Natalie Middleton
Government’s eco advisers call for ban on hybrid cars and action on charging
The UK needs to radically ramp up its work on tackling climate change to meet decarbonisation targets, a new progress report from the Climate Change Committee (CCC) has warned.
New Zapmap report shows high demand for ultra-rapid charge points
A new report mapping out the utilisation of the UK’s charge points reveals the importance of ultra-rapid chargers to the electric vehicle infrastructure.
Stellantis launches new charging service under dedicated EV business
Stellantis has established a dedicated EV charging business unit to support fleets and drivers with charging and energy management.
Get your business ‘EV Ready’ with the new issue of Fleet World
The July 2023 issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now out, focused on helping fleets to get ‘EV Ready’.
Cross-party support vital for 10-fold rise in EV production, says SMMT
UK annual battery electric vehicle (BEV) production could rise 10-fold by 2030 if all political parties get behind a package of measures to support the automotive sector.
Official electric van range figures ‘almost useless’, AFP members report
Real-world ranges for electric vans are falling far short of WLTP figures, prompting a call from fleets for more accurate range labelling.
Edwin James Group plans electric van switch by 2027
Edwin James Group has taken delivery of its first electric vans amid work to convert the whole light commercial fleet to electric power.
Nissan expands Leaf range with high-value Shiro trim
Nissan has added a new grade for its fully electric Leaf hatchback, designed to combine advanced specification and attractive pricing.
Local authorities lack time and funding to roll out charging infrastructure
More than nine out of 10 (91%) local authorities do not yet have an EV charging infrastructure strategy in place, according to latest research by charge point operator (CPO) Believ.
Used hybrid cars now more popular than diesels, reports Indicata
Hybrid cars became the UK’s second most popular used car fuel type in May behind petrol, new UK data from market intelligence specialist Indicata shows.
Waltham Council Forest expands EV infrastructure
Waltham Forest Council is deploying new EV charge points, supporting its commitment to having charging facilities across the borough.
Big increase in electric range for updated Lexus UX 300e
Lexus has upgraded its UX 300e electric crossover with a series of updates that extend its electric range and add in new technologies.
2024 Škoda Kodiaq previewed with first-ever plug-in hybrid
Škoda has announced details of the new Kodiaq large SUV, which arrives early in 2024 with extra space, a suite of new technologies and its first-ever plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Allstar EV charging card now accepted at Fastned network
Allstar has expanded its One Electric fuel and charging card further with the addition of the Fastned network.
New-gen Toyota C-HR gets sharper styling and plug-in hybrid option
Toyota has unveiled its second-generation C-HR crossover, which gains bolder styling and a new plug-in hybrid option alongside a range of full hybrids.
SSE becomes first utility to trial First Hydrogen FCEV van
SSE Plc has become the latest fleet to sign up to trials of First Hydrogen’s fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV).
‘Small but significant’ drop in public EV charging costs, finds Mina
EV public charging costs came down in May for the first time in over a year – hopefully signifying the start of a more dramatic downward trend.
EAV partners with Zoomo to drive e-cargo bike adoption in urban logistics
E-bike specialist Zoomo has integrated EAV e-cargo bikes into its platform, bolstering its last-mile electric fleet solutions.
BYD Dolphin EV comes to UK with £25,490 price tag and 265-mile range
Chinese carmaker has confirmed details for its Dolphin small electric hatchback, which starts deliveries in the UK later this year, priced from £25,490.
DPD to trial mobile EV charging solution for van drivers
Parcel delivery company DPD has announced trials of a new mobile powerbank charging concept that could provide a solution for commercial van drivers unable to charge their vehicles at home overnight.
