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Natalie Middleton

Fleets to remain ‘backbone’ of EV transition in 2024

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UK fleets will continue to lead EV adoption in the year ahead, increasing consumer acceptance and helping to create a viable used vehicle market, according to a new podcast.

New issue of Fleet World Digital magazine now out

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The January 2024 issue of Fleet World Digital magazine is now out – delivering the latest features, road tests and industry insights straight to operators.

Northgate reveals 2024 programme of national EV roadshows

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Northgate – show partner at this year’s Great British Fleet Event – has revealed dates for its 2024 national EV roadshows, designed to help fleets make the shift to electric.

Essentials on EV operation and costs revealed in new remarketing white paper

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A new white paper setting out the essentials of electric cars for dealers and buyers is now available from the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

Maxus eDeliver 7 medium electric van on sale

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Harris Maxus has opened orders for its new eDeliver 7 medium electric van, priced from £44,995 (excl. VAT).

New entry-level Smart #1 brings £4k saving

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Smart has added a new entry-level model to its #1 line-up, delivering a £4,000 saving.

Osprey Charging opens rapid EV charging site in Daventry

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Osprey Charging has opened three high-powered EV chargers at the Boat House in Daventry, supporting local residents, businesses and visitors.

Peugeot’s E-308 SW electric estate opens for orders

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The Peugeot E-308 SW is now open for orders, priced from £41,250.

Sainsbury’s opens ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Fosse Park store

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Sainsbury’s has unveiled a new ultra-rapid EV charging hub at its store at its store in Fosse Park, Leicester.

Earn recognition for your corporate success at the Great British Fleet Awards

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Fleet operators and suppliers still have time to enter this year’s Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards to celebrate their corporate achievements.

Ionity, Raw Charging and Weev join Allstar EV roaming network

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Allstar has expanded its rapid EV roaming network with the addition of the Ionity, Raw Charging and Weev networks.

ZEV new car mandate could put used car market ‘on a knife edge’, warns Indicata

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The zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate for new cars risks damaging the used market as OEMs look to meet their zero emissions new car targets in 2024, according to Indicata UK.

Octopus Energy and Gett sign EV charging partnership for London’s black cabs

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Octopus Energy has teamed up with UK black cab app Gett to bring streamlined EV charging to more than 4,000 electric taxis in London.

Van operators starting to see real potential for hydrogen, says AFP

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Some fleet operators are starting to “take hydrogen seriously” as a fuel option on the back of new developments and continued challenges with battery electric vans, says the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).

New Volkswagen Passat now on sale with longer-range PHEVs

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The new Passat is now available to order in the UK, providing more space and longer-range plug-in hybrids.

Bypass EV fuel card now fully integrated with Tesla Superchargers

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The ‘Bypass’ EV fuel card is now fully integrated with Tesla Superchargers, further enhancing its charging proposition for fleets and drivers.

Worcestershire councils to add 120 EV chargers in £2.1m Zest tie-up

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North-East Worcestershire is to gain a series of new EV charging points on council-owned land under a partnership.

Used EV prices boosted, reports Aston Barclay

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The shortage of new sub-£25,000 electric cars gave the used EV sector a welcome boost in Q4, according to Aston Barclay.

2024 Volkswagen Golf delivers new plug-in hybrid and improved tech

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Volkswagen has unwrapped its updated Golf, which debuts a new longer-range plug-in hybrid and a next-generation infotainment system that includes ChatGPT.

Vauxhall/Opel Frontera makes comeback as electric SUV

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Vauxhall is reviving the Frontera nameplate for an all-new electric SUV that will launch later this year.