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First-ever Vivaro-e hydrogen van goes on fleet with Miele
Vauxhall sister brand Opel has become the first vehicle manufacturer to put commercially available production hydrogen LCVs on the road.
Half of fleets yet to incorporate EVs and PHEVs into car policies
More than half (52%) of fleet managers still haven’t made any changes to their driver policy for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), despite … Read More »
Commercial fleets have three-year window to go electric in eyes of consumers
Companies have up to three years to substantially transition their commercial fleet operations to low-carbon vehicles after which time they risk reputational damage in the wake … Read More »
Interview: Altelium on how to maintain EV battery health and protect fleet RVs
Alex Johns, business development manager at Altelium, talks about protecting EV battery health and residual values to Fleet World, and how to avoid an electric shock … Read More »
Aviva introduces electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for staff
Aviva has launched an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for UK employees, helping to support them with tackling climate change.
Gridserve embarks on biggest motorway EV charging upgrade in UK history
A major overhaul of motorway EV charging infrastructure is now underway and will see more than 20 ‘Electric Hubs’ open at service stations by Q2 2022.
Stellantis launches €30bn push on software-enabled cars
Stellantis is to make more than €30bn (£25.7bn) of investments through 2025, driving its transformation into offering software-enabled product offerings and subscriptions that include fleet-specific solutions.
Used vehicle values may never return to pre-pandemic levels, says Cox
The Covid pandemic and new vehicle production problems have transformed the used vehicle sector and values may never dip back to pre-pandemic levels.
Polestar 2 gets performance boost in over-the-air update
Polestar has released a performance upgrade for the Polestar 2 long-range dual-motor model in selected European markets, including the UK.
EV and automotive tech innovators urged to apply for accelerator programme
Start-ups in the electric vehicle and automotive sector are being invited to apply for a new tech accelerator programme focused on tackling the climate emergency.
EO Charging tech to open up smart charging and V2G to legacy EVs
EO Charging has filed a new technology patent that it says is set to transform smart charging on EV fleets.
Renault Austral teased as Kadjar SUV successor
Renault is to launch a new compact SUV in 2022, dubbed Austral and replacing the current Kadjar.
Mazda to debut full hybrid tech with 2022 Mazda2 Hybrid
Mazda is to introduce a rebadged version of the Toyota Yaris hybrid in 2022, dubbed the Mazda2 Hybrid and marking the brand’s first full hybrid model.
Fleet registrations constrained by chip shortage but battery EV uptake doubles
Fleet registrations fell by a quarter (24.7%) in November, as the semiconductor shortage continued to bite, but plug-in vehicle uptake remained on a high.
Volkswagen Group takes lion’s share of orders in EV salary sacrifice
Volkswagen Group vehicles are starting to dominate electric vehicle take-up within the salary sacrifice sector, led by the Audi Q4 e-tron.
New Dacia Jogger seven-seat MPV: Pricing and specs revealed
Dacia’s new family-friendly and value-focused Jogger seven-seat MPV is now available to pre-order, priced from £14,995 and with a hybrid version due 2023.
Audi confirms pricing and trims for enhanced A8 luxury saloon
Audi’s updated A8 luxury saloon is now on sale, introducing sharper design and greater levels of technology.
Toyota Corolla and C-HR upgraded for 2022
Toyota has updated its Corolla and C-HR model ranges for 2022, introducing its new Smart Connect+ multimedia system, enhanced trims and colour choices, and a special … Read More »
Rightcharge raises £700k to accelerate adoption of smart EV charging
Charge point and EV-friendly energy tariff comparison service Rightcharge has raised £700k in seed funding, helping accelerate the adoption of smart EV charging in the UK.
Charge point installs falling behind EV uptake
The number of charge point installations is failing to keep pace with surging plug-in vehicle uptake, potentially “draining” drivers’ confidence to go electric.
Škoda enhances Enyaq electric SUV with DC fast charging as standard
Škoda has introduced DC fast charging as standard across its Enyaq electric SUV line-up, enabling drivers to charge at up to 125kW.
New Kia Sportage: UK prices and specs revealed
Kia has announced pricing for its all-new Sportage, which opens for orders later this month, priced from £26,745.
Government fleet to go zero-emission by 2027
The UK government has confirmed that its light duty fleet will go zero-emission by 2027 – one of a raft of EV commitments made by international … Read More »
Electric van drivers still being short-changed on charging despite AER increase
Many electric van drivers are still being left out of pocket on charging reimbursement despite an increase to the advisory electric rate (AER).
Vauxhall debuts new Astra Sports Tourer estate
Vauxhall has revealed its new Astra Sports Tourer estate, which includes a plug-in hybrid powertrain from launch along with petrol and diesel models.
Dates revealed for 2022 Commercial Vehicle Show
Details have been announced for the 2022 Commercial Vehicle Show, which will once again return to the NEC in Birmingham.
New Peugeot 308 and 308 SW open for orders
Order books are now open for the Peugeot’s new 308 and 308 SW, which include plug-in hybrid powertrains for the first time.
Portsmouth Clean Air Zone launches
Portsmouth has gone live with a Clean Air Zone, introducing charges for non-compliant vehicles.
Fuel retailers warned to cut prices now or ‘lose all credibility’
Fuel retailers must cut the price of petrol and diesel this week or risk losing all credibility with drivers, the RAC is warning.
Škoda Karoq updated with fresh design and sustainable materials
Škoda has made over its Karoq family-friendly SUV with a fresh design, sustainable materials and more efficient engines.
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