Natalie Middleton
Mercedes-Benz confirms launch of first ultra-rapid charging stations this autumn
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed it’s on track with plans to launch its first ultra-rapid charging stations this autumn, open to drivers of all brands and supporting work to expand its global charging infrastructure.
Raw Charging keeps up pace on Greene King EV charging rollout
Raw Charging has activated a further 250 EV charge points at more than 50 Greene King sites since March 2023 – one of the fastest rollouts in the hospitality sector.
Gridserve hits milestone of 50 new EV charging hubs in 2023
Gridserve has reached the milestone of having 50 new Electric Super Hubs locations either already open or underway for 2023.
Phase-out of ICE vans falling behind government targets, says BVRLA
The UK is behind schedule on its plans to phase out the sale of new ICE commercial vehicles, according to BVRLA members.
JCB retrofits hydrogen engine in Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van
JCB has installed its hydrogen engine technology in an existing Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van to prove the wider appeal of the technology.
EV charging in Elmbridge gets boost with 25 new charge points
Elmbridge Borough Council is ramping up its EV charging provision with work to install 25 new charge points in the area.
Used car values down 2.0% but smaller fall for EVs, reports Cap HPI
Average used car values fell 2.0% (c.£390) in August at the three-year point, but EVs recorded a smaller decline, latest Cap HPI data reveals.
Free charging for all EVs at Tesla Superchargers
Tesla is enabling all EV owners to charge for free today (29 August 2023) on its anniversary in Europe.
Bromley deploys Gul-e charging solution for residents without driveways
Bromley is deploying a new charging solution to allow residents without driveways to benefit from home charging.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
The iX1’s interior is well designed generally but one area niggles John Challen.
Evyve installs 150th Tritium rapid charger in UK network
UK charging network operator Evyve has gone live with its 150th rapid charger from Tritium under a deal announced at the start of the year.
Polestar to work with Mobileye on autonomous driving tech for Polestar 4
The forthcoming Polestar 4 SUV-coupé will become the first production car to feature Mobileye’s Chauffeur autonomous driving technology under a new collaboration.
New Tesla V4 Supercharger opens to all EVs in UK
Tesla has launched its new-generation V4 Supercharger in the UK, further opening up its charging network to all brands.
HMRC increases Advisory Electricity Rate to 10ppm
HMRC has bumped up its Advisory Electricity Rate for company car drivers as it also publishes Advisory Fuel Rates for the new quarter.
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service powers EV fleet with new charge points
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS) has signed up EV charge point operator Zest to help power its growing fleet of electric vehicles.
Summer 2023 special digital issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World now out
The new edition of Fleet World is now out, bringing unmissable insights from industry experts to help you improve efficiency and get your fleet fit for purpose.
Parcel delivery fleets to trial hydrogen fuel cell vans
First Hydrogen is opening up fleet trials for its hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle (FCEV) to enable parcel delivery companies to get behind the wheel.
Cenex-LCV to explore innovations in fleet charging
The line-up for this year’s Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM event has been revealed, delivering more than 100 speakers and some 30+ seminar sessions that will include look at fleet charging innovations.
JLR to reuse EV batteries for renewable energy storage system
Used batteries from Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) electric vehicles are being repurposed for one of the UK’s largest energy storage systems to maximise the benefits of solar and wind power.
Half of UK front gardens under threat with EVs on the rise
Nearly half (49%) of UK homeowners are considering paving over their front gardens to accommodate an electric vehicle.
