Natalie Middleton
Green Party pledges ICE ban by 2027, grants for EV shift and arrival of road pricing
The Green Party has thrown its manifesto into the ring ahead of next month’s general election, promising change to create a greener, fairer world.
EU threatens to hike tariffs by extra 38% on Chinese EV imports
Brussels has unveiled provisional plans to impose extra duties on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) made in China and exported into the European Union from July in a move that could add thousands of euros … Read More »
Extended Benefit-in-Kind tax tables should be top fleet job for new government, says AFP
An announcement on extended company car Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) taxation tables should be “among the first fleet jobs” for the new government, says the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
New Hyundai Inster teased as affordable city EV with 220-mile range
Hyundai has given a glimpse of its forthcoming affordable city EV, called the Inster.
Pop-up solar car park and EV charging hub to spur council fleet electrification
Surrey County Council (SCC) has gone live with a pop-up solar car park and EV charging hub to support expansion of its electric vehicle fleet.
Police-spec hybrid Toyota Corolla ready for service
Toyota has launched a police authority specification version of its latest Corolla Touring Sports, ready for duty with the UK’s police.
More than three-quarters of Symphony fleet now plug-in hybrid
Symphony has met its green fleet target a year early after converting more than three-quarters of its fleet to plug-in hybrids.
Lib Dems to bring back 2030 ICE ban, restore Plug-in Car Grant and cut charging costs
The Liberal Democrats have launched their 2024 election manifesto, filled with key pledges on health and social care along with the EU, but also containing some big commitments for transport.
EVA England welcomes Lauren Pamma to board
Lauren Pamma has joined EVA England’s board of directors, bringing her in-depth expertise in the decarbonisation of transport to the EV drivers’ association.
Gridserve electric charging hub opens at Teals farm shop on A303
A Gridserve Electric Retail Hub has opened at the Teals farm shop located on the A303 near Wincanton.
For EV secures further £10m investment from Scottish National Investment Bank
Scotland’s only private EV charge point operator For EV has boosted its growth plans with a £10m follow-on investment by the Scottish National Investment Bank.
Škoda’s first-ever Kodiaq PHEV lands with 75-mile range and 5% BiK rating
Škoda has opened orders for its Kodiaq iV plug-in hybrid, complete with a 75-mile electric range and a Benefit-in-Kind rating of just 5%.
New Knowledge Hub from Europcar to guide fleets and drivers on EV switch
A new online Knowledge Hub is now available from Europcar Mobility Group UK to provide invaluable information for all drivers considering going electric.
Dedicated fleet managers vital for larger fleets to stay on top of evolving auto landscape
Large companies with fleets cannot rely on outsourcing vehicle management if they are to navigate the ever-evolving automotive landscape effectively.
Hydrogen-powered Toyota Hilux pickup enters testing phase
Toyota’s project to develop a hydrogen fuel cell Hilux pick-up has stepped up a gear with the start of vehicle testing and evaluations.
Council for Net Zero Transport to help new government steer decarbonisation
The new Council for Net Zero Transport has officially formed, tasked with supporting the new government to accelerate road transport decarbonisation.
Prices revealed for Alfa Romeo’s first-ever all-electric car
Alfa Romeo has announced prices for the Junior fully electric SUV, which opens for orders later this month with £33,895 entry pricing and up to 250 miles of WLTP range.
Free educational and mythbusting EV workshops
Mercia Fleet Management, the fleet management division of EV salary sacrifice specialist Fleet Evolution, is offering a series of free educational and myth-busting workshops for electric vehicles.
Volvo starts production of flagship EX90 fully electric SUV
Volvo’s EX90 all-electric flagship SUV is finally rolling off production lines more than 18 months after it was revealed.
Quarter of fleets say EVs are cheaper for servicing and have less downtime
New research showing how UK fleet managers view electric vehicle service, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs and downtime compared to internal combustion engine (ICE) cars and vans is now out.
