Natalie Middleton
Renault elevates Rafale coupé-SUV with 300hp high-performance PHEV
Renault is introducing a high-performance plug-in hybrid version of its flagship Rafale coupé-SUV.
Humax partners with ChargedEV for UK smart EV charging rollout
ChargedEV has been appointed as the official EV charging installation partner for Humax, following the launch of the South Korean brand’s smart EV charging solutions into the UK.
Lack of home charger access is drivers’ biggest barrier to buying a used EV, dealers say
A lack of access to home charging is the biggest objection given by drivers considering a used electric vehicle, new research shows.
Landmark EV charging hub supports Network Rail Scotland with electric switch
Network Rail Scotland has gone live with the first of two major EV charging hubs to support electrification of its operational fleet.
EVA England manifesto calls for change on EV charging costs and democratisation
EVA England – which advocates the transition to electric vehicles on behalf of EV drivers – has launched its 2024 manifesto in Westminster.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia EV9
It’s snapped up the UK Car of the Year title for 2024 – and the Best EV Large SUV accolade at our own Great British Fleet Awards – but in a highly competitive marketplace, … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Our new Škoda Enyaq long-termer has changed colour and got a shedload faster.
PoGo Charge now available on Allstar Chargepass
PoGo Charge, one of the UK’s fastest-growing ultra-rapid charge point operators, is now available on the Allstar Chargepass network.
Electric vehicle battery maker Volklec launches in UK
Volklec, a new UK manufacturing business making batteries for electric vehicles, has launched in the UK.
Zero-emission cars up 18% in 2023, Department for Transport data reveals
More than 314,000 new cars with zero tailpipe emissions were registered in 2023, an increase of 18%.
Tevva prepares to call in administrators while seeking rescue deal
British electric truck manufacturer Tevva has confirmed that it’s preparing to call in administrators while seeking a rescue deal.
Vauxhall Frontera gets 248-mile EV range and seven-seat option
Vauxhall has premiered its new Frontera SUV, launching later this year in both battery electric and petrol mild hybrid variants.
National Highways spearheads fleet electrification with Toyota bZ4X electric SUV
National Highways is deploying 51 Toyota bZ4X electric SUVs on its fleet, supporting its work to go net zero.
More than four out of 10 Brits believe myth that EVs catch fire easily
Negative tabloid and social media coverage means more than four out of 10 people (43%) think electric vehicles catch fire easily, new research shows.
Majority of van drivers now say EVs are more cost effective to run
The majority of British van drivers agree now that electric vans are more cost effective to run.
Cost of highway charging is barrier to fleet EV adoption, warns AFP
The cost of highway charging is pricing some fleets out of electric vehicle adoption, the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) has warned.
ChargePlace Scotland EV network now available via Allstar Chargepass
Fleet drivers with electric vehicles can now access the ChargePlace Scotland charging network via the Allstar Chargepass solution.
UK company creates mobile EV charging solution to help military go electric
Electric vehicle charging specialist Solus Power is working with global defence and security company QinetiQ to revolutionise and support the evolving electrified military landscape.
Qwello builds pan-European charging solution with Park & Charge acquisition
EV charging infrastructure specialist Qwello is acquiring Park & Charge, a leading Dutch charge point operator, creating a pan-European charging platform.
Price overtakes battery as main factor for drivers to go electric, finds Venson
Price rather than battery range is now the main consideration for drivers switching to EVs, Venson Automotive Solutions has found.
