Natalie Middleton
North East to get 2,100 EV chargers under new partnership
EV charging infrastructure in the North East is set to double under a new partnership between South Tyneside Council and Connected Kerb.
Fleet managers accelerate full electrification despite ICE ban delay
Fleet managers are planning to reach full electrification earlier in spite of the ICE ban delay to 2035.
New MG3 on sale with full hybrid tech and £18,495 price tag
The all-new MG3 has arrived in the UK, set to shake up the fleet sector with its full hybrid technology and £18,495 entry pricing.
Wales & West Utilities racks up record distances in First Hydrogen van
First Hydrogen’s hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle has achieved its highest-ever mileage under trials run with Wales & West Utilities (WWU).
Addison Lee drivers get cheaper EV charging with Octopus Electroverse
Addison Lee has joined forces with Octopus Energy to offer cheaper EV charging to its drivers.
Longer-range Citroën ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer MPVs on sale
Citroën’s latest ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer electric MPVs are on sale now, complete with a new look and extra range.
Audi enters new EV era with Q6 e-tron arrival
Audi has opened a new chapter in its EV development with the reveal of the Q6 e-tron SUV, which will deliver up to 517hp of power and 381 miles of range.
Connected Energy expands after contract wins
A global specialist in second-life battery energy storage systems is expanding its team in response to new project wins.
Goupil electric vans prove increasingly popular with schools
The Goupil utility vehicle range, which is exclusively supplied by Bradshaw Electric Vehicles in the UK, continues to become a hit with independent schools.
Government rolls out LEVI charge point funding to 44 more councils across England
A further 44 councils across England are to benefit from government funding to boost charge point rollout under the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund.
EV charge point grant launches for people without driveways
Electric vehicle drivers without access to driveways can now access the Government’s Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for the first time.
Stellar speaker line-up revealed for 2024 Great British Fleet Event
More heavyweight names have joined the speaker line-up for the Great British Fleet Event on 17 April 2024, providing car and van operators with powerful reasons to attend.
Go Zero unveils Solar Mode for sustainable EV charging
EV charging business Go Zero has launched a new Solar Mode, enabling users to draw on the power of solar energy to fuel their electric vehicles.
Škoda Epiq baby EV to bring 248-mile range and sub-£25k price tag
Škoda is charging up its all-electric portfolio with an entry-level crossover that will team up practicality, spaciousness and affordable pricing.
Local authorities still not in dialogue with fleets about charging needs, finds BVRLA
A growing number of local authorities now have an electric vehicle charging strategy in place but few are talking to fleets about their needs.
EVs are 59% less likely to break down, says Start Rescue
Electric cars are far less likely to leave drivers stranded, new data from a leading breakdown cover provider reveals.
Vauxhall slashes electric van prices in revamped LCV line-up
Vauxhall has announced full pricing and specification for its revamped and renewed LCV line-up – including significant price reductions on its electric vans.
Ford confirmed as event partner for Great British Fleet Event
Ford has become the latest big name to sign up to the Great British Fleet Event on 17 April 2024, bringing further impetus for decision-makers to attend.
Replace your ‘ugly’ home chargers with help of new upgrade service
Premium charge point brand Andersen EV is encouraging EV drivers to switch their existing “ugly” charge points to a bespoke, design-led A2 charging unit.
EV drivers primarily reliant on home charging, finds Zenith
Despite the rapid growth in the number of public chargers, over half (52%) of electric vehicle drivers say they would face significant difficulties solely using the public charging network, according to new research.
