Natalie Middleton
BVRLA Fleets in Charge event to explore EV demand, supply and charging
The BVRLA has revealed details for its 2022 Fleets in Charge Conference, which is being hosted in person for the first time.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 takes World Car and Electric Vehicle of the Year titles
The 2022 World Car of the Year awards have concluded with a triple win for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, announced at the New York International Auto Show.
Electric cars account for almost two-thirds of orders at Fleet Alliance in Q1
Electric vehicles have taken a record share of the new car order bank at Fleet Alliance in the first quarter of 2022, as fleets fast-track their EV adoption.
UK ranks third best in Europe for EV readiness but lack of charging still major roadblock
The UK ranks third best for electric vehicles in Europe, with EVs more affordable than ever for drivers – but access to public charging is still a significant barrier to EV adoption.
Government ‘must double’ charge point target for successful fleet EV transition
Venson Automotive Solutions has called on the Government to double its 2030 charge point target to ensure fleets can successfully and confidently transition to electrification.
Real-world fleet EV issues and solutions revealed in first Rivus EV Academy
Leading figures at the forefront of electric fleets teamed up to share implementation insights at Rivus’ first-ever EV Academy.
GreenFlux gains UK rapid charging network access under Osprey roaming deal
Osprey has opened its UK rapid charging network to EV drivers from mainland Europe under a major new roaming deal with GreenFlux.
New ‘Fleet as a Service’ platform to help manage mixed fleets
A new Fleet as a Service (FaaS) platform is launching this year, delivering an end-to end solution for fleets as they decarbonise and transition to alternative fuelled vehicles.
EO Charging expands fleet and public sector focus with new appointments
EO Charging has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Andrew Lawson as director of fleet and Gary Parker as head of public sector and bid management.
Geotab and EV Café launch competition to help fleets transition to EVs
Geotab and EV Café have teamed up to run a competition to find a fleet committed to switching to electric vehicles and to support them in their work.
Webfleet Conference to feature expert mobility insights
The changing world of mobility and the challenges for fleets are to come under focus in an online conference from Webfleet Solutions.
First Ford E-Transit vans roll off production line
The first Ford E-Transit vans are starting to be shipped to fleets across Europe, supporting strong demand from operators to go electric.
All-electric Smart #1 compact SUV revealed
Smart has premiered its #1 electric compact SUV, spearheading the carmaker’s plans to reposition as a leading design brand with an all-electric line-up.
Government opens consultation on car and van ZEV mandate
A new consultation that will shape the design of the forthcoming Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is now open, supporting plans for all new cars and vans to be fully electric by 2035.
Gridserve completes EV charger upgrade across motorway network
Gridserve has now upgraded all its chargers across the UK’s motorways, bringing fast, reliable and connected charging.
Allstar expands EV charging network with Allego alliance
Allstar Business Solutions has partnered with pan-European electric vehicle charging network Allego to expand coverage for its Allstar One Electric payment card.
Extra MSA Group completes roll-out of ultra-fast charging points with Ionity
Motorway service area operator Extra MSA Group has finished its roll-out of Ionity ultra-fast charging points across its sites.
In-car music choice can dramatically influence EV real-world driving range
Drivers opting to listen to relaxing classical music are likely to get a far higher real-world driving range out of their electric vehicles than people listening to the latest pop tunes.
Ohme becomes EV charger provider for Motability Scheme
Ohme has been appointed as the official EV charger provider for customers on the Motability scheme, supporting work to enable electric vehicle take-up by disabled people.
Peugeot cuts entry price for e-Rifter to qualify for Plug-in Car Grant
Peugeot has cut pricing for its all-electric e-Rifter MPV, with the entry-level Allure Premium model now eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant.
