Natalie Middleton
Fleet sales down 40% in October but plug-in car demand rising
The new car market fell by a quarter (24.6%) in October, driven by a big drop in large fleet registrations as a result of the chip shortage.
Carvoy launches to help fleets plan electric fleet strategies
A new EV fleet strategy advisory company has launched to help businesses of all shapes and sizes move to a climate-conscious vehicle model.
Plug-in vehicle registrations in 2021 set to exceed whole of last decade
More plug-in vehicles will join Britain’s roads in 2021 than during the whole of the last decade; particularly supported by strong fleet take-up.
Renault’s electric Kangoo Van E-Tech revealed with 186-mile range
Renault has revealed further details of the Kangoo Van E-Tech, which arrives in Europe in early 2022 and with up to 186 miles of range.
Geotab charts path to net-zero in first-ever sustainability report
Fleet tracking and telematics specialist Geotab has announced its commitments to helping fight climate change via its inaugural Sustainability Report.
‘Game-changing’ portable EV charger to provide power bank on wheels
A new portable EV charger that allows drivers to charge their electric car anywhere has debuted at the COP26 summit.
Volkswagen ID.5 electric coupé-SUV debuts with 323-mile range
Volkswagen has revealed its forthcoming ID.5 electric coupé-SUV, which arrives early 2022 with up to a 323-mile range.
Citroën ë-Berlingo Electric MPV on sale now with 174-mile range
The Citroën ë-Berlingo Electric MPV has hit UK dealers, bringing up to seven seats and a range of 174 miles.
Pricing announced for 2022 Peugeot 508
Peugeot has updated its 508 and 508 SW range for the 2022 model year, introducing a revised trim line-up, as well as new interior and exterior features.
Paack Logistics creates fit-for-purpose electric van fleet with Rivervale and Odo
Paack Logistics has gone live with electric vans, delivering on its commitment to a sustainable last-mile delivery solution.
NewMotion to rebrand as Shell Recharge Solutions
NewMotion and its US-based counterpart Greenlots are to come together under a single Shell Recharge Solutions brand from early 2022, tying together Shell’s global charging offering under one identity.
Select Car Leasing relaunches corporate offering with focus on EVs
Vehicle financing specialist Select Car Leasing has relaunched its corporate offering, with a particular focus on electric vehicles.
GlasGo Cabs starts switch to electric with Nissan Leaf fleet
Scottish private hire giant GlasGo Cabs has ordered hundreds of all-electric Nissan Leafs, marking its first foray into electric vehicles.
Tesco and Morrisons in vanguard of charge point deployment
Just under 1,000 new EV charge points have gone live at supermarkets in the last 21 months, with Tesco and Morrisons leading the way.
DriveElectric to expand EV leasing offer through Sumitomo Corporation deal
EV leasing specialist DriveElectric is expanding its electric vehicle leasing offer on the back of a partnership with Sumitomo Corporation.
National media EV scare stories ‘neither helpful nor constructive’
National press scare stories on electric vehicles are neither helpful nor constructive at a time when the world’s leaders are meeting to agree new climate control targets.
Logistics UK reveals line-up for free Route to Net Zero webinar
Logistics UK has announced the speakers for its free Route to Net Zero webinar, which is now open for bookings.
EV Advice: 5 tips to get the most out of your electric vehicle battery
Adam Hall, director of energy services at Drax, on how fleet drivers can get the most out of their EV batteries.
Mitie bolsters EV capabilities with Rock Power Connections acquisition
Mitie is reinforcing its work to support clients switching to EVs by acquiring Rock Power Connections.
Waitrose puts wireless-charged e-LCVs to test in London
Waitrose is to become the first supermarket in the UK to trial new wireless charging tech for electric vehicles, putting the business at the forefront of green home deliveries.
