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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.
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.
Comment: Why I do not believe double cab pickup trucks should be treated as cars
By tax expert John Messore