUV prices and specs revealed
Chinese newcomer Omada has revealed details for its Omada 5 SUV, which launches next spring priced from £24,000.
BMW invests £600m in Oxford plant for all-electric Mini production
BMW Group is to invest £600m to transform its Oxford plant for production of the electric Mini from 2026.
‘Alarming’ increase in illegal ‘chop shops’ as demand for stolen car parts soars
The number of car ‘chop shops’ uncovered by police has doubled as the market for stolen used car parts surges.
Peugeot E-3008 previewed ahead of full reveal
Peugeot has previewed the new E-3008, revealing its exterior design ahead of its full world premiere next week.
EV switch spells end to fleet driver badge snobbery, finds LeasePlan
The switch to electric vehicles is putting an end to badge snobbery as fleet drivers prioritise vehicle availability and price, rather than make.
Local authorities invited to apply for latest stage of LEVI funding
Selected local authority areas across England are invited to apply for their allocated share of £343m in stage two of the Government’s local electric vehicle infrastructure … Read More »
Government action needed to shore up falling consumer confidence in EVs
Auto industry experts are calling on the Government to take swift action as consumer confidence in electric cars drops significantly.
‘UK’s largest’ public EV charging hub opens at NEC Birmingham
A new ‘Gigahub’ said to be the UK’s largest public EV charging hub has opened at the NEC in Birmingham.
Thrifty launches new FlexiConnect pool car offering for fleets
Thrifty Car & Van Rental has launched a new service designed to bring a greater level of visibility and reliability to UK pool and grey fleets.
FairCharge and RAC launch UK’s first public charging charter to drive EV adoption
EV campaign group FairCharge has partnered with the RAC to create the UK’s first charter for electric vehicle public charging.
Stellantis transforms Ellesmere Port into UK’s first EV-only manufacturing plant
Stellantis has relaunched its Ellesmere Port plant into the UK’s first manufacturing plant dedicated solely to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) – and the first BEV-only plant … Read More »
Fleets ‘over-speccing’ on charging infrastructure needs, says VEV
A significant proportion of companies electrifying their fleet have ‘over-specced’ when it comes to their charging infrastructure needs – by as much as 20%, according to … Read More »
Fears for fuel prices and global inflation following OPEC+ oil cuts
Motorists are likely to be in for further pain at the pumps as oil prices rise on the back of continued production curbs.
Micro logistics hub trial launches to support zero-emission last-mile deliveries
A six-month micro logistics hub trial has gone live in Wandsworth, supporting a switch to zero-emission last-mile deliveries in the London borough.
UK industry faces ‘major tipping point in electrification race’
UK industry needs sustained investment to avoid being left out in the electrification race.
Toyota reveals hydrogen-fuelled Hilux pickup
Toyota has unveiled a prototype Hilux pickup, equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell system.
Rocketing fleet demand fuels August new car market growth
Surging fleet registrations and EV demand pushed the new car market up 24.4% to 85,657 units in August.
Closing the used EV ‘information gap’ will convince car buyers to switch
Comprehensive and useful information on used EV vehicles will help kickstart the market, driving demand, according to automotive technology firm Regit.
New BMW iX1 FWD variant delivers longer range and lower pricing
BMW has introduced a new front-wheel drive variant to its iX1 electric SUV line-up, delivering more range and lower pricing.
Mercedes debuts CLA EV concept with 466-mile range
Mercedes-Benz has previewed its next-generation CLA with a new fully electric concept at the IAA Mobility motor show in Munich.
BMW gives glimpse of future EV plans with Vision Neue Klasse concept
BMW has revealed its Vision Neue Klasse concept at the IAA Mobility 2023 motor show in Munich, giving an insight into its future EV design and … Read More »
Volkswagen ID. GTI Concept previews EV hot hatch
Volkswagen has revealed its ID. GTI Concept show car at the IAA Mobility 2023 motor show in Munich, previewing a forthcoming electric hot hatch.
Renault Scenic E-Tech debuts at Munich Motor Show with 379-mile range
Renault has unveiled its all-electric Scenic E-Tech electric family car at the IAA Mobility 2023 motor show in Munich.
Rocketing fuel prices add around £4 to full tank cost
Drivers were hit by one of the biggest monthly fuel price rises in over 20 years in August as petrol shot up by nearly 7p a … Read More »
New Tesla Model 3 revealed
New Tesla Model 3 facelift brings fresh styling, technology, more range and refinement.
New data reveals Government AERs “not fit for purpose”
Data released by Mina, a payment solution for EV charging, reveals the inadequacy of the Government Advisory Electricity Rate, which is set to be increased from … Read More »
Q&A: Fleetcor’s Tom Rowlands talks EV evolution and Allstar’s plans
By Tom Rowlands, managing director, global EV solutions at Fleetcor, including UK brand Allstar