Natalie Middleton
Ford E-Transit proves durability in gruelling ‘torture tests’
Ford’s forthcoming E-Transit van has undergone a punishing testing regime to prove it’s as durable as its diesel-powered sister models.
Volvo lowers entry pricing for XC40 Recharge electric SUV with new trims
Volvo has extended the line-up for its XC40 Recharge electric SUV with a choice of three different trims, bringing lower entry-level pricing.
New Peugeot 308 SW gets first-ever plug-in hybrid versions
Peugeot is expanding the line-up for its third-generation 308 with the addition of the SW estate model.
Norwegian EV charging company plans for major UK and global expansion
Norway’s Easee EV charging company is readying for expansion into new global markets and further rapid growth in the UK.
Interview: Connected Kerb on how to tackle the big EV issues
Connected Kerb CEO Chris Pateman-Jones speaks to Natalie Middleton about what’s really needed to get the UK’s electric vehicle revolution on track.
Volvo and Northvolt partner for European battery gigafactory
Volvo and Swedish battery company Northvolt are to build a European gigafactory under a new partnership to develop and produce electric vehicle batteries.
ABB to electrify global fleet by 2030
Technology firm ABB has committed to electrify its worldwide vehicle fleet by 2030.
Vehicle leasing firm Vavoom to provide ‘all-in’ approach to EV adoption
A new vehicle leasing firm has launched this month, providing a climate-positive approach to vehicle procurement and energy solutions.
Used hybrid cars grow in popularity with drivers
Sales of used hybrid cars rose in May, reinforcing that they are becoming an integral part of the UK’s used car marketplace.
Hyundai’s sporty N Line trim now offered with Tucson Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid
Hyundai has added hybrid and plug-in hybrid models to the Tucson’s sporty N-Line range.
Have your say on the future of fleet telematics
Fleets are being invited to feed back on the current pros and cons of telematics with a new survey.
B Braun fleet drivers make switch to plug-in hybrids
A campaign to promote the benefits of low-emission cars has seen 97% of fleet drivers at B Braun make the shift to plug-in hybrids at renewal stage.
New vehicle rental framework to help public sector fleets adopt EVs and cut grey fleet
A new vehicle rental framework has launched to help the public sector harness new technology and meet carbon-zero targets through adopting EVs and car club solutions.
EV mobility hub goes live in London
A new mobility hub that combines sustainable transport options with community facilities has launched in London.
New R&D projects to remove barriers to electric vehicles
Projects to increase vehicle range, support charging in rural areas and help second-hand buyers of EVs have secured government investment.
Royal Mail to add 3,000 more electric vans to fleet
Royal Mail is to roll out 3,000 additional electric vans on its fleet, joining its existing 300 EVs and expanding its EV fleet 10-fold.
ChargePoint launches comprehensive global charging portfolio for fleets
EV charging network ChargePoint has launched a global fleet solution portfolio designed to offer everything businesses need to make a smooth transition to electrification and optimise charging.
Fleets in Kent offered chance to trial electric vans for free
Businesses in Kent and Medway can take advantage of free two-month trials of electric Renault vans to assess the benefits of going zero-emission.
Clean Air Day call: Why fleets should start switching to EVs now
Jason Chamberlain, sales and marketing director at Rivus Fleet Solutions, has marked Clean Air Day by speaking up on the importance of switching to electric vehicles now.
Half of NHS trusts have EV charging but emissions targets still lacking
Half (51%) of NHS trusts in the UK have installed EV charging infrastructure (EVCI) onsite but a similar number are still off track on overall decarbonisation targets.
