Natalie Middleton
2015 Silverstone Fleet Show breaks more records
Held yesterday (12 May) at the iconic Silverstone Circuit, the event was attended by fleet decision-makers from across the UK, who made the most of the opportunity to drive the latest fleets cars on … Read More »
Fleets & drivers invited to have input on future EV incentives
The survey is being conducted by the Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence at the School of Engineering at Cardiff University and forms part of a European-wide project, the Incentives for Cleaner Vehicles in Urban … Read More »
Chargemaster set to energise Silverstone Fleet Show
The company, which reached the milestone of one million charges on its national network earlier this year, is offering fleet customers at the Show an all-inclusive offer on its Business Charging unit, enabling fleet … Read More »
Vivialys Groupe deploys 39 Toyota hybrids in France
The Group is best known in France under its brands Carré de l’Habitat, Trianon Résidences et Maisons Stéphane Berger and operates around two pillars: the construction of individual houses and property development. Vivialys has … Read More »
Latest vehicle order makes Avis largest EV fleet operator in Europe
The company has signed a deal with Nissan for 401 e-NV200 vans and 60 units of the Nissan LEAF. The new agreement follows last year’s order by Avis for 400 Nissan LEAF electric cars … Read More »
Electric vehicle demand sees sharp rise in Europe
The data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) shows that for the first three months of the year, AFV totalled 144,421 units – up 28.8%. Registrations of electric vehicles (EVs) more than doubled, … Read More »
Luxury chauffeur firms adds first hybrids to fleet
The new models are being added to the fleet to help the business strengthen its environmental profile and meet customer demands. Heather Matthews, managing director, said: “The Lexus are the first hybrids we have … Read More »
Chevrolet self-driving EV concept debuts at Shanghai
The concept was developed in Shanghai by GM’s Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) joint venture and is intended to show a “unique, intelligent vehicle for tomorrow’s younger consumers by utilizing innovative car networking … Read More »
Free guide advises on charge point procurement
The free guide is the first on the subject issued by the UK Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (UK EVSE) Association and features input from UK EVSE members, who include the UK’s leading charge point … Read More »
Volkswagen unveils C Coupé GTE plug-in hybrid concept at Auto Shanghai 2015
Over 5m in length, the concept is aimed at the Chinese market and, according to reports, will be on sale there in production form near the end of next year, based on the VW’s … Read More »
GM drops price of Chevrolet Spark EV in US
The carmaker announced that the model, currently on sale in California and Oregon with Maryland to come on board in the summer, will now carry a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $25,995. The move … Read More »
E-Car Club to launch in Scotland with Renault EV fleet
The UK car sharing club is launching in St Andrews in partnership with St Andrews University and Transport Scotland and will run a fleet of 10 ZOE Dynamique and Kangoo Z.E. Maxi models located … Read More »
Nominations open for Low Carbon Champions Awards 2015
There are seven award categories, covering areas ranging from cars to innovation, from fuels to publication. The LowCVP Champions Awards will be presented at a gala dinner to be held in Milton Keynes, beginning … Read More »
Chargemaster to exhibit at the Fleet Show after recording one million UK electric vehicle charges
Electric vehicles in the UK have charged a total of one million times using Chargemaster’s nationwide network of charging points. This has provided drivers with a total of around 9.5 million kWh of electricity … Read More »
Siemens launches new DC Rapid EV charger
Designed to conform to all industry standard charging protocols and interfaces, the new single-outlet, wall-mounted QC24S rapid charger provides a DC output at 24kW and can be supplied with a CCS or CHadeMO connector … Read More »
Transport for London adds first hydrogen cars to fleet
The two Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell vehicles are being used by TfL’s bus operational management team to undertake a number of tasks including checking bus route diversions and carrying out site meetings. The … Read More »
Citroën reveals Aircross plug-in hybrid concept
The brand said the model confirms its ability to develop its new positioning and illustrates its international ambitions, building on the success of the C4 Cactus, with a body style intended for worldwide sale. … Read More »
Hertz rolls out Nissan LEAF on London fleet
Customers can rent the model with unlimited mileage, at a special launch price of £9.99 (GBP) a day (up to 24 hours) and can also benefit from exemption from the Congestion Charge as well … Read More »
Toyota announces details of new RAV4 Hybrid
Set to be launched in the UK and Europe from early 2016, the RAV4 Hybrid brings a full hybrid system combining a 2.5-litre petrol engine and electric motor, with electronic all-wheel drive provided by … Read More »
Milestone Renault Twizy goes to the municipality of Florence, Italy
The municipality is taking delivery of 53 Twizys along with 17 Renault Kangoo Z.E. models for municipal duties as part of its ongoing commitment to electric transport “This delivery of a Renault Z.E. fleet … Read More »
