Natalie Middleton
Michelin’s new carbon-neutral tyre to improve electric vehicle efficiency
Michelin has unveiled its e.Primacy tyre range for cars and vans; its most eco-friendly tyre yet and developed for both combustion-engined vehicles and EVs.
Toyota Prius Plug-in gets new safety and connectivity kit
Toyota’s Prius Plug-in now comes with extra driver assistance and connectivity features as part of an update.
Hyundai and Kia join Ionity to drive Europe’s fast-charging network
Hyundai Motor Group has become the latest shareholder to join the Ionity joint venture, helping to drive expansion of the fast-charging network across Europe.
Rising EV sales remain ray of light in declining new car market
New car registrations declined again last month, but rising demand for electric and hybrid cars provides one silver lining.
Royal Mail, EDF and DPD UK join calls for 100% EV sales by 2030
The UK’s largest fleet operators are ramping up the pressure on the Government to commit to 100% electric vehicle sales by 2030, with Royal Mail, EDF and DPD UK now joining the calls.
Latest EV developments under focus at virtual Cenex-LCV2020
Delegates can now register for Cenex’s online Low Carbon Vehicle and Connected Automated Mobility events, which will share the latest EV and mobility developments.
Fleets required for EV charging trial
Fleets are being invited to sign up for a major electric vehicle charging trial that could help increase the UK’s charging infrastructure.
NewMotion grows public roaming network with Osprey rapid chargers
NewMotion has expanded its roaming charging network with the addition of rapid chargers from Osprey Charging.
Islington Council makes switch to electric vehicles
Islington Council has taken delivery of six Renault Zoe fully electric superminis, supporting its ambitions to help tackle the climate crisis.
Brecon Beacons National Park expands EV fleet with first electric van
The Brecon Beacons National Park continues to expand its EV fleet with the addition of its first van.
EV specialists join forces to help fleets go electric
EV start-up Mina Energy is working in partnership with The Algorithm People to make it easier for fleet managers to switch to electric vehicles, including through a free webinar on the subject.
SSE continues work on fleet electrification under Alfen tie-up
SSE Enterprise is supporting the shift to electric vehicles for its drivers and customers under a new deal with Alfen.
Bramble Energy becomes latest fleet to deploy Toyota Mirai hydrogen car
Bramble Energy has joined the growing list of UK firms deploying a Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car for emission-free transport.
Jaguar E-Pace update brings plug-in hybrid version
Jaguar has updated the E-Pace with new connectivity features, updated design and latest powertrains, including the range’s first plug-in hybrid.
Average CO2 on BVRLA fleet falls as battery electric vehicle uptake rises
Average CO2 emissions on the overall BVRLA lease fleet fell in Q2 2020, supported by surging uptake of battery electric vehicles.
First fleet deal for Honda e
Avant Homes is deploying a fleet of 30 Honda e electric vehicles, marking the first fleet deal for the electric city car.
Nissan Leaf updated with new trims and lower pricing
Nissan is making a range of MY20 updates to its Leaf range to bring lower pricing and increased equipment.
Pricing revealed for Škoda Octavia plug-in hybrid
Škoda’s first-ever Octavia plug-in hybrid is to open for orders next week, priced from £30,795 OTR and available in hatch and estate forms.
Fiat’s new electric 500: Pricing and specs revealed
The Fiat 500 has been reinvented as an electric city car for 2021, focused on providing affordable e-mobility and priced from £19,995 (incl. PiCG).
‘No deal’ tariffs could undermine electric vehicle demand, warns industry
Failure to strike an EU trade deal would increase the price of electric vehicles, potentially reducing demand by 20% and undermining the UK’s progress on Net Zero, according to the auto sector.
