Natalie Middleton
Sales of used EVs double in Q3 to reach record market share
Demand for used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) soared during the third quarter on the back of increased supplies and lower prices.
Dangers of aftermarket EV charging cables revealed in new investigation
Aftermarket electric vehicle charging cables can pose a risk of overheating and electric shocks for users, an investigation by What Car has revealed.
Rivian opens up electric van sales to all fleets as exclusive deal with Amazon ends
EV maker Rivian Automotive is targeting sales of its electric van across all fleets as its exclusive tie-up with Amazon ends.
Toyota bZ4X gets ‘blue light’ debut with London parks police team
The Toyota bZ4X has taken on its first ‘blue light’ public service role, joining the fleet of one of London’s busiest parks police teams.
Subject of van electrification centre stage at BVRLA webinar
The hot topic of how to boost electric van uptake is to come under focus at the BVRLA’s next Fleets in Charge free webinar, taking place on Wednesday 29 November.
New tech to ‘revolutionise’ EV charging while ensuring grid stability
A new charging solution that intelligently detects grid imbalances and briefly pauses current EV charging sessions to help prevent power blackouts has launched.
New Renault Master to deliver greater efficiency in ICE and EV guise
Renault has teased its next-generation Master LCV ahead of its unveiling at the Solutrans motor show this month.
Invalid insurance data inflating fleet EV premiums, warns AFP
Insurers are increasing fleet premiums for EVs based on “incorrect and, in some instances, irrelevant” data, the Association of Fleet Professionals has warned.
Peel Ports drives sustainability goals with new police electric pickups
Peel Ports, the second largest port group in the UK, has accelerated its commitment to environmental sustainability with the acquisition of four Maxus electric pickup trucks.
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan hits landmark of half-a-million funded EVs
Leasing and mobility brand ALD Automotive | LeasePlan has reached the landmark of having half a million EVs on the road.
G.Network bolsters EV fleet with Maxus electric vans
G.Network has expanded its electric fleet further with the arrival of 100 Maxus eLCVs from Harris Maxus.
Allica Bank launches £10m fund to help SMEs go electric
Allica Bank has launched a new £10m dedicated fund to support SMEs with the purchase of electric vehicles, while also offering reduced rates on EVs.
Drivalia partners with Zapmap to enhance EV rental experience
Car rental company Drivalia has partnered with Zapmap to help enhance the charging experience for its electric vehicle customers.
Business leasing demand for EVs outperforms diesel and petrol combined
Business lease popularity for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has outperformed both diesel and petrol combined at Leasing.com for the first time in the site’s history.
Electric Tevva truck to drive student skills at MIRA Technology Institute
MIRA Technology Institute has invested in a brand-new Tevva electric truck to help students and apprentices get to grips with the latest EV technology.
Van uptake soars but industry calls for charge point action in Autumn Statement
Uptake of brand-new LCVs rose for the 10th month running in October but the van sector has renewed its calls for faster charge point rollout.
Tevva to sue ElectraMeccanica for damages following scrapped merger
British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva Motors has said it intends to sue ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp (EMV) for $75m (£60.4m / €69.8m) damages after the Canadian e-mobility firm pulled the plug on their merger.
New car market beats pre-pandemic levels but EVs struggle to boost market share
October new car registrations have hit their highest level since 2018 on the back of strong demand from larger fleets, but subdued EV growth is hindering green goals.
New Škoda Superb gets extra space and longer-range PHEV
Škoda has unveiled its all-new Superb hatchback and estate, revealing advances in space, design, technology and powertrains for its flagship ICE model.
Liverpool City Council helps clean up the streets with Goupil G4 electric pickup
A Goupil G4 electric pickup is being used across Liverpool to help keep the streets cleaner and greener, while also delivering efficiency and cost benefits.
