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Natalie Middleton

DPD opens sustainability innovation lab to cut fleet emissions

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DPD is calling on sustainability specialists to come up with new ways to reduce its carbon emissions from transport, delivery and buildings.

Parkopedia and Plugsurfing launch ‘Park and Charge’ service for EVs

10 months ago / 0 comments

Connected car services business Parkopedia has joined forces with charging network Plugsurfing on a new ‘Park and Charge’ solution for drivers and automakers.

EV charging now most onerous everyday issue for fleets

10 months ago / 0 comments

EV charging management is increasingly taking up huge amounts of time for fleet managers, fast becoming the most onerous day-to-day managerial task.

Restrictions on 4.25-tonne electric vans hampering fleet take-up, says AFP

10 months ago / 0 comments

Operational restrictions are creating challenges for fleets adopting new 4.25-tonne electric vans, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.

Vehicle to everything can help futureproof EV fleets, new GridBeyond paper says

10 months ago / 0 comments

A new white paper looking at how EVs could revolutionise the way energy is managed and used through vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology is now available.

Nicholls & Clarke adds 100 Hyundai Ioniq electric cars to fleet

10 months ago / 0 comments

Nicholls & Clarke has ordered nearly 100 fully electric cars from Hyundai, spearheading its work to go electric.

Mayor calls for faster EV charging rollout nationally as London gets 80 new rapid bays

10 months ago / 0 comments

The Mayor of London has urged ministers to ‘up the pace’ on rapid charging infrastructure as he outlines plans for 80 new rapid charging points across London.

Uber scales up work for drivers and riders to go electric

10 months ago / 0 comments

Uber has revealed a series of features to help its drivers and readers prioritise sustainability, including new tools and increased work to enable EV take-up.

Latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now live

10 months ago / 0 comments

The new edition of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.

Citroën launches ë-Series trim for ë-C4, ë-C4 X and C5 Aircross models

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Citroën has introduced a new ë-Series grade, adding standout style and enhanced levels of technology to its electrified model range.

Eight-step roadmap to unlock V2X energy flexibility

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A new white paper on ‘Unlocking Industry Barriers to Providing V2X Flexibility’ is now available from smart charging specialist EV.Energy.

Ultra-rapid charging hub opens in Croydon town centre

10 months ago / 0 comments

Raw Charging has opened a brand-new ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub in the heart of Croydon.

Big drop in EVs running out of charge, reports AA

10 months ago / 0 comments

The AA has seen a dramatic drop in electric vehicles running out of charge, reflected in its latest breakdown data.

Volvo EX30 electric baby SUV on sale from £33,795  

10 months ago / 0 comments

 Volvo has opened orders for the EX30 – its smallest-ever SUV and a “cornerstone” in its plans to go fully electric from 2030.

Peugeot 2008 and e-2008 get bolder design and longer range

10 months ago / 0 comments

Peugeot’s updated 2008 line-up opens for orders next week, ushering in bolder design, new technologies and longer range for the fully electric e-2008.

Battery health concerns are number one barrier for used electric vehicle buyers

10 months ago / 0 comments

Assurances on the health of second-hand EV batteries could dramatically increase electric vehicle take-up, helping to fast-track the UK’s EV transition by more than a decade.

Mazda CX-60 PHEV drops to 8% BiK brand

10 months ago / 0 comments

Mazda’s CX-60 PHEV now qualifies for the 8% Benefit-in-Kind bracket, resulting in reduced company car tax for fleet drivers.

Fiat launches £3k electric car grant for 500e

11 months ago / 0 comments

Fiat has launched its own electric car ‘grant’ in the UK, compensating for the defunct Plug-in Car Grant.

Fleet Alliance teams with Diode for new EV readiness tool

11 months ago / 0 comments

Leasing and fleet management specialist Fleet Alliance has introduced a new solution to help businesses assess whether they are ready to make the transition to electric vehicles.

Postcode lottery for EV-qualified technicians could hamper electric switch

11 months ago / 0 comments

Big gaps in the availability of technicians qualified to work on electric vehicles could undermine consumer confidence, new research reveals.