Natalie Middleton
Sanofi opens up EV switch with Arval sal sac scheme
Global healthcare company Sanofi is using Arval’s Ignition salary sacrifice scheme in the UK to reduce its CO2 footprint and help encourage drivers into electric vehicles.
Electric vehicle advent prompts MOT shake-up plans
A new consultation recommending major changes to the annual MOT for cars, motorbikes and vans has launched today from the Government.
Fleet values hit new high but EV prices fall by nearly £5k
Values for ex-fleet cars at Aston Barclay reached a new record high in Q4 2022 but used EVs suffered their largest quarterly price drop since 2021.
Battery startup Britishvolt calls in administrators after rescue talks fail
Electric car battery startup Britishvolt has collapsed into administration after plans for a rescue deal failed.
Government smart charging plans could save EV drivers £1,000 a year
Electric vehicle drivers could slash their energy bills while helping to shore up the grid under newly revealed government plans.
First Gridserve Electric Super Hub of 2023 opens in Wiltshire
Gridserve has opened an Electric Super Hub at Solstice Park in Wiltshire, marking its first hub launch of 2023.
EVs being run far more cheaply than critics claim, real-life data finds
Electric vehicle charging costs actually rose only marginally in the past three months, despite claims to the contrary amid the energy crisis, new data has found.
Free charger for Mini Electric customers
Mini is offering EV customers a complimentary home charger with new vehicle purchases.
Homebuilder brings EV charging to headquarters
Greencore Construction has added 10 Myenergi Zappi solar-compatible EV chargers to its headquarters at Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Volvo C40 and XC40 get more range, faster charging and RWD
Volvo has updated its fully electric C40 coupé crossover and XC40 Recharge SUV with a package of updates that enhance range and charging times while adding in new rear-wheel-drive variants.
Bonnet grows European network with 16,000 extra EV chargers
EV charging app Bonnet has added a further 16,000+ charge points for users under a new tie-up with Italian charging network Enel X Way.
Net Zero Review calls for urgent ZEV mandate delivery and charge point VAT rethink
The UK needs to adopt a “new approach” to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, including swift work to implement the ZEV mandate and to cut public charge point VAT to drive EV … Read More »
Arval pre-orders 10,000 solar-powered Lightyear 2 electric cars
Dutch EV startup Lightyear is to supply Arval with 10,000 units of its forthcoming solar-powered electric hatchback under a new deal.
Tesla slashes Model 3 and Model Y prices
Tesla has significantly cut UK prices for its Model 3 and Model Y in a bid to boost demand.
Mazda reveals pricing and specs for MX-30 rotary range-extender
Mazda’s novel MX-30 R-EV range-extended plug-in hybrid is now on sale, joining the existing fully electric model but with a longer driving range.
EV sales to power up in 2023 on back of fleet demand
2023 will bring a significant rise in EV sales as supply issues dissipate and fleets continue to switch over.
EAV and Muc-Off to drive switch to e-cargo bikes
E-cargo bike firm EAV has partnered with Muc-Off for an exclusive range of vehicle care products, supporting the switch away from diesel vans.
Honda Jazz gets updated hybrid tech and new Advance Sport trim
Honda has enhanced its Jazz supermini for 2023 with a number of revisions that include an updated hybrid powertrain and a new Advance Sport grade.
Shine a light on your fleet work in the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet managers as well as industry suppliers can help ensure recognition for their innovations and work by entering the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards.
Euro NCAP’s top safest cars now all electric
Euro NCAP has revealed its list of safest cars for the UK and Europe – made up solely of fully electric models for the first time ever.
