Category : Top Stories
Omada 5 SUV scores five-star Euro NCAP rating ahead of UK launch
The Omada 5 SUV has gained a five-star Euro NCAP rating ahead of its arrival in the UK.
Be.EV targets new electric vehicle charging hubs in Midlands
Electric vehicle charging network Be.EV is to make “a substantial investment” in sites in the Midlands as part of its work to create thousands of new … Read More »
AFP guide to provide conclusive picture on SMR costs for EVs and ICE
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is creating a new guide that aims to provide the “definitive picture” on service, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs for … Read More »
Fisker reveals further details of Alaska electric pickup truck
American EV start-up Fisker has announced more details of its Alaska fully electric pickup truck ahead of its launch in 2025.
‘Superfast’ LFP battery to offer 249-mile range with 10-minute charge
Chinese battery giant CATL has unveiled an EV battery said to be capable of delivering 400km (249 miles) of driving range with a 10-minute charge.
Volkswagen ID.7 electric saloon enters production
Volkswagen has officially started production of its ID.7 electric saloon ahead of its launch in Europe this autumn.
Fleet sales manager fights for future of five-year-old daughter
A fleet sales manager who has been involved in the sale of Nissan vehicles for almost a decade is battling to secure the future of his … Read More »
Tech sector tops list of most sustainable fleets
The Technology industry has taken the top spot for the most sustainable business fleets for the third year in a row.
Training is best way to counter rising fuel prices, says Red
A new government scheme forcing fuel retailers to display daily prices online will make little difference to company fuel costs, according to Red Corporate Driver Training.
Solar powered park and ride for Leeds City Council
Leeds City Council has opened the UK’s first solar powered Park and Ride in Stourton, serviced by electric buses that link the Park and Ride to … Read More »
Webfleet and VEV announce strategic partnership to optimise fleet electrification
Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management solution, has entered into a partnership with new e-fleet solutions provider VEV to accelerate commercial EV fleet adoption. VEV provides a unique … Read More »
Fall in used EV prices helps boost sales and reduce stock levels, reports INDICATA
Stock levels of used EVs came down in July to their lowest point in 2023 as demand from consumers for second hand zero emission cars continued … Read More »
Pioneering solar car port launched at council HQ
Northumberland County Council is celebrating the launch of its new state-of-the-art solar car port array – one of the biggest of its kind in the UK. … Read More »
New Chinese car brand OMODA announces first UK model
New Chinese car brand OMODA is set to enter the UK Crossover SUV market with its debut model, the OMODA 5, later this year, with sales … Read More »
Comment: Should smart motorways really be scrapped?
Amid extensive negative press and mounting public fear, our editor-at-large, Alex Grant, wonders if smart motorways deserve their deadly reputation.
Ford’s Lisa Brankin adds UK chair position to MD role
Managing director Lisa Brankin has taken on the additional role of chairing Ford’s UK operations. Brankin succeeds Tim Slatter, promoted to a global US-based Ford role, as … Read More »
ABAX extends partnership with Zego
Telematics brand ABAX has extended its partnership with Zego Behaviour Based Fleet insurance to track, monitor and optimise fleet operations. Telematics brand ABAX has announced an … Read More »
Zenith wins royal recognition
Independent leasing fleet management and vehicle outsourcing company, Zenith, has been honoured in the Princess Royal Training Awards. Zenith has earned national recognition from HRH … Read More »
Road Test: Renault Austral
There’s yet another option for those drivers looking for a C-SUV. By John Challen.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet visits the UK
After four years of development work, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen vehicle and its development project are entering its critical next phase as the first vehicles enter … Read More »
Two deputy chairs appointed at Association of Fleet Professionals
Two new deputy chairs have been appointed by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP). Lorna McAtear and Matt Hammond have replaced the outgoing deputy chair, Stewart … Read More »
Pod Point to provide EV chargers for new-build properties
Pod Point has signed a two-year preferred partnership agreement with leading residential developer Redrow.
Maxus launches £6k EV subsidy for T90 electric pickup
Fleets can now save an extra £6k off the T90EV electric pickup with Maxus’ new EV conquest support scheme.
Honda reveals pricing for hybrid and PHEV CR-V
Honda has confirmed pricing and specifications for the new CR-V SUV in both hybrid and plug-in hybrid guise.
First of 50 ultra-rapid EV charging hubs goes live in SSE and M7 alliance
The first of 50 ultra-rapid EV charging hubs planned across the UK is being officially opened today by former cabinet minister and local MP, Sir Brandon … Read More »
Shapps threatens to call out ‘foot-dragging’ on fuel price data
Energy Secretary Grant Shapps has warned fuel retailers he will “call out any foot-dragging” over the sharing of pump price data.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BYD Atto 3
Chinese electric car brand BYD may be a newcomer to the UK market but it has big plans for Western markets. Al Suttie checks out its … Read More »
Declining ICE demand will deliver EV switch by 2028, new research reckons
Sales of new petrol and diesel cars could die out before the Government’s 2030 target, as a result of dwindling driver demand, new research suggests.
Supplier Stories: E.On Drive on going electric with ease
David Butters, head of B2B at E.On Drive, explains how his company can deliver a one-stop-shop when it comes to getting fleets EV-ready.
Comment: Is misinformation putting the brakes on the used EV market?
Jordan Brompton, co-founder and CMO of myenergi, explores the latest second-hand EV sales data and discusses whether dated views and misconceptions are holding back the transition … Read More »