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Fleets switching to used vans to avoid buying eLCVs, auction firm reports
The used LCV market is on a roll as fleets switch from buying new to used LCVs, Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has reported.
Alfa Romeo Junior crossover now available as a mild hybrid
Alfa Romeo’s Junior crossover has gained a mild hybrid model alongside the existing fully electric variants.
UK’s public charging network grows 37% in last year
The UK now has more than 70,000 public EV charging points following the latest surge.
DS No8 electric flagship on sale with up to 466 miles of range
DS Automobiles has opened orders for its No8 SUV-coupé, springboarding plans to take the brand upmarket.
Vauxhall confirms Luton plant closure amid ongoing ZEV mandate rows
Vauxhall owner Stellantis has confirmed plans to close its 120-year-old Luton plant, with the potential loss of 1,100 jobs.
Volkswagen previews £17k entry level electric car
Volkswagen has given a teaser of its upcoming entry-level electric car ahead of its arrival in 2027.
E-cargo delivery firm Zedify enters administration
Outspoken Logistics Limited, trading as e-cargo delivery firm Zedify, has appointed administrators after failing to raise sufficient funding to continue operating.
New car market falls again as fleet registrations drop
The new car market fell 2.5% in January as both fleet and private buyer demand dropped amid weak economic confidence.
Raise Expensive Car Supplement threshold for EVs to £60k, government urged
Alphabet is calling on the Government to raise the current Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) threshold for electric vehicles as it warns that the current level hamstrings … Read More »
FleetEV launches salary sacrifice platform
Electric vehicle solutions specialist FleetEV has launched an in-house technology platform specifically designed to support salary sacrifice schemes for SMEs and the public sector.
Fuel prices shoot up for fourth month running
Petrol and diesel pump prices have jumped for the fourth straight month on the back of spiking oil prices.
Government rules out graduated licensing for young drivers
The Government has said it has no plans to implement a graduated driver licensing system for young drivers despite calls from road safety stakeholders and bereaved … Read More »
Audi ditches separate naming strategy for EVs and ICE
Audi has jettisoned plans to give its electric and internal combustion-powered cars separate model names following customer feedback.
National Grid installs in-vehicle power system on EV fleet
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is rolling out in-vehicle power technology on its fleet to cut emissions and enable the switch to electric vehicles.
Allstar rewards EV fleets with charging discounts in new initiative
Allstar is working with charge point operators (CPOs) to keep charging costs down for EV fleets.
Chinese EV brands could tempt sceptic Europeans with just a 10% price reduction
Established car manufacturers must “keep looking over their shoulders” as sentiment for Chinese auto brands grows among new car buyers.
Farage’s anti-EV stance is boosting support for green vehicles, research suggests
Nigel Farage’s anti-EV campaigning may actually be driving up public support for greener vehicles, new research finds.
Vauxhall names interim MD as James Taylor departs
Vauxhall has appointed a temporary boss as it announces the departure of managing director James Taylor.
Citroën opens orders for budget-friendly C3 Aircross and ë-C3 Aircross
The new Citroën C3 Aircross is now available to order, offering petrol, mild hybrid or electric options, up to seven seats and budget-friendly pricing.
AA Business Services launches Digital Claims Assistant
AA Business Services has launched a new digital claims reporting solution to help fleets make critical time and cost savings.
Applegreen completes sale of UK petrol forecourt and fuel cards business
EG On The Move has closed its acquisition of the Applegreen UK petrol forecourt and fuel card business, powering plans to create a fuel retail “powerhouse”.
BMW boosts i5 range and adds faster charging for PHEVs
BMW is rolling out a major package of updates across its line-up from the spring, boosting range, performance and functionality.
One car stolen every 8.5 minutes in 2024
The UK’s most stolen cars of 2024 have been revealed as new data shows a staggering 61,343 vehicle thefts were reported last year.
LCV Group sold to Global Vans to create Global Vehicle Group
Global Vans has acquired car and van leasing broker the LCV Group from Crownhawk Properties for an undisclosed sum.
Genesis to axe ICE-powered models and go EV-only
Genesis is dropping all petrol- and diesel-powered models and transforming to a fully electrified brand in 2025.
Electric vehicles increasingly ‘normalised’ but practical concerns linger
Electric vehicles are becoming ‘normalised’ in the UK as half of drivers now either own an EV, or know someone who does.
Wex plans UK launch for EV charging solutions
Global commerce platform Wex has announced a major expansion of its EV charging solution for European commercial fleets.
BMW iX gets more power and up to 426 miles of range
BMW has updated its iX electric flagship with refreshed design, increased power for all variants and up to 426 miles of range.
Huge fall in off-peak prices as EV charging sites outnumber forecourts 4:1
Off-peak charging across fast, rapid and ultra-rapid public charging fell by up to 28% in December, according to the latest AA EV Recharge Report.
DKV Mobility integrates Applegreen fast chargers in UK and Ireland
DKV Mobility, a leading platform for international mobility services, is expanding its UK charging network under a partnership with global network operator Applegreen Electric.
