Natalie Middleton
Ford Mondeo to bow out as brand moves to all-electric future
Ford is to stop production of its Mondeo stalwart from March 2022 under its plans for an all-electric future.
Peugeot cuts e-2008 prices on back of Plug-in Grant changes
Peugeot has lowered prices across its e-2008 range while also providing enhanced deposit contributions for the e-208, helping to compensate for the Plug-in Car Grant changes.
Private buyers not getting same EV incentives as fleets
The Government is being urged to step up the pace on electric vehicle incentives for private drivers as the UK car sector warns the switch to EVs is primarily taking place among fleets, not … Read More »
Arval supports fleets to net zero with carbon offsets
Arval has teamed up with social business ClimateSeed to support fleets with decarbonisation work on the road to net zero. The partnership will offer clients the ability to make ‘climate contributions’ and offset emissions … Read More »
Disconnect workplace charge point and EV car policy decisions, says Arval
Business decisions on charge point installations should be treated as an entirely separate consideration to decisions on electric vehicle adoption for company car drivers.
EV charging and reimbursement causing fleet headaches, says AFP
Electric vehicle adoption is fast picking up pace among fleets but operators are facing challenges when it comes to reimbursement and sorting charging, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Kia launches grant-friendly long-range e-Niro electric crossover
Kia has introduced a new mid-spec version of its e-Niro electric crossover, priced under £35,000 and therefore qualifying for the revised Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG).
Vauxhall cuts EV prices to ensure Plug-in Car Grant eligibility
Vauxhall has lowered new Mokka-e and Vivaro-e Life prices with immediate effect, ensuring they remain eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG).
Rapid charging forecourts are key incentive for EV switch, say drivers
Bespoke rapid charging forecourts could play a major role in encouraging drivers to switch to electric vehicles, new research finds.
Geotab develops ‘go-to’ resource for implementing fleet electric vehicles
Geotab has published a new ‘Ultimate Guide to Fleet Electrification’ guide to provide a comprehensive go-to resource for fleets exploring electric vehicles.
Banning polluting vehicles more effective than charging for them, research finds
Cities across the UK should restrict traffic to tackle growing levels of air pollution, in particular by banning polluting vehicles rather than levying charges.
New portal to make it easier to connect EV chargers to mains network
UK Power Networks has launched a new online portal to streamline the process for connecting clean technologies such as EV chargers to the mains electricity network in London and the South East.
NewMotion reaches 200,000 charge point milestone
NewMotion’s roaming charging network has passed the 200,000th charge point milestone in Europe after doubling in just two years.
10 key takeaways from the AFP’s new EV training for fleets
The Association of Fleet Professionals recently ran its first ‘Making the Switch to EVs’ online training course for fleets. Natalie Middleton reports back with some of the key outcomes for operators.
Interview: Fleet World’s 2021 Eco Superstar on going green
Kevin Booker, IT systems and fleet officer at the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, took the Eco Superstar title at the 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards. He speaks to Natalie Middleton about … Read More »
Audi e-tron now available via Onto subscription service
The Audi e-tron is now available via the Onto subscription service for an all-in monthly fee of £1,299 for the 55 Black Edition.
SEAT to launch entry-level electric car in 2025
SEAT is to introduce an urban electric vehicle to market in 2025, priced from around £17,000-£21,000 and intended to make e-mobility accessible.
New OVO Drive division to ‘lead the way’ in electric vehicle market
OVO Energy has launched its Drive division, focused on bringing new energy solutions for electric vehicle drivers.
Cut to Plug-in Van Grant is ‘retrograde step’, says Maxus
The Government’s move to cut grants for electric vans has come under fire from LCV brand Maxus, which says the reduced funding could undermine the Government’s net zero targets.
