Natalie Middleton
EV100 scheme exceeds 400,000 corporate EVs worldwide
Climate Group’s EV100 initiative has passed the milestone of more than 400,000 electric vehicles across the globe as the corporate shift to electric gathers pace.
New Energy Storage Systems to support ultra-rapid charging rollout on motorways
National Highways has made an £8m investment into new high-powered charging infrastructure that will support ultra-rapid charger rollout on England’s motorways.
Ford Mustang Mach-E to get extra battery option in move to cut costs
Ford is adding lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to the European line-up for the Mustang Mach-E, making the electric crossover “more affordable and accessible”.
Electric Mini Convertible to launch this year with £52,500 price tag
Mini is to launch a limited-run electric Cooper SE Convertible, aimed at drivers wanting zero-emission, open-top driving.
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV goes on sale in UK
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is now on sale in the UK, delivering up to 334 miles of range.
Uber, Ikea, Coca Cola and others urge EU for 2030 fleet EV mandate
Leading companies including Uber, Ikea, Coca Cola and LeasePlan have joined forces to call for all new corporate cars and vans in the EU to be zero-emission by 2030.
Toyota Corolla Commercial van gets power uplift from latest hybrid tech
Toyota is introducing an updated version of its Corolla Commercial hybrid van, increasing power and adding new features.
Seven in 10 van fleet drivers would prefer to drive electric
Seven in 10 (70%) van fleet drivers would prefer the electric version of their favoured van over the petrol or diesel alternative.
Drax simplifies EV charging for business customers with Mina technology
Energy supply business Drax is to streamline EV charging for its business customers with the launch of technology from EV charging payment expert Mina.
Public EV charging costs fall 8% but peak rate costs pose concern
The cost of flat-rate charging on the public network fell by up to 8% in January, but the arrival of more expensive peak rates could prove an issue.
2023 Toyota Corolla launches with latest hybrid tech
The updated Toyota Corolla has launched in the UK, featuring latest-gen hybrid technology, revamped design and a new grade line-up.
Ubitricity rolls out smart charging across public lamppost EV network
Ubitricity has begun the rollout of smart charging technology to over 65% of its charging network, helping to cut costs for drivers.
Ford to cut fifth of UK workforce in electric vehicle refocus
Ford is to cut nearly 4,000 jobs in Europe, including 1,300 in the UK, as it restructures to meet economic and electric vehicle challenges.
XPO on track for 100% plug-in fleet by 2024
Logistics firm XPO has hit a milestone in work to shift its UK company cars to fully electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles.
All-electric vehicle-mounted access platforms available for lease and hire
Access Hire Nationwide (AHN) is now offering all-electric vehicle-mounted access platforms (VMAPs) for long-term hire and lease, supporting fleets with their ESG targets.
First Hydrogen gives latest teaser of next-generation van
First Hydrogen has published new teaser images of its next-generation zero-emission van, showcasing its vision for combined practicality and prominent design.
Raw Charging continues rollout of charge points at Greene King sites
Raw Charging has installed charge points at one of Greene King’s Leicester venues, expanding its EV charging network further.
Blaze a trail for your business in the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet operators and suppliers have just over a week left to enter this year’s Great British Fleet Awards, helping to ensure recognition for their innovations and work.
Spring Budget 2023: VRA calls for support for used EV market
Support for the used electric vehicle market should feature in next month’s Spring Budget to pave the way for large volumes of vehicles in the future.
Clenergy EV opens centre of charge point software excellence in Wales
Clenergy EV has opened a new HQ in Pencoed, supporting the implementation of charging innovations to help drive infrastructure rollout in Wales.
