Natalie Middleton
Demand for EVs up despite overall fall in used car demand
The UK’s used car market saw a turbulent first quarter with sales down 8.9% due to lockdowns but demand for electric vehicles up.
Fleet uptake of EVs could be much quicker than expected
Rapid uptake of battery electric vehicles (EVs) is being planned by around four in 10 fleets in the next few years, potentially exceeding market expectations and bringing a fleet-wide revolution.
Shell tie-up with Osprey to usher in electric future for petrol forecourts
Shell is to roll out EV charging points at its UK franchised forecourt sites under a new tie-up with Osprey Charging.
Fleets exploring how charger sharing could transform switch to EVs
An app that allows EV drivers to access charging points at neighbouring flats and terraces is fast gathering interest among fleets for its ability to help fleets shift to electric vehicles.
Mercedes expands EQA electric crossover line-up with high-power AWD versions
Mercedes’ new EQA electric crossover is now available in high-power all-wheel drive versions, expanding the family further.
Clear inflection point in driver attitudes to EVs and digital retailing
Drivers’ views of electric vehicles and digital retailing are fast changing and both are expected to accelerate sharply in the next three to five years.
National Park Authority makes case for electric vehicles on rural fleets
Brecon Beacons National Park Authority has expanded its electric vehicle fleet further with the addition of three cars for new staff.
Electric cars and vans to be cheaper than petrol vehicles in all segments by 2027
Falling production costs for electric vehicles will make them cheaper to buy in every light vehicle segment by 2027.
Prices and specs revealed for Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric crossover
Hyundai has revealed details for its Ioniq 5 electric crossover, which will be priced from £36,995 and bring a range of up to 300 miles.
Nissan EV fleet sales up 65% in last year
Nissan has reported fast-rising EV fleet sales in the last year, underlining a shift among companies to electric vehicles.
Switch to EVs to save Cleanology £8,500 a year per vehicle
UK cleaning firm Cleanology is seeing major financial savings after deploying a brand-new fleet of electric vans in London.
UK firms planning to dramatically increase EV spending in next year
Businesses in the UK are planning to spend £15.8bn on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure over the next 12 months; up 50% on the year to March 2021.
Mina and Traxmiles to provide all-in-one EV charging and mileage capture
EV payment specialist Mina has teamed up with Innovation Professional Services to help fleets manage the transition to electric vehicles.
DPD to measure urban air quality using van fleet
Delivery company DPD is rolling out mobile air quality monitoring across six of the UK’s biggest cities with the help of its van fleet and facilities.
Arrival and Uber to develop electric car for ride-hailing sector
Electric vehicle maker Arrival is turning its attentions to the ride-hailing sector with plans to develop a purpose-built electric car.
Citroën targets fleets with tiny electric cargo van
Citroën has launched a single-seater van version of its zero-emission Ami tiny quadricycle, aimed at fleets and business users in urban areas.
UK new car sales forecast rises but grant changes to impact BEV demand
The forecast for 2021 new car registrations has increased on the back of rising market confidence – but with fewer battery electric vehicles (BEVs) than expected due to the changes to the grants.
Price drop for Toyota’s new zero-emission Mirai
Toyota’s new Mirai hydrogen saloon has opened for orders, bringing increased range but heavily reduced pricing and business contract hire rates.
Genesis brand brings premium approach and EV line-up to Europe
Hyundai’s Genesis premium brand is to launch in Europe this summer, focused on premium luxury and with imminent plans for electric vehicles.
Majority of Londoners say only zero-emission cars should be allowed after 2030
A strong majority of Londoners want increased action on pollution from traffic, including from the mayor, according to new research.
