Natalie Middleton
Gentari partners with Virta to grow EV charging network across Southeast Asia
Global EV charging solutions provider Virta has partnered with clean energy solutions business Gentari, part of the Petronas Group, to expand the EV charging network across Southeast Asia.
Rimac’s new electric ‘robotaxi’ service to start in 2026
Croatian electric supercar company is to launch a new ‘robotaxi’ service in Europe from 2026.
WEVC unveils production-ready electric van with Luton-style body
UK startup Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has revealed a production-ready of its upcoming eCV1 electric van, complete with a new wide body.
New government should rethink ZEV mandate for vans, says FleetCheck
The incoming government should re-evaluate the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate for vans to reflect wide-ranging issues faced by fleets, according to FleetCheck.
Three in four car orders now for hybrids and BEVs, reports Fleet Alliance
Electric cars have hit a record market share in the order banks at Fleet Alliance, with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y topping the charts.
Government-funded project to help emergency services fleets go zero emission
A new government-funded project has launched in the UK, focused on enabling emergency service fleets adopt zero-emission vehicles.
Europcar expands EV fleet and takes stress out of charging
Europcar is “turbo charging” its EV fleet and launching a new stress-free approach to driver charging to help businesses and motorists on their net zero journey.
UK-first trial shows dynamic EV charging pricing can help manage renewable energy
An EV charging trial by UK Power Networks, Octopus Energy and EV.Energy is proving consumers hold the key to balancing energy supply and demand across the country.
12-volt battery problems still impacting electric van fleets, warns AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has called for OEMs to “step up” and improve 12V battery technology on electric vans as it warns many eLCVS remain “unuseable”.
BMW X3 boosts looks and PHEV range for all-new generation
BMW’s all-new X3 SUV has arrived in the UK, boosting its appeal with standout styling, an overhauled interior and a pared-back line-up of latest PHEV, petrol and diesel powertrains.
St Austell Brewery to install over 300 EV chargers in pub carparks
St Austell Brewery has partnered with ScottishPower to install more than 300 public EV in pub carparks across the south west of England.
Motorists to save up to £7k by going electric, with upfront price parity ‘in reach’
Motorists who purchase an EV over its petrol equivalent stand to save up to £7,000 over the next four years, while upfront price parity is “in reach” of drivers.
VWFS Fleet launches new tool to help fleets simplify EV adoption
Fleet drivers can now assess first-hand what it would be like to integrate an electric vehicle into their daily lives with the help of a new tool from Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) Fleet.
Believ springboards fully funded EV charging for real estate sector with new role
Charge point operator Believ is pushing ahead with plans to launch a fully funded EV charging proposition for the real estate sector, supported by a new appointment.
Nissan and Connected Energy project to boost EV battery sustainability
A new project that aims to supercharge progress on electric vehicle battery sustainability is now underway in the UK.
New Citroën C3 Aircross debuts seven-seat option and 186-mile fully electric version
Citroën has fully unveiled its C3 Aircross compact SUV, reinvented with up to seven seats and a fully electric version.
Char.gy secures £100m funding to expand UK’s on-street EV charging infrastructure
EV charging company Char.gy has secured a higher funding commitment up to £100m to boost the rollout of its on-street charging infrastructure across the UK.
Norton Motorcycles’ employees jump into electric cars for new sal-sac scheme
Norton Motorcycles is offering employees the chance to switch to electric cars and benefit from cost savings of up to 40% via a new salary sacrifice scheme.
New Volkswagen Golf eHybrid PHEVs on sale with up to 89 miles of range
Plug-in hybrid versions of the new Volkswagen Golf are about to go on sale in the UK, bringing up to 89 miles of range and a 5% Benefit-in-Kind rating.
Renault Kangoo revamp delivers extra kit and lower price for all-electric E-Tech
Renault has updated the Kangoo van for the 2024 model year, complete with a new look, extra equipment and up to a £2,500 reduction for the fully electric E-Tech version.
