Natalie Middleton
Price parity now commonplace on many used BEV and ICE cars
Retail prices of used battery electric cars (BEVs) showed signs of recovery in early 2025, supported by increasing signs of price parity with ICE cars.
Car dealers want stronger EV support and hybrids on sale past 2030
UK car dealers have stressed the need for more government support for EVs and the continued benefits of hybrids beyond 2030 amid a pessimistic market outlook.
BYD is now UK’s fastest-growing car brand after 658% sales rise
BYD is continuing its meteoric rise in the UK with soaring sales and public brand recognition.
Genesis to axe ICE-powered models and go EV-only
Genesis is dropping all petrol- and diesel-powered models and transforming to a fully electrified brand in 2025.
Electric vehicles increasingly ‘normalised’ but practical concerns linger
Electric vehicles are becoming ‘normalised’ in the UK as half of drivers now either own an EV, or know someone who does.
Wex expands fleet charging solutions in Europe
Global commerce platform Wex has announced the expansion of its electric vehicle charging solution for Europe’s commercial fleets.
BMW iX gets more power and up to 426 miles of range
BMW has updated its iX electric flagship with refreshed design, increased power for all variants and up to 426 miles of range.
Huge fall in off-peak prices as EV charging sites outnumber forecourts 4:1
Off-peak charging across fast, rapid and ultra-rapid public charging fell by up to 28% in December, according to the latest AA EV Recharge Report.
L&G and Osprey to deliver EV rapid charging hubs across UK
Legal & General, one of Europe’s largest asset management companies, has appointed Osprey Charging Network to provide rapid EV charging infrastructure for its ReAssure Property Funds.
DKV Mobility integrates Applegreen fast chargers in UK and Ireland
DKV Mobility, a leading platform for international mobility services, is expanding its UK charging network under a partnership with global network operator Applegreen Electric.
Myenergi announces leadership changes as co-founder steps down
EV solutions firm Myenergi has announced the appointment of Andrew Clint as group CEO with immediate effect.
Flexis presents trio of vans for electric connected urban logistics
Flexis, the joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM, has unveiled a trio of electric vans ahead of their arrival in 2026.
Whistl trials emission-free deliveries in DfT-sponsored project
Logistics specialist Whistl has taken part in the UK’s first emission-free delivery trial.
AFP calls for electric van MOT deferral as fleets find tests ‘impossible’ to book
The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) has called for an official deferral for MOTs on 4.25-tonne electric vans after some fleets reported finding tests “impossible” to book.
Boost for UK on-street charging network with £65m investment
Fresh investment into the UK’s charging network is set to deliver thousands more on-street chargers in a boost to EV drivers.
BEVs and PHEVs take record share of Fleet Alliance fleet
Plug-in electric vehicles have gained a record market share in order banks at Fleet Alliance as the corporate electrification momentum shows no sign of decelerating.
Renault 5 electric hatch on sale from under £23k
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric supermini is on sale now, priced from £22,995.
Lexus pulls LS hybrid saloon from UK line-up
Lexus has dropped the LS luxury saloon from its UK model line-up 35 years after it was first launched.
Reborn Fiat Panda debuts with electric and mild hybrid models
Fiat’s Grande Panda will arrive in the UK this spring, positioned as one of the UK’s most affordable electric cars.
E.On accelerates ultra-rapid charging rollout
E.On is charging ahead on network expansion with plans for new ultra-rapid EV hubs at six sites across Scotland.
