Natalie Middleton
‘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.
New digital magazine to support fleet shift to EVs
The new EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now available for operators, providing latest news, features and road tests on electric vehicles.
Bynx latest software release supports fleet shift to EVs
Fleet software specialist Bynx has released its latest software version, further supporting fleets with vehicle management and also helping with the transition to electric vehicles.
BMW Group recalls plug-in hybrids
BMW Group has announced a recall of its plug-in hybrid vehicles due to a potential risk of a battery fire.
New AI tool pinpoints where fleets can switch to EVs
A new web-based automated AI tool is now available from Teletrac Navman to give fleets detailed insights of where they can deploy electric vehicles.
Volkswagen ID.3 gets top Euro NCAP score
Volkswagen’s newly launched ID.3 electric hatch has scored a top five-star rating from Euro NCAP, reinforcing its safety credentials.
Tax tables to 2030 needed if new EV target adopted, says AFP
The Government should provide company car Benefit-in-Kind tax tables to 2030 if it adopts this date as its new electrification target.
Suzuki reveals prices and CO2 for new Across plug-in hybrid SUV
Suzuki has confirmed details of its new ‘Across’ plug-in hybrid SUV, arriving this autumn as a rebadged version of the Toyota RAV4 PHEV and with CO2 of 22g/km.
Covid not denting fleet plans to go electric but more support needed
The coronavirus pandemic will not stop the move to electric vehicles for the majority of fleets, but more help is needed from suppliers.
Renault unveils electric Mégane and new hybrids
Groupe Renault has accelerated its plans for electrified models with the reveal of two new pure electric vehicles and an expanded hybrid range.
Four more EV charging firms join Octopus Energy’s Electric Juice Network
A further four car charging networks have joined Octopus Energy’s Electric Juice Network (EJN) in the UK, taking its total to over 1,000 chargers.
New rules to ensure carmakers keep UK supplied with EVs
Concerns that the UK’s supply of electric vehicles could be jeopardised post-Brexit transition have been abated with the announcement of new carbon emissions targets from the Government.
Increased fleet demand in Nissan Leaf drives used values
Nissan has reported high levels of new and used demand for its Leaf electric vehicle for fleets, helping to support strong residual values.
Lynk & Co reveal of new mobility membership gets ‘huge interest’ in Europe
Automotive brand Lynk & Co has reported an overwhelming response to the launch of its new mobility membership in Europe.
Drover to advance further into electric vehicle subscriptions under new funding
Fast-expanding car subscriptions firm Drover is to ramp up its electric vehicle proposition with the help of new funding.
Volkswagen ID.3 electric hatch priced from under £30k
Volkswagen has revealed details of pricing and specs for its ID.3 electric hatch range, which starts from under £30k (incl. PiCG).
BMW and Mini batteries to get second life as mobile power units
BMW Group UK has partnered with Off Grid Energy to provide a new home for old batteries from its electrified cars.
UK electric vehicle supply likely to ‘dry up’ without new rules
Fleet and private driver demand for electric vehicles may be fast-rising but supply could “run out” without new UK-specific CO2 legislation.
Mitie races past 20% electric vehicle target three months early
Mitie has deployed its 750th electric vehicle – beating its target of having 20% of its light vehicle fleet switched to electric some three months early.
Police Scotland augments ULEV fleet with 180 Kona Electrics
Police Scotland is deploying 180 Hyundai Kona Electrics SUVs; part of work to create the first blue light, ultra-low emission vehicle fleet in the UK.
