Natalie Middleton
Alphabet ties up with NewMotion for fleet charging solutions
Alphabet has partnered with NewMotion to offer fleets and drivers smart charging solutions, as well as access to UK-wide public charge points, as it reports fast-rising demand for plug-in vehicles.
Suzuki adds ‘Across’ rebadged RAV4 PHEV to European line-up
Suzuki has revealed its new ‘Across’ model; a rebadged version of the Toyota RAV4 PHEV SUV that goes on sale in Europe this autumn, further reinforcing its fleet proposition.
New Jaguar Land Rover subscription service enables drivers to go electric
Drivers looking to trial the latest plug-in vehicles can now make use of a new Jaguar Land Rover subscription service that enables them to change vehicles every six months.
Audi reveals flagship versions of e-tron and e-tron sportback
Audi is introducing range-topping ‘S’ versions of its e-tron and e-tron sportback this summer, bringing up to 503hp of power and 973Nm of torque along with increased range.
Tritium readies for global fast-charging growth with new CEO
EV fast-charging solutions specialist Tritium has appointed Jane Hunter as its new CEO in line with plans for rapid growth across the globe and into new markets.
FCA and Engie start work on largest-ever vehicle-to-grid plant
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has pressed ahead with planned work on a pilot project, set to create the largest vehicle-to-grid plant in the world at its plant in Mirafiori, Turin.
Drivers lack confidence in government EV ownership advice
The fleet and automotive industry should collaborate to inform drivers on the benefits of electric vehicles to help drivers make the shift away from petrol and diesels.
Europe central to Kia plans for EV sales growth
Kia has outlined further details of its electric vehicle strategy, which will see many of its forthcoming EVs launch in Europe.
Fleet interest in EVs fast-rising but awareness low of % BiK
Fleet take-up of electric vehicle is fast-accelerating but awareness of the 0% Benefit-in-Kind on EVs is worryingly low.
Paul Kirby to lead electric vehicle strategy at Vanarama
Former LeasePlan head of commercial vehicles Paul Kirby has joined Vanarama to head up its electric vehicle strategy.
NewMotion names Melanie Lane as CEO
Electric vehicle charging solutions provider NewMotion has appointed Melanie Lane as its new CEO.
New tool mounts business case for fleet electrification
Fleets looking to electrify their vehicles can now use a new tool from Samsara to help inform their business case and provide solid grounds for a shift to electric vehicles.
Surge in EV leasing counters WLTP impact on average emissions
Average new lease car emissions fell to 113g/km at the end of 2019 – the lowest level since Q3 2018 – after a surge in battery electric vehicle (BEVs) registrations.
Demystifying EVs could fast-track driver demand
Uncertainty and confusion is leading the vast majority of motorists to delay changing to an electric vehicle but manufacturers and dealers have a leading role in changing this.
Government plans for 6,000 rapid chargers on highways
Around 6,000 rapid chargers are expected to be in place across England’s motorways and major A roads by 2035; part of plans to drive electric vehicle adoption and remove range anxiety concerns for long … Read More »
Octopus Energy simplifies EV charging with new roaming service
Octopus Energy Group has launched a new roaming charging service, enabling electric car drivers to access multiple charging networks with a single Octopus account.
New CTO at Engenie to help spearhead charging revolution
James Wehner has joined UK rapid charging network Engenie as its new chief technology officer (CTO), tasked with revolutionising the electric vehicle charging user experience and helping to accelerate mass EV adoption.
Peugeot reveals specs for e-Expert electric van
Peugeot has announced details of its e-Expert electric van, which goes on sale in the second half of 2020, offering two different ranges, three body lengths, up to 1,000kg towing capacity and payloads of … Read More »
Citroën ë-Dispatch electric van to deliver 205-mile range
Citroën has unveiled the fully electric ë-Dispatch van; the first of its electric van line-up and delivering a range of up to 205 miles without losing load capacity.
EV drivers invited to trial new V2G charging technologies
Applications are now open for drivers to trial electric vehicle technologies that could help save them money and reduce demand on electricity networks.
