Natalie Middleton
IT firm to swap to all-electric fleet
Fareham-based Taylor Made Computer Solutions is switching to an all-electric fleet as it looks to slash its carbon footprint.
LeasePlan pilot to help fleets transition to EVs
LeasePlan is launching a new electric vehicle pilot programme to help corporates make the switch to electric vehicles.
AA introduces emergency charging service for EV members
Electric vehicle drivers who run out of charge on the road can now benefit from a new AA emergency charging service.
Electric Corsa to debut in 2020 under Vauxhall turnround plans
Vauxhall and parent firm Opel is to debut a next-generation electric Corsa and a plug-in hybrid version of its Grandland X crossover by 2020 under post-takeover plans to bring the company back into profit.
Calls for clamp down on ‘ice-ing’ at EV charge points
Electric vehicle drivers looking to take action on drivers of conventional ICE vehicles parking at EV charge points can now sign a petition for it to be made an offence.
Electric mobility comes under spotlight in 2018 Fleet World Honours
Cutting-edge advances in electric mobility solutions for fleets are to come under focus in next year’s Fleet World Honours, which are now open for entries. As well as recognising the latest developments by … Read More »
Carmakers push ahead with plans for pan-European 350kW EV charging network
BMW Group, Daimler, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group have committed to plans to launch a network of 400 ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles along major European routes.
Changan Automobile goes all-out on EVs
Chinese state-owned car manufacturer Changan Automobile has laid out plans to stop sales of petrol-engined vehicles by 2025 as it focuses solely on electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Ofgem calls for more electric vehicle investment and policies
Although the UK is on course to achieve emissions reductions targets to 2022, achieving longer-term goals will require more investment and policies in areas including electric vehicle take-up.
Toyota fuel cell concept targets 600+-mile range
Toyota is to showcase its latest fuel cell vehicle developments with a new concept at the Tokyo Moto Show next week.
Government pushes ahead with mandating EV charge points at forecourts
Plans to make electric vehicle charge points mandatory at motorway services and large petrol retailers have taken a step forwards along with developments in insurance for automated cars.
Teesside University joins Rolec’s EV Charge Online network
Teesside University has installed 12 Rolec AutoCharge charging points linked up to the EV Charge Online network.
ALD further broadens EV experience at MPG Marathon
ALD Automotive UK is using its latest experiences of testing electric vehicles to help fleets looking to go green.
Fastned rolls out card-free EV charging
The Fastned fast charging network is introducing a new ‘Autocharge’ solution that enables charging sessions to start directly after plugging in an electric vehicle.
Polar becomes largest UK rapid charging network
Chargemaster’s Polar network is now the largest rapid charging network in the UK, according to the firm, following the installation of the 300th unit.
Renault augments fleet team with electric vehicle specialists
Renault has added two electric vehicle specialists to its fleet team to provide expert guidance for fleets looking to switch to EVs.
Paris to incentivise ULEVs to eliminate petrols and diesels by 2030
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has outlined plans to eliminate petrol and diesel vehicles in the city by 2030 – with incentives on ULEVs to play a crucial role rather than an actual ban.
Shell to expand EV charging offering with NewMotion acquisition
Shell has signed a deal to buy NewMotion, one of Europe’s largest electric vehicle charging providers, as it looks to ramp up its charging proposition.
Chargemaster ties up with Q-Park to offer EV parking discounts
Electric vehicle drivers using Chargemaster’s POLAR charging network can benefit from discounts on parking through the Q-Park network.