Natalie Middleton
Polestar 2 rolls out to fleets with help of Leaselink
Polestar is using the Leaselink e-procurement platform to help fulfil fast-growing fleet demand for its electric car line-up.
Mercedes-Benz EQS luxury saloon to boast 478-mile range
The wraps have finally come off Mercedes’ EQS flagship electric vehicle, which will boast a new ‘hyperscreen’ dashboard, up to a 478-mile range and a 761hp performance model.
Average leasing CO2 emissions under 100g/km for first time ever
Average CO2 emissions for new car registrations in the UK leasing sector have fallen below 100g/km for the first time ever, according to new BVRLA data.
Co-op cuts average vehicle CO2 by 47%
The Co-op is pushing ahead with aggressive emissions reductions targets, which have already seen it reduce average vehicle CO2 per km by 47%.
Audi Q4 e-tron revealed with £40,750 price tag and 316-mile range
Audi has expanded its electric vehicle line-up with the Q4 e-tron crossover, priced from £40,750 and with up to 316 miles.
Research reveals where key reforms needed to drive confidence in charging
Key changes are needed in the areas of EV charging payments, roaming, making data available, pricing transparency and reliability to improve driver confidence in the public network.
Volkswagen launches entry-level ID.3 with lower price
The Volkswagen ID.3 electric hatch is to gain a new entry-level powertrain tomorrow, bringing a smaller battery and a lower entry price for the range.
AFP Tax Manifesto calls for clearer view of EV initiatives and road toll plans
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has highlighted 13 key areas of fleet taxation that need change or clearer definitions to support the industry going forwards.
Deploy electric courtesy cars for EV drivers or face major fuel bill, dealers warned
Dealers are being urged to deploy electric courtesy or replacement vehicles for EV drivers or potentially face a £3m fuel and penalty bill.
Polestar 2 wins prestigious design award
Polestar 2 has been recognised as the ‘Best of the Best’ by Red Dot in the internationally renowned contest’s Product Design category.
LV= offers EV courtesy cars to increase adoption
As part of its commitment to have a positive influence on society and be environmentally responsible, LV= General Insurance (LV= GI) is today launching a new ethical standard for its branded bodyshop repair network – Green Heart … Read More »
Hyundai and Uber partner to accelerate EV adoption
Hyundai Motor partners with Uber to accelerate electric vehicle adoption across Europe.
Free electricity for EV drivers
Clean power company Good Energy, in partnership with Zap-Map, is launching a new tariff this week which offers electric vehicle drivers the opportunity to power their home, or charge their car, for free.
SOGO launches carbon-neutral leasing
Flexible leasing firm SOGO is helping customers to run greener fleets to support their carbon reduction goals on the road to net-zero.
Comment: Overcoming EV charging point access issues
Concern about access to charging points is one of the main barriers to wider adoption of electric vehicles in fleets, but Mike Todd, CEO of Volkswagen Financial Services, says making it easier for drivers … Read More »
Largest-ever EV choice as showrooms reopen
With showrooms reopening their doors this week, consumers are greeted by a vast choice of the cleanest ever vehicles to suit their needs, according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and … Read More »
Tesco free EV charging network hits 500,000th charge milestone
Tesco’s free EV charging network has reached the landmark of 500,000 charges – providing more than 10 million miles of complimentary EV motoring.
Record growth for InstaVolt rapid charger network
InstaVolt has reported a record number of rapid charger activations for March, supporting its charging network expansion plans.
Citroën EVs and PHEVs to get free eight-year/100k-mile assistance cover
Citroën UK is providing free eight-year/100,000-mile roadside assistance cover for all its new battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
New Škoda Octavia SportLine available as PHEV
Škoda’s popular SportLine trim level is being rolled out across the Mk4 Octavia range, bringing vRS-inspired styling upgrades and the option of Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC).
